Abstract Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) is a life support technique used for patients with life-threatening respiratory failure. It effectively addresses arterial hypoxemia without overstretching the injured lungs. Traditional..
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Abstract OBJECTIVES Cardiogenic shock is still a major clinical challenge, despite the available devices. We developed a minimally invasive, transapical dual-lumened cannula, which can provide antegrade circulatory support and unloading..
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Abstract Introduction The Protek Duo (PtD) dual lumen, single cannula was developed as a percutaneous system for temporary mechanical support, inserted through the internal jugular vein (IJ) for both atrial..
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Abstract Background Bicaval dual lumen cannula (DLC) is gaining popularity in veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) for having less recirculation and facilitating mobilization. It is usually inserted under fluoroscopic..
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Abstract We are grateful for the readers’ interest and suggestions relevant to our original contribution entitled “Pulmonary Artery Dual-Lumen Cannulation Versus Two Cannula Percutaneous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Configuration in Right..
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Abstract In appropriately selected patients with COVID-19 acute respiratory distress syndrome, venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) may offer a promising bridge to lung recovery or lung transplantation if lung recovery..
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Abstract Accidental hypothermia with a core temperature below 28°C is associated with an increased risk of hemodynamic instability. It is difficult to predict which patients will survive with a favorable..
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Abstract Introduction: The Crescent® is a recently introduced dual lumen cannula by which veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is delivered. It has a number of features that enhance its ease..
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