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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Obesity is an important health problem in cardiac surgery and among patients requiring postcardiotomy venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO). Still, whether these patients are at risk for..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Extracorporeal life support with venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is used to assist circulation in patients with severe cardiogenic shock or cardiac arrest. The vasoactive-inotropic score (VIS) is a standardized calculation of vasoactive medication support which uses..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Aim Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) provides temporary support in severe cardiac or respiratory failure and can be deployed in children who suffer cardiac arrest. However, it is unknown if..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Validation of a real-time monitoring device to evaluate the risk or occurrence of neurologic injury while on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) may aid clinicians in prevention and treatment. Therefore,..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract BACKGROUND: We analyzed bleeding and thrombotic complications in COVID-19–associated ARDS requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). METHODS: This was a single-center observational study of adult subjects undergoing ECMO for COVID-19 (n = 67)..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Because of its rapid onset and offset of action, and its ability to be fully and rapidly reversed with protamine when anticoagulation control is needed, unfractionated heparin (UFH) remains..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: The Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Supplies Platform () was created out of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) disposable product shortage prior to and during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective: To investigate the preventive effect of distal perfusion catheters (DPCs) on vascular complications in patients undergoing venous artery extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). Methods: Patients who underwent VA-ECMO through a femoral..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective The use of mechanical circulatory support (MCS) in lung transplantation has been steadily increasing over the prior decade, with evolving strategies for incorporating support in the preoperative, intraoperative,..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been extensively used during both the H1N1 influenza pandemic and COVID-19 pandemic. When the number of patients receiving ECMO support and ECMO centres sharply..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Persistent hypoxemia during veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) for supporting acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients is a clinical challenge for intensive care medical providers. Prone positioning is an..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: Cardiovascular perfusion is a dynamic healthcare profession where new practices are frequently introduced. Despite the emergence of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines, little is known about their dissemination at..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract VENOVENOUS EXTRACORPOREAL MEMBRANE OXYGENATION (VV ECMO) represents a rescue form of life support for refractory respiratory failure, shown to confer a mortality benefit.  Although relative contraindications to VV ECMO..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract There has been a substantial increase in the use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support in critically ill adults. Understanding the complex changes that could affect drugs’ pharmacokinetics (PK)..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Anticoagulation is critical in patients supported on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The appropriate monitoring strategies for heparin remain unclear. Objectives This systematic review aimed to compare the accuracy..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Boudreaux et al. are to be commended for their publication in this month’s ASAIO regarding the utility of early tracheostomy in 150 patients placed on venovenous (VV) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for respiratory failure. Thirty-five of the..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) can be performed with two single lumen cannulas (SLCs) or one dual-lumen cannula (DLC) where low recirculation fraction (Rf) is a key performance criterion...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract A neonate with pulmonary hypertension was supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). During ECMO support, the patient developed Enterococcus faecalis bacteremia, treated with targeted antibiotics. Despite the maximum dose of antibiotics, routine blood..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR) is increasingly used due to its beneficial outcomes and results compared to conventional CPR. After cardiac arrest, the overall ejection fraction is severely impaired;..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract We aimed to describe the clinical outcomes of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) therapy in our institution considering clinical context and pH at cannulation. All patients treated by VA-ECMO during the..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: Physical therapy (PT) utilization in patients requiring mechanical circulatory support (MCS) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been reported; however, little is known about intensive rehabilitation and associated..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Obtaining arterial access for cardiac catheterization can be both challenging and morbid in patients supported by venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). While catheterization performed by obtaining endovascular access through..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Interhospital transport of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients bears transport-associated risks. It is unknown how interhospital extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) transfer of COVID-19 patients by mobile ECMO units affects ARDS mortality. We compared the outcome..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Venlafaxine is a serotonin and noradrenalin reuptake inhibitor prescribed as an antidepressant. Overdose clinically manifests with neurological, cardiovascular and gastrointestinal abnormalities based on, amongst others, serotonin syndrome and can..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Membrane oxygenator failure during venovenous (V-V) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) can lead to life-threatening hypoxia, high replacement costs, and may be associated with a hyperfibrinolytic state and bleeding. The current understanding..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Rationale: In the EOLIA (ECMO to Rescue Lung Injury in Severe ARDS) trial, oxygenation was similar between intervention and conventional groups, whereas V˙V˙e was reduced in the intervention group. Comparable reductions in..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives To compare the safety and efficacy of del-Nido cardioplegia (DNC) with traditional 4:1 cold blood cardioplegia (CBC) in coronary artery bypass grafting and/or valve surgeries in elderly patients...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background The high-quality evidence on managing COVID-19 patients requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support is insufficient. Furthermore, there is little consensus on allocating ECMO resources when scarce. The paucity..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective:  The aim of this study was to describe decisions about the escalation and withdrawal of treatment for patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Summary Background Data:  Interventions premised..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Although uncommon, oxygenator thrombosis in extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) devicesremains a potential reason for exchanging the circuit,the risk of thrombosis increases with the duration ofECMO therapy and with procoagulant..