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. 1996 Jul;62(1):299-301.
doi: 10.1016/0003-4975(96)00245-7.

Transthoracic intraaortic balloon pump: a simplified technique

J H Burack  1 , P Uceda, J N Cunningham Jr
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Transthoracic intraaortic balloon pump: a simplified technique

J H Burack et al. Ann Thorac Surg. 1996 Jul.

Abstract

A technique of transthoracic intraaortic balloon pump insertion and a clinical experience with 14 patients is reported. The technique of transthoracic intraaortic balloon pump insertion can be done in a rapid and atraumatic fashion. A short prosthetic graft is used, and intraaortic balloon pump removal does not require resternotomy. The technique is a safe alternative in postcardiotomy failure patients with inadequate peripheral arterial access.

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