Intraaortic balloon counterpulsation in a community hospital.
Our experience with intraaortic balloon counterpulsation in 41 patients documents the feasibility of a coordinated aggressive therapeutic approach in patients with potentially fatal complications of coronary artery disease. The use of intraaortic balloon pump in a non-cardiac surgical center has allowed hemodynamic support in the critically ill, safety in angiography, appropriate selection of patients for surgery, and safe transportation to a cardiac surgery center when indicated.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001243:Assisted Circulation / Q000009:adverse effects; D003327:Coronary Disease / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006764:Hospitals, Community; D006801:Humans; D007423:Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumping / Q000009:adverse effects; D008297:Male; D008404:Massachusetts; D008875:Middle Aged; D009203:Myocardial Infarction / Q000628:therapy*; D012770:Shock, Cardiogenic / Q000628:therapy