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Balloon Tampanode w/stent after Impella

Date: Jul 23, 2020

Question:

I have a case that had an Impella removal and hemostasis was not achievable, so he performed balloon tamponade with stent placement. I know the balloon tamponade is typically included with closure. However, I am not certain with the stent.

Question ID : 14146
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