The Unsung Hero of Heart Surgery: Medical Balloons in Cardioplegia Catheters
In the realm of cardiac surgery, technology can be small yet impactful. Cardioplegia catheters, which incorporate small medical balloons, help to shield the heart during surgery. This is done by facilitating controlled distribution of the cardioplegia solution. This article assesses the ways balancing function, size, and technology in the design of cardioplegia catheters impacts surgical […]