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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) not only significantly improves survival rates in severely ill neonates but also is associated with long-term neurodevelopmental issues. To systematically review the available literature..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Patients requiring extracorporeal life support (ECLS) post-Norwood operation constitute an extremely high-risk group. We retrospectively described short-term outcomes, functional status, and assessed risk factors for requiring ECLS post-Norwood operation..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background The utilization of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) for intraoperative support during lung transplantation has increased over the past decade. Although veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has recently emerged..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Problem Despite advances in Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VA-ECMO), a significant mortality rate persists due to complications. The non-physiological blood flow dynamics of VA-ECMO may lead to neurological complications..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Septic shock, a global health concern, boasts high mortality rates. Research exploring the efficacy of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) in septic shock remains limited. Our study aimed to..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) to support patients with cardiac arrest, cardiogenic shock, and acute respiratory distress syndrome is rising worldwide.1 While ECMO may save the lives of..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) is increasingly used to treat refractory cardiogenic shock, despite randomized clinical trials reporting no difference in outcomes., Although traditional ECMO pumps maintain a constant flow..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Cardiogenic shock (CS) is a critical clinical syndrome  characterized by inadequate tissue perfusion and oxygen  delivery resulting from severe heart dysfunction, leading  to multi-organ failure. Diagnostic criteria include hypoperfusion..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Bleeding and thrombotic complications compromise outcomes in patients undergoing percutaneous mechanical circulatory support (pMCS) with veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) and/or microaxial flow pumps like the Impella™...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives: To describe clinical characteristics, mechanical ventilation strategies, and outcomes in patients with severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) during weaning from venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO). Design: Retrospective, multicenter cohort..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Rationale: Blood flow rate affects mixed venous oxygenation (SvO2) during venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), with possible effects on the pulmonary circulation and the right heart function. Objectives: We..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a cardiopulmonary bypass device that provides life-saving complete respiratory and cardiac support in patients with cardiorespiratory failure. The majority of drugs prescribed to..

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Abstract Background Monitoring fluid therapy is challenging in patients assisted with Veno-arterial ECMO. The aim of our study was to evaluate the usefulness of capillary refill time to assess the..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract A 53 year old female was referred to our quaternary center for venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) retrieval. Following a brief admission for a cosmetic procedure, she had represented..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives:  Extracorporeal life support can lead to rapid reversal of hypoxemia but the benefits and harms of different oxygenation targets in severely ill patients are unclear. Our primary objective..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Despite the frequent use of prophylactic antibiotics in hospitals for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) patients, the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) Infectious Disease Task Force does not recommend routine..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) has emerged as a vital therapy offering a lifeline to critically ill patients with severe respiratory or cardiac failure. Its life-saving potential is undeniable, with survival..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Use of venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is increasing, but candidacy selection processes are variable and subject to bias. Research Question What are the reasons behind venovenous ECMO..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Pulmonary echinococcosis is a parasitic infection that accounts for 20% of the infected cases with echinococcosis. Patients may present after a cyst rupture associated with a variety of complications,..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is often associated with disturbances in acid/base status that can be triggered by the underlying pathology or the ECMO circuit itself. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction: The optimal timing for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuit change-out is crucial for the successful management of patients with severe cardiopulmonary failure. This comprehensive review examines the various..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) as a bridge to lung transplant is an infrequent but accepted pathway in patients who have refractory end-stage pulmonary failure. The American Association of Thoracic..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract To investigate the effects of blood pumps operated in different modes on nonphysiologic flow patterns, cell and protein function, and the risk of bleeding, thrombosis, and hemolysis, an extracorporeal..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background The present article describes three cases of patients in cardiogenic shock (CS) with previous cardiac surgery that made them initially inoperable. Perioperative support with veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) is the standard for monitoring bivalirudin but demonstrates a nonlinear response at higher drug concentrations. The objective of this study was to assess the..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background The efficacy of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) as a bridge to left ventricular assist device (LVAD) remains unclear, and recipients of the more contemporary HeartMate 3 (HM3) LVAD..

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Abstract There are minimal data describing use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in pediatric patient after a liver transplantation (LT). This study aimed at describing ECMO run in this specific..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Purpose For pediatric patients, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) remains the predominant mechanical circulatory support (MCS) modality for heart failure (HF) although survival to discharge rates remain between 50 and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Purpose: The outcomes of immunocompromised patients with cardiogenic shock treated with venoarterial extra‑corporeal membrane oxygenation (VA‑ECMO) are seldom documented, making ECMO candidacy decisions challeng‑ing. This study aims (1) to..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Nitric oxide (NO) can be safely delivered through the sweep gas to the oxygenator of an extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuit. It has theoretical benefits such as preventing platelet..