title: Counterpulsation catheter fracture: an unexpected hazard.
abstract: This paper presents a previously unrecognized hazard associated with intraaortic balloon pumping: fracture of the catheter due to chemical damage by acetone at the time of removal. Common hospital chemicals such as acetone, ether, and Vi-Drape spray may damage the catheter. Contact between these agents and polyurethane intraaortic balloon catheters should be avoided during dressing changes or repreparation of a sterile operative field. Isopropyl alcohol, Betadine, benzoin, and Cidex do not damage the catheter.
mesh_terms: D000096:Acetone / Q000009:adverse effects; D001243:Assisted Circulation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006328:Cardiac Catheterization / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D007423:Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumping / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged
chemical_list: D000096:Acetone