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intra-aortic

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intra-aortic /in·tra-aor·tic/ (in″trah-a-or´tik) within the aorta.
intra-aortic
within the aorta.

intra-aortic balloon pump
a mechanical aid to the circulatory function of the heart that acts to provide internal counterpulsation.


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An intra-aortic balloon pump was placed during this catheterization for myocardial support, and a temporary pacemaker was placed.
1997) Evaluation of preoperative intra-aortic balloon pump support in high risk coronary patients.
Farra joined MicroCHIPS from Abiomed, where he served as Vice President of Engineering and Manufacturing and led the development of several new products, including its implantable intra-aortic balloon and the iPulse[TM] control console.
 
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