Which of the following are physiologic benefits of intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation to the ischemic ventricle?
A. Preload reduction.
B. Afterload reduction.
C. Coronary blood flow enhancement.
D. Decreased ventricular end-diastolic pressure.
Answer:B
Which of the following are physiologic benefits of intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation to the ischemic ventricle?
A. Preload reduction. B. Afterload reduction. C. Coronary blood flow enhancement. D. Decreased ventricular end-diastolic pressure.