What is the effect of intraaortic balloon counterpulsation on mortality rate in CABG patients?
Intraaortic balloon counterpulsation has been demonstrated to reduce the mortality rate in CABG patients who are considered to be at high risk (ie, those undergoing repeat CABG, those with an LVEF 30%, or those with left main CAD). However, its routine use in subjects who are not thought to be high risk has not been demonstrated.