Rapid Complete Reversal of Systemic Hypoperfusion following Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Counterpulsation and Survival in Cardiogenic Shock Complicating an Acute Myocardial Infarction

摘要

BackgroundIn patients with cardiogenic shock (CS) complicating an acute myocardial infarction, a strategy of emergency revascularization vs. initial medical stabilization improves survival. Intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation (IABC) provides hemodynamic support and facilitates coronary angiography and revascularization in CS patients.