Argatroban as Purge Solution in Patients With Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia on an Impella Device, a Case Review.
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DOI: 10.1097/mjt.0000000000001114
Abstract: To the Editor: Cardiogenic shock carries a high mortality rate. Over last decade increasing number of patients in cardiogenic shock are managed on the percutaneous ventricular assist device, Impella. This is usually a short-term device… read more here.
Keywords: impella; purge solution; solution; argatroban purge ... See more keywords
Anticoagulation of a Percutaneous Left Ventricular Assist Device Using a Low-Dose Heparin Purge Solution Protocol: A Case Series
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DOI: 10.1177/0897190018822105
Abstract: Background Impella CP® is a percutaneous left ventricular assist device that requires a heparin–dextrose purge solution. The manufacturer recommends heparin 50 units/mL, but supratherapeutic anticoagulation has been observed with this concentration. Objective The purpose of… read more here.
Keywords: anticoagulation; heparin; low dose; purge solution ... See more keywords
Safety and Efficacy of a Percutaneously Inserted Ventricular Support Device Purge Solution Heparin 25 U/mL
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DOI: 10.1177/1060028020944831
Abstract: Background: The Impella is a percutaneous ventricular assist device (pVAD) that provides temporary hemodynamic support to patients with cardiogenic shock or for protected percutaneous coronary intervention. The manufacturer recommends a 50-U/mL concentration of heparin purge… read more here.
Keywords: heparin; support; heparin purge; purge solution ... See more keywords
Analysis of Bicarbonate-Based Purge Solution in Patients With Cardiogenic Shock Supported Via Impella Ventricular Assist Device
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DOI: 10.1177/10600280221124156
Abstract: Background: The Impella device is a continuous axial flow pump which provides hemodynamic support by expelling blood into the aorta. The manufacturer recommends using dextrose-based heparin containing solutions as the default purge. As an alternative… read more here.
Keywords: purge solution; impella; bicarbonate based; based purge ... See more keywords