Dynamic left ventricular outflow tract obstruction induced by intra-aortic balloon pump in patient with angioedema

Abstract Background Intra-aortic balloon pump is used for temporary mechanical support of failing left ventricle. It works by reducing the arterial afterload during ventricular systole to reduce myocardial work and increasing diastolic proximal aortic pressure to improve coronary perfusion. Rarely,...

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Main Authors: Konstantin Yastrebov, Gregory Cranney
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2025-04-01
Series:The Ultrasound Journal
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13089-025-00426-4
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