Cardiogenic shock occurs when the heart is not able to pump enough blood ... and when severe left ventricular assist device insertion (LVAD). Treatment of cardiogenic shock is aimed at correcting ...

It is treated by implanting a defibrillator to shock the heart back into a normal rhythm as needed, or by inserting a ...

Hochman, M.D., showed aggressive invasive treatment of heart attack patients who develop cardiogenic shock could save lives and as a result, the American Heart Association and the American College ...

Two heart pump systems were approved for the treatment of acute decompensated HF and cardiogenic shock in certain pediatric patients. Real-world data are needed to support on-label use.