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Transthoracic intraaortic balloon cannulation to avoid repeat sternotomy for removal
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|June 11, 1976
Summary
Ascending aortic cannulation for intraaortic balloon pumps offers an alternative for patients with aortoiliac disease. A new technique successfully removed the balloon without a second sternotomy, simplifying the procedure.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Medical Device Technology
- Patient Management
Background:
- Transfemoral cannulation is standard for intraaortic balloon pumps.
- Significant aortoiliac occlusive disease can complicate transfemoral approaches.
- Ascending aortic cannulation is an alternative but typically requires repeat sternotomy for device removal.