Glossary/Surgical Procedures

Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump.

A mechanical device inserted through the femoral artery into the aorta that inflates and deflates in sync with the heartbeat. Helps the heart pump more blood and is used to support patients in cardiogenic shock or before surgery.

Definition

What is intra-aortic balloon pump?

A mechanical device inserted through the femoral artery into the aorta that inflates and deflates in sync with the heartbeat. Helps the heart pump more blood and is used to support patients in cardiogenic shock or before surgery.

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Cardiogenic Shock
A life-threatening condition in which the heart suddenly cannot pump enough blood to meet the bod...
ECMO
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. A form of life support that takes over the work of the heart...
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