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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract The use of mechanical circulatory support using percutaneous ventricular assist devices (pVAD) has increased rapidly during the last decade without substantial new evidence for their effect on outcome. In..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Simulation based learning is becoming a crucial part in ECMO education. Simulation can provide a safe but also very realistic learning experience depending on simulation fidelity. In our institution..

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Abstract Distal perfusion cannulas, DPCs, are increasingly used to prevent limb ischemia, frequent and potentially serious complication on peripheral veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) support. We report the case..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Mechanical ventilation for respiratory failure due to COVID-19 is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an attractive management option. This study sought to determine the effect..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is used as a rescue strategy for patients with refractory post-cardiotomy cardiogenic shock (PCS). These patients often have varying degrees of reduced hemoglobin..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract There are minimal data on the use of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane life support (VA-ECLS) in adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) patients presenting with cardiogenic shock (CS). This study sought..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background and Objective: Resuscitative therapies for respiratory and cardiac failure are lifesaving and extended by using extracorporeal life support (ECLS) as mechanical circulatory support (MSC). This review informs the debate..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract BACKGROUND Tricyclic antidepressant (TCA) drugs are a common cause of fatal poisoning because of their cardiotoxic and arrhythmogenic effects. Classic supportive management includes sodium bicarbonate, gastrointestinal chelating agents, and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is described as a modified, smaller cardiopulmonary bypass circuit. The veno-venous (VV) ECMO circuit drains venous blood, oxygenate the blood, and pump the blood back..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction Differential hypoxia is a pivotal problem in patients with femoral veno-arterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support. Despite recognition of differential hypoxia and attempts to deliver more oxygenated..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Severe acute refractory respiratory failure is considered a life-threatening situation, with a high mortality of 40 to 60%. When conservative oxygenation methods fail, a lifesaving measure is the introduction..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is used in critically ill patients with severe pulmonary and/or cardiac failure. Blood is drained from the venous system and pumped through a membrane oxygenator..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: This study aimed to determine the optimal position of venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) draining cannulas for refractory respiratory failure based on short-term clinical results. Methods: In total, 278..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract This article describes a case study where a patient with ProtekDuo + oxygenator and Impella CP (PROpella) in biventricular failure and cardiogenic shock was reconfigured to venopulmonary-arterial (VP-A) extracorporeal..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract The main objective of this study was to describe the current mechanical ventilation (MV) settings during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for pediatric acute respiratory distress syndrome (P-ARDS) in six..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: The use of simultaneous veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) with or without an Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) is a widely used tool for mechanical hemodynamic support. Endothelial function,..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective:  To determine the association of venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) initiation with changes in vasoactive-inotropic scores (VISs) in children with pediatric acute respiratory distress syndrome (PARDS) and cardiovascular instability. Design:  Retrospective cohort..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: The use of veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) remains controversial in trauma patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Here, we aimed to investigate the therapeutic benefits..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Although the global pandemic is officially over, it has left a permanent mark on the health care landscape, reshaping the dynamics of hospitals in the United States. While staffing..

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Abstract Background Mobilization is important in longer courses in intensive care unit (ICU), typical for patients requiring venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO). For patients supported with ECMO, especially out-of-bed..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is a life-saving support therapy in the case of cardiopulmonary refractory failure. Its use is associated to complications due to the presence of artificial surfaces and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives Percutaneous pulmonary artery cannulas, used as inflow for left ventricular venting or as outflow for right ventricular mechanical circulatory support, are easily and rapidly deployable with transesophageal and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a potentially lethal complication of pregnancy that results from disruption of the maternal–fetal interface and occurs as frequently as one in every 8,000 deliveries. When AFE..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives To perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of the techniques and outcomes associated with percutaneous decannulation of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA–ECMO) using the Manta vascular closure device...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract During artificial organ support, kidney injury is multifactorial and related to the high severity of patients treated with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The successful delivery of continuous renal replacement..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective:  We summarize the existing data on the occurrence of physical, emotional, and cognitive dysfunction associated with postintensive care syndrome (PICS) in adult survivors of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract In the United States, about one million people are seen to visit the operating theater for cardiac surgery annually. However, nearly half of these visits result in complications such..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective: There was no consensus on the impact of nosocomial infection on In-hospital mortality rate in patients receiving ECMO. This study aimed to investigate the impact of nosocomial infection (NI)..

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Abstract Clinicians caring for children with cardiopulmonary failure using extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are refining bedside clinical practices by focusing on minimizing morbidity associated with neurologic complications. Neurologic complications are the main drivers of survival..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract BACKGROUND Post-cardiotomy veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) is characterized by discrepancies between weaning and survival-to-discharge rates. This study analyzes the differences between post-cardiotomy V-A ECMO patients who survived,..