Possible intra-aortic ballon pump "function-related" mechanism of embolic events in patient with protruding atheroma in the thoracic aorta

Authors
Mysore, S Kotsis, VN Galanos, O Connery, CP Drossos, G Hillel, Z Anagnostopoulos, CE
Citation
S. Mysore et al., Possible intra-aortic ballon pump "function-related" mechanism of embolic events in patient with protruding atheroma in the thoracic aorta, J CARD SURG, 42(2), 2001, pp. 207-210
Citations number
12
Categorie Soggetti
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems
Journal title
JOURNAL OF CARDIOVASCULAR SURGERY
ISSN journal
00219509 → ACNP
Volume
42
Issue
2
Year of publication
2001
Pages
207 - 210
Database
ISI
SICI code
0021-9509(200104)42:2<207:PIBP"M>2.0.ZU;2-5
Abstract
A possible new functional mechanism of atheromatous embolus is presented re sulting from reversed aortic blood flow during diastolic augmentation by ba lloon counterpulsation. This mechanism is different from mechanical disrupt ion during insertion. Despite this, intra-aortic balloon remains an importa nt asset in the management of hemodynamically challenged patients.