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Breaking the Rhythm: Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) as a Life Saver in a Case of Resistant Arrhythmia and Cardiac Arrest

Abstract Refractory ventricular arrhythmias and cardiac arrest in younger patients are rare, life-threatening events, particularly when standard resuscitation fails. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) provides temporary circulatory support, enabling hemodynamic stabilization,..

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Malaria and the Heart: JACC State-of-the-Art Review

Abstract As one of the tropical diseases, malaria is endemic in developing countries. Severe malaria, mainly caused by the Plasmodium falciparum parasite, can result in life-threatening complications. Traditionally, cardiac involvement has not..

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Carotid Artery Dissection Following Neck Cannulation for Extracorporeal Life Support

Abstract A term neonate was cannulated for venoarterial extracorporeal life support (ECLS) via the right neck for non-postoperative junctional ectopic tachycardia. Initial echocardiogram demonstrated an echogenic strand in the transverse..

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Evaluation of Adults With Congenital Heart Disease

Abstract The clinical approach to adults with congenital heart diseases (ACHDs) is unique in cardiovascular medicine because these patients encompass a broad range of presentations. Each patient, despite having similar..

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