After removal, it's important to lay flat for a period of time recommended by the medical team. IABP is a form of mechanical ...

the latter sequence often used to wean down support prior to removal. Successful weaning from the IABP requires the patient to have no signs of CS with a satisfactory blood pressure on minimal or ...

The IABP, developed in the 1960s, was the first device to provide temporary mechanical support to the heart in patients with cardiogenic shock, Sacco said. Although other such devices have been ...