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41. Cardiogenic Shock

Critical Care Time

CHAPTER

Understanding the Impella Device

This chapter explores the Impella device, a percutaneous left ventricular assist device designed to aid the heart in efficiently pumping blood. It highlights the device's various models used in managing cardiogenic shock, focusing on the importance of patient-specific treatment strategies and proper placement to minimize complications. The discussion also covers recent clinical trials that underscore the device's efficacy and safety in critical cardiac situations, stressing the need for careful monitoring and timely intervention.

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