Intra-aortic Balloon Pump: Reviewing its Role in Cardiogenic Shock

Authors

  • Bruno Robalinho Cavalcanti Barbosa Division of Interventional Cardiology, Federal University of Sao Paulo
  • Alfredo Augusto Eyer-Rodrigues Division of Cardiovascular Imaging and Post-graduation Program in Cardiology, Federal University of Sao Paulo
  • Erlon Oliveira de Abreu-Silva Division of Interventional Cardiology and Post-graduation Program in Cardiology, Federal University of Sao Paulo

Keywords:

Intra-aortic balloon pump, Counterpulsation, Myocardial infarction, Cardiogenic shock, Mortality, Complications

Abstract

Cardiogenic shock is a high-mortality condition caused, mostly, by ST-elevation myocardial infarction. When the adequate therapy is implemented in a timely fashion, recovery can be achieved. Treatment is based on intensive care measures, vasoactive drugs, early revascularization and the use of assist circulatory devices. In this review, the authors aim to discuss the available evidence on the use of intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) in this clinical setting.

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2015-09-30

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Vol. 2 No. 2 (2015)

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