Yearly Archives: 2026

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Abstract Fluid overload is common after resuscitation in critically ill patients and is independently associated with unfavorable outcomes. Ultrafiltration (UF) during renal replacement therapy is a common strategy to reverse..

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Abstract Objectives:  To identify factors associated with the development of death by neurologic criteria (DNC) in neonates treated with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Design:  Retrospective registry study. Setting:  Data reported..

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Abstract Background Controversies exist in anticoagulation practices in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). It is uncertain whether the intensity of anticoagulation affects ECMO outcomes. Objectives To conduct a meta-analysis to determine..

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Abstract Objective:  To describe those neonates with dextro-transposition of the great arteries (d-TGA) who undergo preoperative support with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and to compare outcomes in those undergoing the..

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Abstract The number of potential pediatric heart transplant recipients continues to exceed the number of donors, and consequently the waitlist mortality remains significant. Despite this, around 40% of all donated..

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Abstract Objectives Del Nido cardioplegia has gained increasing popularity, evolving from its original use in paediatric and congenital heart surgery to widespread adoption in adult cardiac procedures. This review aims..

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Abstract Objectives:  Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) represents a standard and well-accepted modality of treating patients with refractory respiratory failure. Nevertheless, some patients might develop refractory hypoxemia, hemodynamic compromise or..

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Abstract Background Donor discard rates for pediatric heart transplant (HT) remain high (≈40%), often driven by concerns about elevated donor troponin levels. This study evaluated the association between peak donor..

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Date:  Friday, 19-Jun-2026 to Sunday, 21-Jun-2026   Duration(Days):  3  Accreditation :  15 CPD points - RCOA Availability: Available   Location : West Wing Conference Centre, London, England, EC1A 7BE   Contact email:  Fee options:  Consultant or..

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ECMO in Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest: A Matter of Time and Details - ECMO en la parada cardiaca extrahospitalaria: una cuestión de tiempo y detalles This EuroELSO webinar is organized together..

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  Watch here the live broadcast of the "Educational seminars in Extracorporeal Circulation 2025-2026 ". The seminars are marked with 11,5 credits (ECMECs) from the Panhellenic Medical Association. The 2nd Seminar is marked..

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Abstract Background: Prone positioning improves survival in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) by reducing ventilator-induced lung injury and enhancing ventilation–perfusion matching. Whether these physiological benefits translate to patients..

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Abstract Context: Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a life-sustaining therapy for severe refractory cardiogenic shock. Although VA-ECMO provides various degrees of cardiopulmonary support, mortality rates remain high. Serum biomarkers have..

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Abstract Introduction Ventricular assist devices (VADs) have emerged as essential tools for stage D heart failure, improving survival and quality of life by serving as a bridge to transplant, destination..

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Abstract Objectives Cardiac surgery is associated with an increased dioxygen (O2) consumption (VO2) following cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). But data on intraoperative VO2 variation during pulmonary endarterectomy (PEA) are scarce. We aimed..

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Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR), an emerging resuscitative therapy following refractory cardiac arrests, is associated with hemorrhagic complications that potentially affect patient outcomes. Objectives This study evaluated the risks..

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Abstract  (ECMO) is an invaluable resource in the treatment of critically ill children with cardiopulmonary failure.  To date, over 36,000 children have been placed on ECMO and the utilization of..

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Dear Colleagues, It is with great pleasure that we extend our warmest invitation to the 8th Annual Conference of the Asia-Pacific Chapter of the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (APELSO 2026)...

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Abstract Background: Nosocomial infections are common in patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), with ECMO cannula‑site infections (ECMO‑CSI) being the most frequent infections directly related to the ECMO run. These..

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Abstract Objective This scoping review systematically examines the use of intraoperative cell salvage in bacterially contaminated surgical settings, examining contamination levels, decontamination strategies, and clinical outcomes following the reinfusion of..

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Abstract Background Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) with cardiac arrest is an obstetric emergency with an exceedingly high maternal mortality. Early application of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) may provide essential..

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Abstract Therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE) is a cornerstone extracorporeal therapy with broad immunomodulatory effects across diverse immune-mediated and inflammatory diseases. By removing circulating pathogenic substances such as autoantibodies, immune complexes,..

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Abstract Background The del Nido cardioplegia (DNC) solution has been widely used for myocardial protection in adult cardiac surgery, however, its use remains unclear in cases with long aortic cross-clamp..

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Abstract Aims The study explores the association between race, survival and neurological outcomes among out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients listed in Minnesota metro and the University of Minnesota Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary..

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Abstract Managing refractory cardiogenic shock is individualized, with few aspects considered routine or universally contraindicated. Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a temporary mechanical circulatory support strategy, providing hemodynamic stabilization..

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Abstract Introduction Contrast-induced acute kidney injury (CIAKI) is a common and serious complication of coronary angiography, caused by iodinated contrast agents. It significantly worsens cardiovascular prognosis and increases in-hospital morbidity..

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Abstract Background The association between sex and cardiovascular risk and different responses to heart failure therapies is well established. However, sex related outcomes of different types of short-term mechanical circulatory..

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Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR) is a new approach for cardiac arrest management and is regarded as a possible alternative for conventional cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cCPR). Aim Our systematic review..

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Abstract Cardiovascular surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is associated with several potential complications, including the activation of inflammatory and coagulation pathways, which may lead to acute kidney injury (AKI). In..

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Abstract Pressure-volume (PV) loop analysis remains the gold standard for studying cardiac physiology by offering a comprehensive analysis and quantitative assessment of the heart. The PV loop analysis uncovers the..