Intra Aortic Balloon Pump IABP
Category Mechanical Circulatory Support Typical Use Augment coronary perfusion and reduce left ventricular afterload in cardiogenic shock. Description A catheter mounted balloon inserted into the descending aorta and timed to inflate during diastole and deflate during systole to increase diastolic coronary perfusion pressure and reduce left ventricular workload, used as temporary mechanical circulatory support in … Read more