Abstract Objectives Evaluating blood transfusion practices and their impact on morbidity and mortality across extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) configurations. Background As ECMO becomes increasingly utilised in critical care, the ideal..
Read MoreAbstract Infection cases have been reported where Legionella spp. and NTM (non-tuberculous mycobacteria) increased due to the contamination of circulating water in cold/heated water supply systems for extracorporeal circulation used in cardiac..
Read MoreAbstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) provides mechanical circulatory and respiratory support. However, thrombus formation in the circuit can lead to hemorrhagic complications, requiring improvements in ECMO anti-thrombogenicity. Few studies..
Read MoreAbstract Digital ischemia following extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) therapy is a known complication with potential devastating long-term sequela. Onabotulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) has been demonstrated to be effective for..
Read MoreAbstract OBJECTIVES Cardiogenic shock is still a major clinical challenge, despite the available devices. We developed a minimally invasive, transapical dual-lumened cannula, which can provide antegrade circulatory support and unloading..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Data is limited regarding the effects of supraphysiologic blood oxygen tension (hyperoxia) in patients requiring extracorporeal life support (ECLS). We sought to evaluate the association between hyperoxia and..
Read MoreAbstract Hybrid extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), containing additional ECMO cannulations in addition to conventional ECMO, is increasingly used for the treatment of serious cardiopulmonary conditions. Patients initiating non-hybrid ECMO may..
Read MoreAbstract Bleeding complications are frequently observed in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and are associated with increased mortality. Due to the complex mechanisms, managing bleeding during ECMO remains a challenge...
Read MoreAbstract Introduction This study aims to describe laboratory and clinical factors associated with thrombotic events during prolonged pediatric extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Methods A secondary analysis of a multi-center prospective study..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Severe poisoning can lead to catastrophic cardiovascular collapse, often progressing to multiorgan failure and death. While intensive supportive care and pharmacological intervention remain the cornerstone of management, cases of..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction The aim of this scoping review was to determine what evidence is available regarding the use of the cycle ergometer in the rehabilitation of adult patients undergoing extracorporeal..
Read MoreAbstract Background Limb ischemia is a serious complication of venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), potentially resulting in amputation, rhabdomyolysis, or death. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of..
Read MoreAbstract Thyroid storm (TS) is an endocrine emergency requiring aggressive medical management. In severe cases, hemodynamic instability may necessitate extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support as a bridge to definitive surgical..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is widely recognized as a life-saving measure. The use of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) is on the rise, serving as an effective mechanical..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose To build a mock circulatory loop to simulate veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) haemodynamics using a patient-specific silicone aortic phantom and compare the flow dynamics for continuous..
Read MoreAbstract To explore the challenges and describe the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on intensive care nurses' experience in providing ECMO care in a high-volume Australian ICU ECMO centre that..
Read MoreAbstract Rationale: Life-threatening airway obstructions caused by tumors demand prompt and effective intervention. Traditional surgical methods are often complicated by bleeding risks, especially with the use of anticoagulation during extracorporeal..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) provides critical cardiac support, but predicting outcomes remains a challenge. We enrolled 1,748 adult venoarterial (VA)-ECMO patients at the National Taiwan University Hospital between 2010..
Read MoreAbstract Background Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a critical support system for patients with acute and severe cardiac and respiratory failure. This study investigates the impact of different patient body..
Read MoreAbstract Background A systemic inflammatory response can contribute to poor outcomes in an advanced stage of cardiogenic shock (CS). We investigated the efficacy of extracorporeal endotoxin and cytokine adsorption using..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives To ascertain the dosage of bivalirudin in neonates and infants undergoing arterial switch operation on integrated extracorporeal membrane oxygenation–cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) circuit. Design Pilot study. Setting A tertiary..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives: Blood lactate concentration ([Lac]b) reflects the balance among production, clearance (Cl[Lac]), and volume of distribution. We have observed dramatic improvement in [Lac]b in critically ill patients after starting support..
Read MoreAbstract This study focuses on the fluid dynamics of a blood pump used in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). In ECMO, the patient's blood is pumped through a circuit composed of..
Read MoreAbstract To evaluate the impact of hospital-acquired infections ( HAIs ) on the prognosis of neonates treated with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and analyzing related prognostic indicators, we conducted a..
Read MoreAbstract The femoral vein is frequently used for central venous access during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Accidental cannulation of the ascending lumbar vein (ALV) during ECMO has rarely been reported...
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an important rescue strategy for neonates with severe cardiorespiratory failure, yet its role in the management of hypoxic–ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) remains subject to debate...
Read MoreAbstract Background A systemic inflammatory response can contribute to poor outcomes in an advanced stage of cardiogenic shock (CS). We investigated the efficacy of extracorporeal endotoxin and cytokine adsorption using..
Read MoreAbstract Microbiome analysis using metagenomics next-generation sequencing (mNGS) is rarely performed in patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Patient body sites were swabbed within 72 hours of ECMO cannulation and..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an established therapy that supports a patient in respiratory or cardiopulmonary failure to recovery, transplant, or durable mechanical support. Prompt referral by the..
Read MoreAbstract BACKGROUND Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) is a lifesaving intervention for severe respiratory failure; however, its effectiveness depends on accurate cannulation-patients with anatomical variations present with significant challenges..
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