Q: What is the rule of thumb to select size of IABP (Intra Aortic Ballon Pump)?
Answer: The size of the balloon is dependent on the patients height to prevent occlusion of sub-clavian or renal arteries.
Less than 160 cm use 34 cc
Between 160 – 182 cm use 40 cc
More than 182 cm use 50 cc
