Abstract OBJECTIVES: We planned to synthesize evidence examining the potential efficacy and safety of performing physical rehabilitation and/or mobilization (PR&M) in adult patients receiving extracorporeal life support (ECLS). DATA SOURCES: ..
Read MoreAbstract Background Pulmonary shunt refers to the passage of venous blood into the arterial blood system bypassingthe alveoli-blood gas exchange. Pulmonary shunt is defined by a drop in the physiologic..
Read MoreAbstract Severe right heart failure, often overlooked and challenging to manage, has prompted a growing interest in innovative approaches to provide functional support. This study uses experimentation in large porcine..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose The purpose of this study was to compare techniques for securing the aortic extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) cannula, using in vitro models. Methods Two models were studied: a tissue model..
Read MoreAbstract Aims This study evaluated how well serial pulse pressure (PP) and PP adjusted by the vasoactive inotropic score (VIS) predicted venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) weaning success and clinical..
Read MoreAbstract Patients undergoing veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) typically suffer from cardiogenic pulmonary edema and lung atelectasis, which can exacerbate right ventricular (RV) dysfunction through an increase in lung elastance..
Read MoreAbstract This chapter provides an in-depth analysis of the ProtekDuo® (LivaNova, London) dual-lumen cannula’s application in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), focusing on the procedural techniques of cannulation, weaning, and decannulation...
Read MoreAbstract Aim Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has become a common intervention for patients with cardiogenic shock (CS), often complicated by cardiac arrest (CA). Moderate hypothermia (MH) has shown promise..
Read MoreAbstract In patients on veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) premembranous venous oxygen saturation (Spm-vO2) is continuously displayed on the ECMO console. However, the concordance between Spm-vO2 and mixed venous oxygen saturation..
Read MoreAbstract This retrospective analysis of the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) registry evaluates the outcomes and identifies risk factors associated with conversion from initial venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support..
Read MoreAbstract Refractory septic shock is associated with a high risk of death. Circulatory support in the form of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) may function as a bridge to..
Read MoreAbstract ExtraCorporeal Liver Support (ECLS) systems were developed with the aim of supporting the liver in its detoxification function by clearing the blood from hepatic toxic molecules. We conducted a..
Read MoreAbstract Veno‐venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) in severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) can be lifesaving. In these cases, the complex brain-lung crosstalk might lead to a form of acute..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Nitric Oxide (NO) is a naturally occurring modulator of inflammation found in the human body. Several studies in the pediatric cardiothoracic surgery literature have demonstrated some beneficial clinical effects..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Thrombosis within extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuits is a common complication that dominates clinical management of patients receiving mechanical circulatory support. Prior studies have identified that over 80%..
Read MoreAbstract Despite immediate coronary revascularization, mortality of patients experiencing infarct-related cardiogenic shock (AMICS) remains high [1]. Over the past decade, there has been a growing interest in the use of..
Read MoreAbstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a rescue therapy in patients with severe acute res‑piratory distress syndrome (ARDS) secondary to COVID‑19. While bleeding and thrombosis complicate ECMO, theseevents may..
Read MoreAbstract Mortality in infarct-related as well as heart failure-associated cardiogenic shock remains high, reaching 40–50% depending on the etiology and severity of cardiogenic shock. Percutaneous active mechanical circulatory support devices..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a form of cardiorespiratory support, and is being increasingly used to support refractory heart and respiratory failure. It involves draining blood from the vascular..
Read MoreAbstract Molecular oxygen is typically delivered to patients via oxygen inhalation or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), potentially resulting in systemic hyperoxia from liberal oxygen inhalation or localized hyperoxia in the..
Read MoreAbstract Background The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) has increased substantially. With modern trials supporting its efficacy, ECMO has become an..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Cardiogenic shock in children still carries a high mortality risk despite advances in medical therapy. The use of temporary mechanical circulatory supports is an accepted strategy to bridge patients..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (ECPR) has potential benefits compared to conventional Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CCPR) in children. Although no randomised trials for paediatric ECPR have been conducted, there is extensive literature..
Read MoreAbstract Weaning and liberation from VA ECMO in cardiogenic shock patients comprises a complex process requiring a continuous trade off between multiple clinical parameters. In the absence of dedicated international..
Read MoreAbstract Background and purpose Current information on the latest rehabilitative practices is limited, with previous reviews only covering data up to October 2021, and some considering only patients on awake..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) may act as a driver or propagator of systemic inflammation. In turn, cytokine release can modify thromboelastographic (TEG) tests which are commonly used for..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) continues to be an indispenable tool in critical care settings, in particular in patients with severe respiratory and/or cardiac failure. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the..
Read MoreAbstract Prevention of limb ischemia in patients with venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is primarily achieved through the use of distal perfusion catheters (DPC). Our objective was to assess the..
Read MoreAbstract Over the past decade, veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has expanded rapidly as a salvage strategy to provide temporary circulatory and respiratory support allowing cardiac function recovery or bridging..
Read MoreAbstract Background and objectives Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VV ECMO) provides respiratory support to patients with severe lung disease failing conventional medical therapy. An essential component of the ECMO circuit..
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