Ultrasound-guided insertion of intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation in intensive care: description of the technique
Abstract Intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation (IAoBC) is a mechanical circulatory support device that has been used for more than 50 years, mainly for cardiogenic shock. Although its effect on mortality is controversial, IAoBC is still used in a wide variety of pre- and postoperative clinical setti...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2020-04-01
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| Series: | The Ultrasound Journal |
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| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13089-020-00166-7 |