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How An Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) Works
Understanding Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Technology The IABP was first used in humans in the 1960s. It was the first type of ...
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The Intra-aortic Balloon Pump in High-risk Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
IABP systems are typically inserted within the multidisciplinary environment that is the cardiac catheterization laboratory. The specific role of the physiologist during IABP insertion is to ...
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GMH advances cardiac care, reduces need for off-island travel
At the forefront of medical advancements, the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority has enhanced its care for cardiac patients ...
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Guam Memorial Hospital Authority enhances cardiac care with acquisition of intra-aortic balloon pump
Guam Memorial hospital is taking a major step forward in cardiac care with the acquisition of its first-ever intra-aortic ...
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Cardiogenic Shock
Hemodynamic support may be needed using intraaortic balloon counterpulsation (IABP or balloon pump) and when severe left ventricular assist device insertion (LVAD). Treatment of cardiogenic shock ...
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The Intra-aortic Balloon Pump in High-risk Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
Interv Cardiol. 2012;4(2):211-234. Early inflation Balloon inflates before aortic valve closes – the left ventricle is therefore forced to empty against an inflated balloon. There is an increase ...