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Elective Use of Veno-Venous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation to Support Complex Surgery Involving the Central Airways

Abstract Introduction Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) supports oxygenation and carbon dioxide (CO2) clearance in the short- or mid-term, and is traditionally utilized in severe, refractory respiratory failure. There is..

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Heparin-free veno-venous ECMO for airway obstruction: A case report and review of literature

Abstract Rationale:  Life-threatening airway obstructions caused by tumors demand prompt and effective intervention. Traditional surgical methods are often complicated by bleeding risks, especially with the use of anticoagulation during extracorporeal..

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Evaluation of the endotracheal tube cuff pressure changes during cardiac operations under cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Introduction: Tracheal intubation is used for most operations under general anesthesia. Prolonged hyperinflation of the tube cuff can compromise tracheal mucosal perfusion, and low pressure of the cuff may cause..

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