Treatment of acute myocardial infarction complicated by ventricular septal rupture with delayed surgery following intra-aortic balloon pump support: A case report

VSR is a rare complication of acute MI. Although early surgical intervention is generally preferred, the optimal timing remains ambiguous, and delaying VSR repair may be advantageous. In hemodynamically unstable patients, the use of temporary mechanical circulatory support devices to postpone surgical intervention is advisable.