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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract OBJECTIVES Dual-lumen cannulas for veno-venous (VV) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support are typically inserted in the right internal jugular vein (RIJV); however, some scenarios can make this venous route..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is used for refractory hypoxemia, although despite this, in high cardiac output states, hypoxaemia may persist. The administration of beta-blockers has been..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract In 1900, Fiedler first reported autopsy cases with peculiar inflammation of the myocardium, which he named interstitial myocarditis. He postulated an isolated cardiac inflammation of the myocardium in the..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background It is common for patients on venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) to require continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). This can be done using separate vascular access for..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background:   Antithrombin (AT) replacement is occasionally utilized in the setting of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)-associated heparin resistance. Although past studies emphasized the high costs and limited clinical benefit..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is a therapy for patients with refractory respiratory failure. The decision to decannulate someone from extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) often involves weaning trials..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background:    Post-cardiotomy cardiogenic shock (PCCS) remains a life-threatening complication after cardiac surgery. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) represents the mainstay of mechanical circulatory support for PCCS; however, its availability..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective The initiation of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) triggers complex coagulation processes necessitating systemic anticoagulation. Therefore, anticoagulation monitoring is crucial to avoid adverse events such as thrombosis and hemorrhage...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Pressure monitoring on pediatric Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) circuits is used to aid in the evaluation of patient hemodynamics and circuit health. Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) recommends monitoring..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Bicaval dual lumen cannula (DLC) is gaining popularity in veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) for having less recirculation and facilitating mobilization. It is usually inserted under fluoroscopic..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Cerebral perfusion may change depending on arterial cannulation site and may affect the incidenceof neurologic adverse events in post‑cardiotomy extracorporeal life support (ECLS). The current study comparespatients’ neurologic..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract In the initial phases of veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) support for severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), ultraprotective controlled mechanical ventilation (CMV) is typically employed to limit..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract We present the case of a 62-year-old man with severe coronary artery disease who presented to the hospital in refractory ventricular fibrillation cardiac arrest. He showed signs of life..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction The use of  cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) for refractory cardiac arrest is increasing globally. However, providing equity of access to all patients is challenging, and to date, access has been..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Postoperative pneumonia (POP) is the most prevalent of all nosocomial infections in patients who underwent cardiac surgery. The aim of this study was to identify independent risk factors..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract The development of extracorporeal life support technology has added a new dimension to the care of critically ill patients who fail conventional treatment options. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)—specialized temporary..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Stroke affects surgical decision making and outcomes of neonatal cardiac surgery (CHS). We sought to assess the burden of stroke in this population from a large multicenter database...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) comprises 10–30% of critical care admissions worldwide []. ARDS outcomes have improved secondary to ventilatory strategies that may potentially mitigate ventilator-induced lung injury []...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is increasingly being used for critically ill patients with cardiopulmonary failure. Air in the ECMO circuit is an emergency, a rare but fatal complication...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) represents a potentially lifesaving support for respiratory and/or circulatory failure but its availability is limited to larger medical centers. A well-organized regional ECMO center..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Thermodilution methods to determine cardiac output (CO) may be affected by veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). We compared CO estimations by pulmonary arterial thermodilution using a pulmonary arterial catheter..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Thoracoabdominal normothermic regional perfusion (TA-NRP) is increasingly implemented in donation after circulatory determination of death (DCD). Thoracoabdominal normothermic regional perfusion allows thoracic and abdominal organs to be perfused with..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Thrombotic complications during and after extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are commonly observed clinically. The incidences of cannula-associated deep vein thrombosis (CaDVT) post-ECMO support have predominantly focused on Caucasian demographics...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective To analyze if the implementation of a multidisciplinary extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) program in a tertiary hospital in Spain is feasible and could yield survival outcomes similar to..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Purpose Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is an integral part of the management algorithm of patients with severe respiratory failure refractory to evidence-based conventional treatments. Right ventricular injury (RVI)..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Drug treatments for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) dramatically improve patient outcomes, and although extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has significant use in these patients, it is unknown whether ECMO affects..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Cell-free hemoglobin (CFH) is used to detect hemolysis and was recently suggested to trigger acute lung injury. However, its role has not been elucidated in severe acute respiratory distress..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction Pump-controlled retrograde trial off (PCRTO) is described as an effective weaning strategy for veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in the guidelines. Contrastingly, there is no established weaning strategy..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract During the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, children suffered severe lung injury resulting in acute respiratory distress syndrome requiring support with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). In this case series, we..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a complex procedure affecting both the risk of thrombosis and bleeding. High-quality data to personalize anticoagulation management in ECMO are lacking, resulting in..