Bregman D, Casarella W J
Ann Thorac Surg. 1980 Feb;29(2):153-5. doi: 10.1016/s0003-4975(10)61654-2.
A new intraaortic balloon is described that can be inserted percutaneously through a 12F sheath by the standard Seldinger technique. Insertion and removal are rapid, and the hemodynamics of balloon pumping are similar to our previous clinical experience with standard single- and dual-chambered intraaortic balloons. The initial clinical experience is detailed.