Impella RP®
Overview
The Impella RP heart pump provides temporary, circulatory support for patients who develop right heart failure. It is the only FDA-approved heart pump indicated for patients experiencing acute right heart failure or decompensation following left ventricular assist device implantation, myocardial infarction, heart transplant or open-heart surgery.
Right Heart Failure
During right heart failure, blood begins to backup because it isn't adequately pumped out to the lungs. This backup causes pressure in the veins, resulting in swelling of the legs and ankles. Ultimately, the amount of blood reaching the lungs, where blood normally becomes infused with much-needed oxygen, is reduced.
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Indication and Safety Information EU
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IMP-3015