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Introduction Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving intervention for patients with severe cardiac and respiratory failure. However, the need for specialized ECMO care often necessitates the transport of critically..

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Introduction Refractory cardiogenic shock (RCS) is a life-threatening condition where the heart fails to supply adequate blood flow to the body's organs, despite maximal medical therapy. It is a major..

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Abstract The impact of race on extracorporeal life support (ECLS) availability, morbidity, and mortality remains poorly defined. We sought to define the impact of race/ethnicity, sex, and location on ECLS..

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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 The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has expanded and is now widely applied to perioperative care in lung transplant. Respiratory failure after lung transplant is a clinical..

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Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) serves as a critical intervention for patients with severe cardiac and pulmonary dysfunction. Given the high rates of mortality and morbidity, as well as..

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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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Abstract This report presents a case series that introduces differential venous drainage (DVD) as an underrated complication arising from the hemodynamic impact of the extracorporeal life support (ECLS) circuit on..

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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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Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation weaning strategies are not standardized. When dealing with patients with complex physiologies and borderline haemodynamics, it is prudent to have a fail-safe method of approaching decannulation..

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Abstract Introduction: The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for cardiopulmonary failure is increasing. ECMO transport teams are needed to expand patient access. Our goal was to design and implement a..

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Abstract Background/Objectives: Secure large-bore cannula insertion is critical for effective extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), as inadequate fixation can lead to complications such as infection, dislodgment, and life-threatening events. With inconsistent..

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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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Introduction Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) has become a vital intervention in cardiac surgery, offering temporary mechanical support for patients experiencing severe cardiac dysfunction. It stabilizes hemodynamics, allowing time for myocardial..

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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 Although extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) systems have been used to provide temporary support for patients with severe respiratory or cardiac failure, they are often bedridden, in part because of..

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Abstract Background Bleeding is a common and sometimes fatal complication of venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Whether lowering the intensity of anticoagulation during venovenous ECMO is safe or effective is..

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Abstract The 2021 Adult and Pediatric Anticoagulation Guidelines for patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) recommend a target partial thromboplastin time (PTT) between 60 and 85 seconds when unfractionated heparin..

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Introduction Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving intervention for patients with severe cardiac and/or respiratory failure. Unlike cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), ECMO can run for days to weeks, requiring meticulous..

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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving intervention for patients with severe cardiac or respiratory failure. A thorough understanding of ECMO physiology, particularly oxygen transport dynamics, is essential for optimizing..

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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 Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) as rescue therapy for cardiogenic shock (CS) is highly dependent on timeliness and medical resources. Objectives Aimed to assess ECMO management and outcomes in..

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Abstract Background Over the last 15 years, clinicians have increasingly used extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) as a rescue technique, including cannulating patients in community hospitals without ECMO capabilities, leading to..

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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 Veno-pulmonary extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VP ECMO) is an emerging mechanical support therapy for patients with right ventricular (RV) injury. This study aimed to assess the hemodynamic impact of VP..

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Abstract Purpose of review  Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) provides gas exchange for patients with advanced respiratory failure who cannot maintain adequate oxygenation or carbon dioxide (CO2) clearance through conventional..

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Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) stands as a pivotal intervention for patients grappling with cardiopulmonary insufficiency. However, alongside its therapeutic benefits, ECMO carries the risk of complications, with acute..

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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 Introduction Lung transplantation has been evolving since its inception in 1963. Over recent years, literature has suggested a shift in the perioperative strategy of mechanical support toward extracorporeal membrane..