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Extracorporeal Life Support in Pregnancy: A Systematic Review

Abstract Background The use of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) has expanded to include unique populations such as peripartum women. This systematic review aims to (1) quantify the number of cases..

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Extracorporeal life support for adult patients with ARDS

Abstract Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS), including venovenous (VV) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal (ECCO2R) is a temporary support option for patients with severe respiratory failure. Current..

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Optimal ECLS Support in Mixed Cardiogenic and Septic Shock: An ELSO Registry Analysis

Abstract Background Mixed cardiogenic and septic shock has been shown to have a higher mortality than cardiogenic shock alone and presents a unique hemodynamic phenotype. Objectives This study aimed to..

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Extracorporeal Support Vascular Access: 3D Printing Custom Cannulas

Abstract Extracorporeal life support (ECLS) requires specialized cannulas for vascular access that are dependent on each patient’s needs, size, and unique vascular anatomy. There are currently no commercially available drainage..

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Refractory anaphylactic shock to peanut ingestion in a pediatric patient requiring extracorporeal life support

Abstract Introduction Current guidelines advise that anaphylactic shock refractory to traditional treatments may be managed with extracorporeal life support (ECLS), but reports have been exclusive to adults. Case Report We..

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Postcardiotomy extracorporeal membrane oxygenation after elective, urgent, and emergency cardiac operations: Insights from the PELS observational study

Abstract Background Outcomes in cardiac surgery are influenced by surgical priority, with higher mortality in emergency cases. Whether this applies to postcardiotomy venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) remains unknown...

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Incidence and Risk Factors of Cannula-Associated Deep Vein Thrombosis After Extracorporeal Life Support in Adult Critically Ill Patients

Abstract Cannula-associated deep vein thrombosis (CaDVT) following decannulation from extracorporeal life support (ECLS) is a commonly reported complication with several associated risk factors. This study investigated the incidence and risk..

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Antepartum Extracorporeal Life Support: A Viable Way to Improve Fetal Outcomes

Abstract Extracorporeal life support (ECLS) has become increasingly common in the United States to manage refractory cardiopulmonary failure and has been used in complex populations including pregnant women. Application of..

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Unfractionated heparin monitoring by anti-factor Xa versus activated partial thromboplastin time strategies during venoarterial extracorporeal life support

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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Impact of Left Ventricular Venting on Acute Brain Injury in Patients with Cardiogenic Shock: An Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Registry…

Abstract Background While left ventricular (LV) venting reduces LV distension in cardiogenic shock patients on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO), it may also amplify risk of acute brain injury (ABI). We..

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Outcomes of extracorporeal life support in hypothermic cardiac arrest: Revisiting ELSO guidelines

Abstract Aim of the study Predictive factors for poor outcomes in hypothermic cardiac arrest (HCA) differ from those in normothermic out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). This study aimed to evaluate the..

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Different ECLS Pump Configurations for Temporary Right Ventricular Assist Device in LVAD Patients: A Retrospective Case–Control Study

Abstract Background: Acute right ventricular failure is a critical complication after left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation, often managed with a temporary paracorporeal right ventricular assist device (RVAD). This study..

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Hemolysis in Pediatric ECLS

Presented by: Timothy M. Maul, CCP, FPP, PhD The Hoosier Extracorporeal Science Conference (HESC) is hosted and managed by Heartbeat Perfusion Solutions Inc. The video content has been made available..

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Extracorporeal liver support techniques: a comparison

Abstract ExtraCorporeal Liver Support (ECLS) systems were developed with the aim of supporting the liver in its detoxification function by clearing the blood from hepatic toxic molecules. We conducted a..

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Cardiogenic shock in 2024: insight the complex reality of ECLS and left ventricular unloading strategies

Abstract Despite immediate coronary revascularization, mortality of patients experiencing infarct-related cardiogenic shock (AMICS) remains high [1]. Over the past decade, there has been a growing interest in the use of..

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Extracorporeal Life Support in Infarct-Related Cardiogenic Shock

Abstract BACKGROUND Extracorporeal life support (ECLS) is increasingly used in the treatment of infarct-related cardiogenic shock despite a lack of evidence regarding its effect on mortality. METHODS In this multicenter..

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Year in review: Highlights in ECLS Innovation and Technology, Anno 2022-2023

Abstract Background In the field of extracorporeal life support (ECLS), the rapid influx of novel technologies and innovative techniques presents an ongoing challenge for professionals to stay informed about these..

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Extracorporeal life support in thoracic emergencies—a narrative review of current evidence

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..

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Endothelial and Hemodynamic Function in a Large Animal Model in Relation to Different Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Cannulation Strategies and Intra-Aortic…

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,..

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Geospatial analysis of Extracorporeal Membrane oxygenation in Europe (GENERATE)

Abstract Introduction A cross-sectional survey GENERATE (GEospatial aNalysis of ExtRacorporeal membrane oxygenATion in Europe) initiated on behalf of the European chapter of the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (EuroELSO), aims to..

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Survival and Factors Associated with Survival with Extracorporeal Life Support During Cardiac Arrest

Abstract The survival rate after cardiac arrest (CA) remains low. The utilization of extracorporeal life support is proposed to improve management. However, this resource-intensive tool is associated with complications and..

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Left ventricular assist device implants in patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: do we need cardiopulmonary bypass?

Abstract     OBJECTIVES Implanting a durable left ventricular assist device (LVAD) in a patient on extracorporeal life support (ECLS) is challenging. The goal of this study was to compare..

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Clinical Characteristics Between Survivors and Nonsurvivors of COVID-19 Patients Requiring Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Support: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Abstract Background:  The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) for refractory respiratory failure, severe cardiac dysfunction, and bridge to lung transplantation has been steadily increasing..

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Anesthetic Management of Successful Extracorporeal Resuscitation After Six Hours of Cardiac Arrest Due to Severe Accidental Hypothermia

Abstract Accidental hypothermia (AH) in Mediterranean countries often is underestimated. AH should be suspected in patients also in moderate climates throughout all seasons. Compared with other countries, the mortality rate..

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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation use in poisoning: a narrative review with clinical recommendations

Context Poisoning may lead to respiratory failure, shock, cardiac arrest, or death. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) may be used to provide circulatory support, termed venoarterial (VA) ECMO; or respiratory support..

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Performance characteristics of the new Eurosets magnetically suspended centrifugal pump

Abstract Objective: The aim was to evaluate the performance of a newly developed magnetically suspended centrifugal pump head intended for use as a ventricular assistance device with a newly developed..

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Basics of extra corporeal membrane oxygenation: a pediatric intensivist’s perspective

Abstract Extra Corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is one of the most advanced forms of life support therapy in the Intensive Care Unit. It relies on the principle where an external..

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The Safe Addition of Nitric Oxide into the Sweep Gas of the Extracorporeal Circuit during Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Extracorporeal Life…

Abstract Low cardiac output syndrome and the systemic inflammatory response are consequences of the cardiac surgical perioperative course. The mechanisms responsible are multifactorial, but recent studies have shown that nitric..

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Influence of low-flow time on survival after extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR)

Abstract Background Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) support under extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR) is the last option and may be offered to selected patients. Several factors predict outcome in these..

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Cannulation techniques for extracorporeal life support

Abstract Abstract:  The article reviews cannulation strategy for different modes of extracorporeal life support. Technical aspects, pitfalls and complications are discussed for central and peripheral extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA, VV,..

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