Abstract We present a case of successfully treating an adult woman with a lethal bupropion overdose with VA-ECMO. The patient presented to the hospital with severe encephalopathy, which progressed to..
Read MoreAbstract Background Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is associated with acute brain injury (ABI), including central nervous system (CNS) ischemia (defined as ischemic stroke or hypoxic-ischemic brain injury [HIBI]) and..
Read MoreAbstract Pediatric extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) provides lifesaving cardiopulmonary support for patients with a multitude of clinical diagnoses, resulting from cardiac and/or respiratory failure refractory to conventional supports. The utilization..
Read MoreAbstract When native blood flow through the aorta from the adult heart and lungs meets retrograde blood flow from an artificial heart and lung during venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO),..
Read MoreAbstract With advancements in (ECLS) technologies, venoarterial (VA-ECMO) has emerged as a crucial cardiopulmonary support mechanism. This review explores the significance of VA-ECMO system configuration, strategies, and timing of initiation. Through an analysis..
Read MoreAbstract A patient with a percutaneously inserted cardiopulmonary bypass cannula into the right internal jugular vein, connected to an extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuit using tape, was referred for transport..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a vital intervention for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), yet its efficacy with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) remains unknown. This study compared the..
Read MoreAbstract Background Veno-venous extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is a form of mechanical respiratory support for critically ill patients with severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Using a large intravenous line in..
Read MoreAbstract CONTEXT: Conventional MRI is incompatible with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) cannulas and pumps. Ultra-low-field portable MRI (ULF-pMRI) with 0.064 Tesla may provide a solution, but its safety and compatibility..
Read MoreAbstract In recent decades, the use of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has increased. In acute cardiogenic shock, VA-ECMO implantation can serve as a bridging solution to facilitate recovery, provide..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a lifesaving treatment for critically ill patients in cardiac or respiratory failure refractory to conventional treatment. Patients on an ECMO circuit (pump, oxygenator, tubing)..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) provides temporary cardiopulmonary support in the setting of refractory cardiogenic shock. Mechanical ventilation and sedation often accompanies VA-ECMO support and carry the increased risk..
Read MoreAbstract Mechanical ventilation (MV) strategies in children on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) have not been studied much and the ventilatory parameters to avoid greater lung damage are still unclear. Our..
Read MoreAbstract Transthoracic echocardiography is an essential tool for the management of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). Its ease of access makes it ideally suited for routine daily bedside assessments, which..
Read MoreAbstract OBJECTIVES: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is often withheld in patients with significant neurologic injury or recent neurosurgical intervention due to perceived futility. Studies of neurosurgical interventions before or during..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Calcium channel blocker (CCB) toxicity presents a significant mortality risk, highlighting the need for effective treatment strategies such as ECMO. This study analyzes ELSO registry data to determine the..
Read MoreAbstract With the COVID pandemic, veno-venous (VV) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) was implanted in many patients around the world. Data regarding follow-up and recovery of patients who are placed on..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is an effective life support technology in treating patients with cardiorespiratory failure. It could be used as a bridge to recovery, potentially improving patient outcomes due..
Read MoreAbstract Thrombosis and plasma leakage are two of the most frequent dysfunctions of polypropylene (PP) hollow fiber membrane (PPM) used in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) therapy. In this study, a..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction This study aimed to investigate the relationship between acquired antithrombin deficiency in patients undergoing postcardiotomy extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (PC-ECMO) and thromboembolic or haemorrhagic events such as bleeding, peripheral..
Read MoreAbstract Endothelial injury is usually considered as a major com-ponent of the systemic inflammatory response observed during veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygena-tion (VA-ECMO) support. Yet, few data are avail-able to support..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction: Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a catastrophic complication of pregnancy with high mortality rate. It is an inflammatory response leading to cardiovascular collapse. We present a case of successful..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Left atrial veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (LAVA-ECMO) is a novel mechanical cardiocirculatory support strategy that provides robust cardiocirculatory support and simultaneous left and right atrial venting via a multi-fenestrated..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Patient selection for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support is complex and associated with variability between clinicians. Disparities exist in ECMO use, with lower utilization in patients who are female,..
Read MoreAbstract Background: A body mass index (BMI) ≥ 35 kg/m² is traditionally a contraindication to extracorporeal support. We evaluated outcomes and quality of life (QoL) associated with veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO)..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction: Although outcomes of post-cardiotomy extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are well studied1, the outcomes of patients bridged to cardiac surgery with ECMO are less well understood. We undertook this study..
Read MoreAbstract Background Critical care of patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) with acute brain injury (ABI)is notable for a lack of high‑quality clinical evidence. Here, we offer guidelines for neurological..
Read MoreAbstract 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..
Read MoreAbstract The optimal dosing strategy of antimicrobial agents in critically ill patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is unknown. We conducted comprehensive review of existing literature on effect of ECMO..
Read MoreAbstract Background Central venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a commonly employed strategy to support patients in refractory postcardiotomy cardiogenic shock (RPCS). This support can be provided using either indirect..
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