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2. Intra-aortic balloon pump - Wikipedia

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   An intra-aortic balloon pump. The intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) is a mechanical device that increases myocardial oxygen perfusion and indirectly increases cardiac output through afterload reduction. It consists of a cylindrical polyurethane balloon that sits in the aorta, approximately 2 centimeters (0.79 in) from the left subclavian artery. [1]

3. Elastomeric pump - Wikipedia

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   Elastomeric pumps, also called balloon pumps or ball pumps, are usually used in the medical field to administer liquid drugs such as local anesthetics, analgesics, cytostatics or antibiotics (depending on the therapy). The required pressure for administering the drug comes from the elastomeric layer that is molded inside the pump.

4. Impella - Wikipedia

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   The pumps are mounted on support catheters and typically inserted through the femoral artery, although axillary and subclavian artery approaches are not uncommon. [12] The Impella Device is a generational extension of the Intra aortic balloon pump (IABP) in addressing cardiogenic shock.

5. US FDA advises healthcare facilities to switch from Getinge's ...

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   Getinge did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment. The FDA suggests providers to move away from the use of Getinge's Cardiosave Hybrid and Rescue Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP ...

6. Artificial urinary sphincter - Wikipedia

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   The artificial urinary sphincter with a balloon reservoir (3-component): cuff, pump and balloon. The cuff is placed around the urethra; the pump is inserted in the scrotum and the balloon reservoir is implanted in the retropubic space – between bladder and iliac vein.

7. Infusion pump - Wikipedia

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   Elastomeric pumps, also known as balloon pumps or ball pumps, rely on the gradual contraction of an internal elastomeric reservoir to deliver medication at a pre-determined flow rate over several hours or days. These pumps do not require electricity and offer simplicity and portability, making them suitable for administering various medications ...