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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective Patients on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation undergoing ipsilateral cannulation may develop distal limb ischemia. We postulate 2 clinical questions: (1) Would contralateral cannulation have a lower distal limb..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Outcomes of postcardiotomy extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are well studied, but preoperative ECMO bridging is less studied. This single-center review evaluates outcomes of patients supported with ECMO as..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background:  End-stage heart failure remains a major global health challenge with high mortality. While heart transplantation is the gold-standard treatment, the scarcity of donor hearts necessitates alternative therapies. Left..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract To our knowledge, no previous reports have described the use of veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) in patients wearing a halo vest. We present a case in which..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Immediate initiation of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has not demonstrated benefit in individuals diagnosed with cardiogenic shock based on the presence of hypotension. The relationship between other hemodynamic..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Mobilization of patients supported on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)—especially with femoral cannulas—presents unique challenges. This single-center retrospective cohort study aims to assess the efficacy and safety of mobilizing these..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Predictors of death resulting from extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) withdrawal, in-hospital death after ECMO liberation, and survival to hospital discharge have been evaluated incompletely, despite the prognostic insight..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective:  To characterize the variability in venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) candidacy decision-making processes across international Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) member institutions. Design:  An international survey study of..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Evidence on prophylactic venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) during elective percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in patients with complex high-risk coronary artery lesions is limited. Objectives The authors aimed..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract OBJECTIVES:  To evaluate the relationship between the duration of pre-extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) mechanical ventilation and mortality in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients undergoing venovenous ECMO. DESIGN:  Retrospective..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a life-saving mechanical support in patients with cardiogenic shock. There are great variations in the reported rates of neurological complications and associated..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives:  To report on 5-year survival, health-related quality of life (HRQoL), and occupational status of patients with respiratory or cardiac failure, who were supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective To construct a nomogram prediction model for death in patients with cardiogenic shock after extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) weaning. Methods Totally 210 patients with cardiogenic shock treated with..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: The use of temporary mechanical circulatory support (tMCS) has revolutionized the management of cardiogenic shock (CS). However, standardized readiness-to-explant criteria for venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) have not been..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract As survival among patients with congenital heart disease (CHD) continues to improve, the population of adults with CHD (ACHD) is rapidly growing. These patients often present with complex anatomy,..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract To evaluate a novel anticoagulation strategy in an extracorporeal circuit, we introduce a device that induces local hypothermia as blood flows through the circuit. Using a pig model, we..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background/Objectives: Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) is increasingly utilized for the management of acute decompensated heart failure (HF) and cardiogenic shock (CS). The primary goals of MCS are to restore systemic..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Thrombosis and inflammation represent major challenges limiting the functionality of asymmetric poly(4-methyl-1-pentene) (PMP) hollow fiber membranes in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) systems. Moreover, the interplay between these two pathological..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction Current extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) monitoring methods for circuit obstructions have limitations. In this study, we test the hypothesis that changes in flow in a pre-existing shunt tubing..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Neurological complications significantly contributed to mortality in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) supported by venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO). Early fluctuations in arterial partial pressure..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background The COVID-19 Pandemic challenged the healthcare system worldwide, but its effect on outcomes of cardiac arrest (CA) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) use are understudied. We examined trends..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract BACKGROUND:  Patients on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) are frequently managed with varying degrees of hyperoxia. Existing data suggest that higher levels of Pao2 correlate with worsened outcome in patients..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract We appreciate the insightful remarks by Sin et al regarding our systematic review and meta-analysis on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) cannulation by intensivists. Their comments highlight important considerations for..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Negative pressure ventilation (NPV) has been used to assist patients with respiratory failure. Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) supports patients with acute lung injury who do not respond..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction Bleeding events are common during the provision of Venoarterial ECMO (VA ECMO). Previous observational has suggested that these bleeding events are associated with an increased risk of in-hospital..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract BACKGROUND  The use of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) in the trauma population remains controversial and has been reported only in small cohort studies. Recent ECLS technical advances have increased..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective To investigate the impact of veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) cannula configuration and ECMO blood flow on intravascular hemodynamic environment, oxygen saturation, hemolysis, and thrombotic risk under varying..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Family members making decisions about ECMO initiation face high-stakes uncertainty, emotional stress and cultural–ethical dilemmas. However, existing research lacks a synthesised understanding of these decision-making experiences across contexts...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a critical, life-sustaining intervention often described as ‘a bridge to nowhere’ due to its transient nature and the ethical complexities it entails. This..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a last resort treatment for children with cardio-respiratory failure. Some of these patients will develop thrombocytopenia-associated multiple organ failure (TAMOF), which is sometimes managed..