Abstract Venopulmonary (VP) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a mode capable of supporting both pulmonary and right ventricular (RV) functions. Weaning patients from VP ECMO requires careful assessment of both..
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Abstract In unfractionated heparin (UFH) monitoring during extracorporeal circulation, the traditional measures of activated clotting time (ACT) or activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) may diverge, confounding anticoagulant adjustments. We aimed..
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Abstract Use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for cardiorespiratory failure remains complicated by blood clot formation (thrombosis), triggered by biomaterial surfaces and flow conditions. Thrombosis may result in ECMO circuit..
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Abstract This review highlights advancements in extracorporeal life support (ECLS), emphasizing the critical role of standardized terminology, particularly for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in treating right ventricular and respiratory failure...
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Abstract Background: Hemolysis is a frequent complication in patients with sepsis, ARDS, or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Haptoglobin (Hp) can scavenge released cell-free hemoglobin (CFH). Hemolysis and low plasma concentrations of..
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Abstract Purpose of review This article offers an overview of recent randomized controlled trials (RCTs) testing the efficacy of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) and microaxial flow pump (mAFP)..
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Abstract Bleeding and thrombotic complications are major drivers in extracorporeal life support (ECLS) patients’ negative outcomes and are reported in up to 40% of the ECLS-runs [1, 2]. Consumptive coagulopathy..
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Beyond Venoarterial and Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: Novel Cannulation Strategies
Introduction Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a means of supporting the heart, lungs, or both when more conventional therapy fails to achieve appropriate physiologic endpoints. The majority of ECMO..
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Kelli Shaw, 34, believes in happy endings. On June 9, 2024, the Bedford, New Hampshire mother of three celebrated her 10-year wedding anniversary with a vow renewal ceremony. It is..
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Abstract Venovenous bypass (VVB) is a technique used in liver transplantation (LT) to maintain hemodynamic stability and abdominal organ perfusion and thereby improve patient outcomes. Despite its perceived benefits, VVB..
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Abstract Purpose Skin pigmentation influences peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) compared to arterial saturation of oxygen (SaO2). Occult hypoxemia (SaO2 ≤ 88% with SpO2 ≥ 92%) is associated with increased in-hospital..
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Abstract Objectives: Most post-cardiotomy (PC) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) runs last less than 7 days. Studies on the outcomes of longer runs have provided conflicting results. This study investigates patient..
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Abstract Burn patients face cardiopulmonary failure risks, with recent observational studies suggesting promising outcomes for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). However, the effectiveness and long-term survival remain unclear. Our study aims..
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Abstract Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has been increasingly used to treat refractory cardiogenic shock (CS) or cardiac arrest (CA) over the past decades. Peripheral VA-ECMO increases left ventricular (LV)..
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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a cardiac or pulmonary function support system that is used in cases of refractory organ failure in addition to conventional treatment. Currently, Level I..
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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is often used in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) with refractory hypoxemia. There is limited literature highlighting the development of right ventricular (RV) failure while..
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Abstract Sparse data exist on sex-related differences in extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) for refractory cardiac arrest (rCA). We explored the role of sex on the utilization and outcomes of ECPR..
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Treatment strategies for acute respiratory distress syndrome have dramatically improved in recent years. Nevertheless, despite optimization of ventilator parameters, mortality remains high. Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) allows the elimination..
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Abstract Background: In lung transplantation surgery, extracorporeal life support (ECLS) is essential for safety. Various support methods, including cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and off-pump techniques, are used, with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)..
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Abstract OBJECTIVES: We planned to synthesize evidence examining the potential efficacy and safety of performing physical rehabilitation and/or mobilization (PR&M) in adult patients receiving extracorporeal life support (ECLS). DATA SOURCES: ..
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Abstract Background Pulmonary shunt refers to the passage of venous blood into the arterial blood system bypassingthe alveoli-blood gas exchange. Pulmonary shunt is defined by a drop in the physiologic..
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Abstract Aims This study evaluated how well serial pulse pressure (PP) and PP adjusted by the vasoactive inotropic score (VIS) predicted venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) weaning success and clinical..
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Abstract This chapter provides an in-depth analysis of the ProtekDuo® (LivaNova, London) dual-lumen cannula’s application in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), focusing on the procedural techniques of cannulation, weaning, and decannulation...
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Abstract Aim Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has become a common intervention for patients with cardiogenic shock (CS), often complicated by cardiac arrest (CA). Moderate hypothermia (MH) has shown promise..
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Abstract In patients on veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) premembranous venous oxygen saturation (Spm-vO2) is continuously displayed on the ECMO console. However, the concordance between Spm-vO2 and mixed venous oxygen saturation..
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Abstract This retrospective analysis of the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) registry evaluates the outcomes and identifies risk factors associated with conversion from initial venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support..
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Abstract Refractory septic shock is associated with a high risk of death. Circulatory support in the form of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) may function as a bridge to..
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Abstract Background: Thrombosis within extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuits is a common complication that dominates clinical management of patients receiving mechanical circulatory support. Prior studies have identified that over 80%..
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Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a rescue therapy in patients with severe acute res‑piratory distress syndrome (ARDS) secondary to COVID‑19. While bleeding and thrombosis complicate ECMO, theseevents may..
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Abstract Mortality in infarct-related as well as heart failure-associated cardiogenic shock remains high, reaching 40–50% depending on the etiology and severity of cardiogenic shock. Percutaneous active mechanical circulatory support devices..
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