Left ventricular perforation following impella® CP placement in a resuscitated STEMI patient with cardiogenic shock: a rare complication and case report

Key Points

• Left ventricular perforation occurred due to profound myocardial fragility in a STEMI patient, indicating serious risk.
• Key metrics include significant procedural vigilance required in critically ill patients with mechanical circulatory support needs.
• The observational analysis of the case emphasizes the importance of multidisciplinary management in addressing complications.
• The findings highlight the necessity for heightened awareness of perforation risks in similar patient populations during procedures.

Abstract