Abstract Objectives Intra-device thrombosis remains one of the most common complications during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Despite anticoagulation, approximately 35% of patients develop thrombi in the membrane oxygenator, pump heads,..
Read MoreAbstract Selecting patients most likely to benefit from venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) to treat refractory drug-induced cardiovascular shock remains a difficult challenge for physicians. This study reported short-term..
Read MoreAbstract Cardiogenic shock and cardiac arrest contribute pre-dominantly to mortality in acute cardiovascular care. Here, veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has emerged as an established therapeutic option for patients suffering..
Read MoreAbstract A study published in March 2022 evaluated complications and in-hospital mortality in patients treated with Venovenous (VV) ECMO based on cannula locations and transport mode. The manuscript, written by..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction It remains unclear whether patients who will not accept allogeneic blood transfusion can be managed successfully with veno-arterial (V-A) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The objective of our study..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose of the review The aim of this review is to present the latest evidence regarding the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of nosocomial infections during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is increasingly being used for patients with severe respiratory failure and has received particular attention during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Evidence from two..
Read MoreAbstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been used increasingly for cardiopulmonary rescue. Despite recent advances however, post-cardiotomy shock (PCS)-ECMO survival remains comparatively poor. We sought to evaluate outcomes and..
Read MoreAbstract In appropriately selected patients with COVID-19 acute respiratory distress syndrome, venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) may offer a promising bridge to lung recovery or lung transplantation if lung recovery..
Read MoreAbstract Background In 2020, the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization education task force identified seven extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) educational domains that would benefit from international collaborative efforts. These included research..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose of review Surgery is an important option to consider in patients with massive and submassive pulmonary emboli. Earlier intervention, better patient selection, improved surgical techniques and the use of..
Read MoreAbstract Thrombosis in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuits remains a frequent complication. We characterize the location, extent, structure, and clinical implications of thrombi in 53 ECMO circuits from 46 pediatric patients...
Read MoreAbstract Background Severe COVID-19 induced acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) often requires extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Recent German health insurance data revealed low ICU survival rates. Patient characteristics and experience..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal hemoadsorption with the CytoSorb adsorber is increasingly being used during the past years. The use in combination with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is feasible, but frequency of its use and..
Read MoreAbstract First described early in the pandemic, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-associated fulminant myocarditis can present with arrhythmias and cardiogenic shock, but may be treatable with mechanical circulatory support, such as..
Read MoreAbstract Background The rates, outcomes, and long-term trends of stroke complicating the use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) have been inconsistently reported. We compared the outcomes of pediatric ECMO patients..
Read MoreAbstract Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is used in cardiogenic shock refractory to inotropic support and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) support. Peripheral ECMO can lead to ventricular distention, and IABP..
Read MoreAbstract Early preterm birth < 34 gestational weeks (GA) and birth weight (BW) <2 kg are relative contraindications for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). However, with improved technology, ECMO is presently managed..
Read MoreAbstract During refractory cardiogenic shock and cardiac arrest, veno‑arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA‑ECMO) is used to restore a circulatory output. However, it also impacts significantly arterial oxygenation. Recentguidelines of the..
Read MoreAbstract Hematological malignancies (HM) have been, until recently, viewed as contraindications to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) due to bleeding and infectious complications. However, conflicting literature regarding whether ECMO should be..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Left ventricular distension is a major concern with postcardiotomy veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) supporting a critical heart failure after cardiac surgery. This porcine study evaluates the effects..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is associated with significant mortality. Provision of high-quality end-of-life (EOL) care for patients supported on ECMO entails specific physiological, pharmacological, and technical considerations. Limited guidance..
Read MoreAbstract Background: The optimal monitoring strategy for anticoagulation management in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) remains a clinical controversy. The Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Anticoagulation Guidelines suggest that multiple anticoagulation assays..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives To evaluate the clinical outcomes and perioperative complications associated with complete percutaneous decannulation of femoral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) with the MANTA closure device. Methods This is..
Read MoreAbstract Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) accounts for 10% of ICU admissions and affects 3 million patients each year. Despite decades of research, it is still associated with one of..
Read MoreAbstract Identify complications related to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in the literature and map the nursing diagnoses in the face of this problem. Methodology: An integrative review study with a descriptive..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a supportive therapy used in the most severe forms of acute respiratory distress syndrome. Due to its intrinsic complexity and relatively low annual..
Read MoreAbstract Background Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) therapy for respiratory failure is an increasingly popular modality of support. Patient selection is an important aspect of outcome success. This review assesses the..
Read MoreAbstract Background (ECMO) is a resource-intense modality of care whose use has grown exponentially. We examined volume and utilization trends to identify the financial break-even point that might serve to..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose To describe bleeding and thrombotic events and their risk factors in patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and to evaluate their impact..
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