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Utilizing Percutaneous Ventricular Assist Devices in Acute Myocardial Infarction Complicated by Cardiogenic Shock
Published on: June 12, 2021
Anaphylactic shock after amiodarone infusion resulting in haemodynamic collapse requiring a temporary ventricular
Konstantin Averin1, Angela Lorts1, Chad Connor1
1Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center,The Heart Institute,Cincinnati,Ohio,United States of America.
Abstract:
Acute heart failure related to anaphylactic shock is often reversible and necessitates aggressive support to ensure full recovery. We report the case of a 15-year-old boy who developed severe ventricular dysfunction and haemodynamic instability after administration of amiodarone and required temporary mechanical circulatory support with a left ventricular assist device. He had full recovery of cardiac function and returned to baseline neurologic status. This is the first report of successful left ventricular assist device use for recovery from cardiovascular collapse due to anaphylaxis.
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