Impella

What is Impella?

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 right heart support during other forms of mechanical circulatory support including ECMO and . The device is approved for use in high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and cardiogenic shock following heart attack or open heart surgery. It is placed through a peripheral artery, from which it pumps blood to the left or right heart via the ascending aorta or pulmonary artery, respectively. The Impella technology was acquired by Abiomed in 2005. As of March 2019, the Impella series included the Impella 2.5, Impella 5.0/LD, Impella CP and Impella RP.

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