Feasibility and efficacy of the 2.5L and 3.8L Impella percutaneous left ventricular support device during high‐risk, percutaneous coronary intervention in patients with severe aortic stenosis

Conclusion: Implantation of the 2.5 and 3.8L Impella appears feasible in patients with severe AS and LV impairment. A balloon‐assist technique may be used to facilitate device implantation when initial unassisted attempts fail. Improved hemodynamic stability may enhance the tolerability of lengthy and complex procedures. © 2014 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

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Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - January 9, 2014 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Jon Spiro, Vinod Venugopal, Yogesh Raja, Peter F Ludman, Jonathan N Townend, Sagar N Doshi Tags: Interventional Rounds Source Type: research