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IABP
Also written as: IABP — Intra-aortic Balloon Pump
Intra-aortic balloon pump; mechanical device supporting cardiac function.
Full Definition
An intra-aortic balloon pump is a mechanical circulatory support device consisting of an inflatable balloon positioned in the descending aorta. The balloon inflates during diastole to increase coronary perfusion and deflates during systole to reduce afterload and improve cardiac output. IABP is commonly used in high-risk cardiac surgery patients and those with cardiogenic shock to provide temporary hemodynamic support.
Usage
Usage note: Hyphenate 'intra-aortic' when spelled out; timing (1:1, 1:2) should be specified in documentation
In Context
- "Prophylactic IABP insertion was performed due to the patient's low ejection fraction and high surgical risk." — Pre-operative assessment
Also known as
balloon pump
IABP support
Don't confuse with
VAD
ECMO