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Learn more about how the FDA-approved Impella, the world's smallest heart pump, is safe, effective and supports your heart during a procedure. Hear the stories of patients and explore the latest innovations in Impella...
Impella is the only U.S. FDA-approved percutaneous heart pump technology indicated for patients with severe coronary artery disease requiring high-risk PCI. In a randomized controlled trial, 8-in-10 patients treated w...
The Impella device is a catheter-based miniaturized ventricular assist device. Using a retrograde femoral artery access, it is placed in the left ventricle across the aortic valve. The device pumps blood from left ven...
Oct 14, 2024 · A comprehensive guide to the use and monitoring of Impella devices, which are left ventricular assist devices for cardiac support. Learn about Impella indications, contraindications, complications, wean...
Read more about how Impella® heart pumps enable the heart to rest and recover by improving blood flow and/or temporarily assisting with the pumping function of the heart.
Impella is a family of medical devices used for temporary ventricular support in patients with depressed heart function. Some versions of the device can provide left heart support during other forms of mechanical circ...
Aug 28, 2024 · Mechanical circulatory devices continue to evolve, allowing greater support of the sickest patients. This article discusses the Impella heart pumps, developed to address high-risk percutaneous coronary ...
