Cardiogenic shock (CS) is life-threatening and requires prompt action and care. The experts at UPMC provide support for people in CS.
We're available 24/7 for patient consultations or transfer requests. Throughout the process, we maintain open and constant contact with referring physicians.
Cardiogenic shock is a life-threatening condition that occurs when your heart can’t pump enough blood for your body’s needs. Our cardiogenic shock team includes:
We treat patients who are experiencing cardiogenic shock related to a heart attack, heart failure, or end-stage organ failure.
Our team offers the most advanced care for people with cardiogenic shock, including:
Our team of experts will provide optimal medical management for heart failure to help manage cardiogenic shock, reduce the risk of complications, and promote recovery.
We perform catheter-based procedures to care for people with cardiogenic shock, including:
Our cardiothoracic surgeons perform a range of procedures to treat people with cardiogenic shock, including:
Our team of cardiologists and other medical experts will create a comprehensive plan to diagnose and manage your condition while reducing your risk of complications.
UPMC’s cardiogenic shock services provide people with access to:
Our team will schedule follow-up appointments to check on your recovery. You should contact our office if:
At the Cardiogenic Shock Survivor Clinic, our team sees patients who have been discharged from UPMC with cardiogenic shock to continually monitor their health. We see patients for one to three visits beginning seven to ten days following discharge.
Our multidisciplinary team provides the support and resources to optimize medical therapy and to assist patients transitioning to long term care with our cardiology or heart failure specialists. To provide convenient access to care, our Cardiogenic Shock Survivor Clinic offers appointments virtually.
By UPMC Editorial Staff. Last reviewed on 2024-10-01.
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