Fracture of the internal lumen of a Datascope Percor Stat-DL Balloon, resulting in stroke.

Myers, G J; Landymore, R W; Leadon, R B; Squires, C · Ann Thorac Surg · 1994

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Intraaortic balloon counterpulsation was used to wean a 71-year-old man from cardiopulmonary bypass. Thirty-six hours after insertion, the internal lumen of the Datascope balloon fractured, releasing an unknown quantity of helium into the patient's circulation. Left-sided hemiparesis developed, secondary to a right hemispheric infarction.

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