IABP or Impella? Choosing Mechanical Circulatory Support in Critical Care

Three Different Types, Three Different Ways of Support: A) Impella 5.5 -- A type of left ventricular device that provides more support than its sister device (B). Can give up to 6 L/Min of support 🤯. Can be instered via axillary cut down approach and can be uses for longer durations and allows for more patient mobility while recovery from cardiogenic shock or a bridge to other longer term support methods (like an LVAD) B) Is the standard Impella CP -- Delivers around 4.3L/Min of support. Can be