Mechanical circulatory support in cardiogenic shock following an acute myocardial infarction: a systematic review

J Card Surg. 2014 Sep;29(5):743-51. doi: 10.1111/jocs.12405. Epub 2014 Aug 1.

Abstract

The significance of the utilization of mechanical circulatory support following a myocardial infarction is not well defined. We present a systematic review of this treatment alternative and suggest guidelines to be considered in the treatment of these patients.

Publication types

  • Meta-Analysis
  • Systematic Review

MeSH terms

  • Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation*
  • Heart-Assist Devices*
  • Humans
  • Myocardial Infarction / complications*
  • Myocardial Revascularization
  • PubMed
  • Shock, Cardiogenic / etiology*
  • Shock, Cardiogenic / mortality
  • Shock, Cardiogenic / therapy*
  • Survival Rate
  • Treatment Outcome