Surgical Applications
Patient Management
Patient Management Starts in the Operating Room
Prior to leaving the OR, and as part of ongoing patient management with Impella 5.5® with SmartAssist® heart pump, confirm that the Tuohy-Borst is locked and confirm three-point external fixations.
During fixation adjustments or bathing, avoid using alcohol or alcohol-based products on the purge sidearm.
Impella 5.5® with SmartAssist® Heart Pump Overview
Global Impella Training Manager, Kevin Ray, MS, RT(R), CV, provides a tip-to-toe overview of the Impella 5.5® with SmartAssist® heart pump that’s designed for long-duration support.
Echocardiography for Impella 5.5 with SmartAssist Heart Pump
Learn how echocardiography aids in insertion, positioning and pump management.
Patient Management Topics
Additional Resources
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