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Using the LV Waveform to Troubleshoot Suction Events

Understanding how to utilize and interpret LV waveforms displayed on the Automated Impella Controller™ can assist with troubleshooting suction events and aid in timely resolution.

SCAI Shock Classification Helps Predict Survival in AMICS

Ivan Hanson, MD, explains the SCAI shock staging system and how it can predict survival in AMI cardiogenic shock.

Large Multicenter Study in Japan Finds High Survival Rates with Use of Impella® Heart Pump

Yoshiki Sawa, MD, PhD, discusses a large multicenter study in Japan demonstrating high survival rates in AMI cardiogenic shock patients receiving the Impella heart pump.

Insights on Mechanical Circulatory Support Use in AMI Cardiogenic Shock

Jacob Møller, MD, PhD, provides insights from recently published data on the use and timing of MCS in AMI cardiogenic shock in Denmark.

De-Airing the Impella® Purge System

This quick skills video demonstrates the procedure for de-airing the Impella purge system using the Automated Impella Controller (AIC)

Revascularization Strategies for Multivessel CAD with Impella® for AMI Shock

William O’Neill, MD, presents data supporting multivessel intervention with Impella® support in patients with AMI cardiogenic shock. 

Changing the Purge Fluid Bag

This quick skills video demonstrates the procedure for changing the purge fluid bag using the Automated Impella Controller (AIC)

Changing the Purge Cassette and Fluid Bag

This quick skills video demonstrates the procedure for changing the purge cassette and fluid bag using the Automated Impella Controller (AIC)

SmartAssist® Technology LV Metrics FAQs

Jo Kajewski, advanced Impella® trainer, answers some frequently asked questions about LV metrics displayed using Impella SmartAssist technology.

Troubleshooting Suspected Hemolysis in Patients Supported with Impella® Heart Pump

Jessica Page, global Impella trainer, reviews the clinical signs and symptoms of hemolysis and provides tips for reducing the risk of hemolysis in patients supported with the Impella heart pump.

Impella® with SmartAssist® Technology: Deriving the LV Waveform and Measuring LVEDP

Jo Kajewski, advanced Impella trainer, describes how the LV waveform is derived and how LVEDP is measured using Impella with SmartAssist technology.

Weaning with the SmartAssist® Technology Trend Screen

Jessica Page, advanced Impella® trainer, reviews how to use the SmartAssist trend screen during weaning of Impella.

A Story of Significant EF Improvement with Biventricular Impella® Support

To the surprise of all the treating cardiologists, the patient presented with an ejection fraction of 5%, which improved to 55% on Day 6 after support with Impella RP® and Impella CP®.

Understanding the Placement Screen for the Impella CP® with SmartAssist® 

Jason Richard, Advanced Impella® Trainer, reviews each element of the AIC placement screen for an Impella CP with SmartAssist.

What is the Difference Between “Venting” and “Unloading”?

Navin Kapur, MD, succinctly explains the concept of ventricular unloading.

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