Percutaneous circulatory support for myocardial recovery in cardiogenic shock for late acute rejection

Abstract

We present a case of a transplanted patient with late acute myocardial rejection, complicated by cardiogenic shock. A long cardiopulmonary resuscitation was required. Only the circulatory support necessary to stabilize vital signs was used. Thirteen days of support resulted in complete myocardial and clinical recovery. © 2006 Published by European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery. All rights reserved.