Abstract Unfractionated heparin (UFH) is the most used anticoagulant in patients receiving veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO). Its therapeutic levels are monitored using activated partial thromboplastin time ratio (aPTTr) or..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is an effective mechanical circulatory support for cardiac insufficiency following cardiac surgery especially cardiac surgery with extracorporeal circulation, which can quickly restore the perfusion..
Read MoreAbstract Despite extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) utilization in nearly 20% of cases, there are limited data in children with acute fulminant myocarditis (AFM) requiring ECMO. Herein we identify risk factors..
Read MoreAbstract Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) initiation for patients with cardiogenic shock or cardiac arrest is an attractive strategy since it provides a quick restoration of organ perfusion. One major..
Read MoreAbstract The issue of left ventricular (LV) distention during venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is crucial as it markedly impacts on patients’ weanability and, ultimately, outcome. Numerous techniques have been..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a form of temporary cardiopulmonary bypass for patients with acute respiratory or cardiac failure refractory to conventional therapy. Its usage has become increasingly widespread..
Read MoreAbstract Background Current medical simulators for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are expensive and rely on low-fidelity methodologies. This creates a challenge that demands a new approach to eliminate high costs..
Read MoreAbstract The rising application of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has emphasized the need for consistent and standardized terminology, especially concerning peripheral percutaneous cannulation of the pulmonary artery (PPC-PA). The Extracorporeal..
Read MoreAbstract Background Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a high-risk, low-volume procedure requiring repetition, skill and multiple disciplines with fidelity of communication. Yet many barriers exist to maintain proficiency and skills..
Read MoreAbstract Cardiogenic shock (CS) and cardiac arrest (CA) are among the most lethal complications of acute cardiovascular disease, affected by high in-hospital mortality rates. Venoarterial extracorporeal life support (VA ECLS)..
Read MoreAbstract The development of mechanical circulatory support (MCS) has been rapid, and its use worldwide in patients with cardiogenic shock is increasingly widespread. However, current statistical data and clinical research..
Read MoreAbstract Importance Prone positioning may improve outcomes in patients with severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), but it is unknown whether prone positioning improves clinical outcomes among patients with ARDS who..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuits may be changed during the run for multiple reasons; however, these circuit changes may be associated with adverse events. Predictors for undergoing a..
Read MoreAbstract Refractory vasodilatory shock (RVS) following massive calcium channel blocker (CCB) overdose remains a challenging clinical entity. Peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has proven useful in several cases of..
Read MoreAbstract Background While venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V‑A ECMO) provides lifesaving supportfor cardiopulmonary failure, complications may increase mortality, with few studies focusing on ischemic/hemor‑rhagic stroke. We aimed to determine the..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction: The need for preoperative extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support prior to left ventricular assist device(LVAD) therapy has been associated with increased mortality. Our study investigated the impact of de-escalating..
Read MoreAbstract OBJECTIVES: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an advanced treatment for acute severe respiratory failure. Patients on ECMO are frequently maintained sedated and immobilized until weaning from ECMO, first, and..
Read MoreAbstract Acute hypoxemic respiratory failure (AHRF) and its more severe form, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), imply a decrease in the ability to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide by the..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) as a bridge to lung transplant (BTT) has been used for critically ill candidates with excellent outcomes, but data on this strategy in older recipients..
Read MoreAbstract This study described the outcomes of patients receiving topical, nebulized, endobronchial, or systemic tranexamic acid (TXA) for bleeding events while on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). We performed a single-center..
Read MoreAbstract We have read with interest the work by Helms et al., a single-center study with 30 patients (16 on veno-venous and 14 on veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxy-genation (ECMO)), with..
Read MoreAbstract Rationale: Definitive guidelines for anticoagulation management during veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) are lacking, while bleeding complications continue to pose major challenges. Objectives: To describe anticoagulation modalities and..
Read MoreAbstract OBJECTIVES: To determine the concordance between activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) and anti-factor-Xa (anti-Xa) in adults undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and to identify the factors associated with discordant..
Read MoreAbstract Mortality prediction for patients with the severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) supported with veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is challenging. Clinical variables at baseline and on day 3..
Read MoreAbstract Mechanical circulatory support for cardiogenic shock complicated by acute severe aortic regurgitation poses a unique challenge for traditional veno arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) because of rapidly rising left..
Read MoreAbstract The Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) registry which collects data from hundreds of participating centers supports research in ECMO to help improve patient outcomes. The ELSO Scientific Oversight Committee,..
Read MoreAn International Survey of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Education and Credentialing Practices
Abstract Background: The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has grown rapidly over the past decades because of evolving indications, advances in circuit technology, and encouraging results from modern trials. Because..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Although extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an integral part of a robust cardiogenic shock program, it is associated with high mortality. The optimal strategy for weaning from ECMO is..
Read MoreAbstract Infection is one of the most frequent complications in the management of ECMO patients. Although there are several studies demonstrating the role of ECMO in patients with pre-existing sepsis,..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Extubation while receiving V-V ECMO is being considered earlier for patients with respiratory failure. This can facilitate early mobilization, participation in physical therapy, and reduce the potential consequences of..
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