Abstract Background and objectives Venous-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a pivotal means for rapid cardiopulmonary support, yet it may result in lower limb ischemia. This study aims to explore..
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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is commonly used for critically ill patients and associated with high rates of kidney injury and mortality. This study aimed to assess the impact of..
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Abstract OBJECTIVES The study’s aim was to investigate the outcomes and risk factors for mortality in patients undergoing surgery for acute type A aortic dissection receiving concomitant venoarterial extracorporeal membrane..
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Abstract Background Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) is a critical therapeutic intervention that is commonly used in the management of paediatric patients with congenital heart disease (CHD). This procedure..
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Abstract OBJECTIVES The study’s aim was to investigate the outcomes and risk factors for mortality in patients undergoing surgery for acute type A aortic dissection receiving concomitant venoarterial extracorporeal membrane..
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Abstract Background Pericardiectomy is the curative treatment for constrictive pericarditis, yet postoperative low cardiac output syndrome (LCOS) may occur. The application of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) in post-pericardiectomy refractory..
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Abstract We read with great interest the recent study by Stadlbauer et al. [1] published in Intensive Care Medicine, which evaluates the impact of reperfusion therapy including systemic thrombolysis (SYS), surgical..
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Abstract The use of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) for temporary mechanical circulatory support in various clinical scenarios has been increasing consistently, despite the lack of sufficient evidence regarding its..
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Abstract Background: We used machine learning models incorporating rich electronic medical record (EMR) data to predict neurological outcomes after venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA‑ECMO). Methods: This was a retrospective..
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Abstract Background: Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is increasingly used to treat cardiogenic shock. However, VA-ECMO might hamper myocardial recovery. The Impella unloads the left ventricle. This study aimed to..
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Peripheral cannulation for initiation of neonatal venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is an essential technical skill in the armamentarium of every congenital cardiac surgeon and is necessary for the care of..
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Introduction Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-support technology used in patients with severe cardiac and/or respiratory failure. The two primary ECMO configurations are Veno-Venous (VV) ECMO and Veno-Arterial (VA)..
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Abstract Electrocardiogram (ECG)—synchronized pulsatile veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) is a recent development in extracorporeal therapy for patients with severe cardiogenic shock. Although preclinical studies have shown benefits of..
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Abstract To investigate the relationship between platelet counts within the first 24 hours of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) support and in-hospital mortality in postcardiotomy ECMO patients. Adult patients..
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Abstract Background: Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a means of supporting the lungs or the heart and lungs in patients with hemodynamic compromise that is refractory to conventional measures...
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Abstract Cardiogenic shock (CS) is a critical condition with high mortality, characterized by reduced cardiac output (CO) and tissue hypoperfusion, despite advancements in treatment. Traditional hemodynamic markers like CO measurements,..
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Abstract Objectives Patents with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) are at high risk of death or poor neurologic recovery if spontaneous circulation is not rapidly restored. Emergent mechanical circulatory support with..
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Abstract We read with great interest a recent article on the association between body mass index (BMI) and outcomes in patients supported by venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). In a review..
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Abstract Aims Knowing the upper time limit for successful weaning from temporary mechanical circulatory support in cardiogenic shock will help with decision‐making regarding advanced heart failure (HF) therapy or considering..
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Abstract Background Veno-arterial (V-A) and veno-venous (V-V) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are crucial support modalities during lung transplantation, yet their comparative effectiveness remains unclear. Methods We conducted an 8-year retrospective..
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Abstract Mortality remains elevated during venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support (VA-ECMO) for cardiogenic shock and the role of inflammation is uncertain. By using the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), we investigated inflammatory..
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Abstract Background Acute lung injury and acute respiratory failure are frequent complications of cardiogenic shock and are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Even with increased use of temporary mechanical..
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Abstract While renal replacement therapy (RRT) allows for precise fluid management as well as addressing electrolyte imbalances and the removal of other necessary compounds, its early initiation has not shown..
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Abstract Background Veno-arterial (V-A) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is commonly used for patients with cardiac arrest, cardiogenic shock, or heart failure and is a life-saving technique. Computed tomography angiography (CTA)..
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Abstract We read with great interest a recent position statement on the physiology and presentation of a means of unambiguous identification of native lung and membrane lung blood flow occurring..
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Abstract Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has been utilized to treat massive pulmonary embolism (PE) accompanied by cardiac arrest or refractory cardiogenic shock. Our team opted for a femoral-femoral approach..
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Abstract Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is applied for the treatment of cardiogenic shock. Concomitant left ventricular unloading (LVU) with a microaxial flow pump (mAFP) enables myocardial and pulmonary recovery..
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Abstract Introduction No clear guidelines exist for unfractionated heparin (UFH) monitoring in adult patients on veno-arterial extracorporeal life support (VA-ECLS) for refractory cardiogenic shock. In this study, we sought to..
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Abstract Background Cardiac arrest in pregnancy is rare. Clinicians need to adapt management to the altered anatomy and physiology of pregnancy, and the well-being of two patients (mother and foetus)..
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Abstract Children requiring veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) or cardiac surgery often undergo cervical cannulation or carotid artery clamping, which can interrupt cerebral circulation. Inadequate collateral flow through the..
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