Abstract To explore whether reducing airflow and maintaining blood flow can improve the success rate of the apnea test (AT) and whether two auxiliary test strategies can improve the completion..
Read MoreAbstract Background Intraoperative venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) is becoming the most common mode of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) in lung transplantation (LTx). We compared rates of primary graft..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) serves as a vital therapy for refractory severe respiratory and circulatory failure. With its expanding application in China and the heightened demand for high-quality medical..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) use during liver transplantation is a complex and evolving aspect of critical care. This retrospective analysis presents the largest North American case series to date,..
Read MoreAbstract In clinical extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), prolonged blood residence time in oxygenators can lead to thrombus formation and complications. Heparin-based bioactive coatings are commonly used for anticoagulation, but prolonged..
Read MoreAbstract Aim and objectives To develop an extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) training program for intensive care unit (ICU) nurses and assessing the impact of the training on the knowledge and..
Read MoreAbstract Background: The use of VA extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for cardiac recovery is widely adopted, with extensive publications on assessing readiness to wean from VA ECMO. Techniques to reduce..
Read MoreAbstract Cirrhosis was previously listed in Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) guidelines as an absolute contraindication for venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) and has since been removed. Minimal data..
Read MoreAbstract Normothermic regional perfusion (NRP) is an effective method for recovering donation after circulatory death (DCD) organs. However, concerns remain that NRP may allow unintended cerebral perfusion despite clamping of..
Read MoreAbstract The impact of common hemoglobinopathies, such as sickle cell trait (SCT), on outcomes in adults requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) remains understudied. Extracorporeal Life Support Organization registry data was..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Femoral veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is used as an ultima ratio to maintain circulation in patients with refractory cardiorespiratory failure, but is also associated with vascular and..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is utilized in critically ill neonates with severe cardiopulmonary failure. Hemolysis is a potential complication and is associated with significantly increased morbidity and mortality...
Read MoreAbstract Background Active mechanical circulatory support (MCS) is associated with high complication rates. Reducing device-related complications may improve outcomes in patients with infarct-related cardiogenic shock (AMI-CS). This study aims to..
Read MoreAbstract Background Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is often used for lung rest in critically ill patients, including pregnant patients. Objectives We aimed to determine how pregnant and non-pregnant patients..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving cardiopulmonary support for patients with acute heart failure. However, the process of weaning from veno-arterial (V-A) ECMO remains complex and risky. We..
Read MoreSimulation-Based Education for Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation and Strategies for Implementation
Abstract Simulation-based education (SBE) in health care is expanding in both scope and relevance. As on-the-job training is challenging in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), SBE features strongly in its curricula,..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives To evaluate the effectiveness of levosimendan in promoting weaning from veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) in patients with refractory cardiogenic shock through a meta-analysis of clinical trials. Design Systematic review..
Read MoreAbstract This study analyzed the outcomes of neonates undergoing a second run of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) to determine whether there is a benefit to a repeated run. We used..
Read MoreAbstract This review examines the clinical data and basic science research to evaluate the potential of the Selective Cytopheretic Device (SCD) in mitigating Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)-associated inflammation. In brief,..
Read MoreAbstract Decisions regarding veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (vv-ECMO) in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) are often based solely on clinical and physiological parameters, which may insufficiently reflect severity..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives: To evaluate the relationship between the duration of pre-extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) mechanical ventilation and mortality in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients undergoing venovenous ECMO. Design: Retrospective..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) supports patients with severe refractory cardiac or respiratory failure but managing residual circuit blood after weaning lacks consensus. After decannulation, the oxygenator and circuit retain..
Read MoreOrgan Donation after Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: Clinical and Ethical Perspectives
Abstract Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) has evolved into a life-saving therapy for select cardiac arrest patients, yet a growing body of evidence suggests it also holds promise as a bridge..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose of review This review addresses the growing concern over nosocomial infections in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and/or continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT). As the use of..
Read MoreAbstract IMPORTANCE: Physical therapy (PT) interventions for patients supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is thought to help preserve independence, but the impact of PT frequency on ECMO recovery is..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose To summarize the currently available evidence regarding the effectiveness and safety of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) cannulation performed by intensivists. Methods We conducted a systematic search of MEDLINE,..
Read MoreAbstract Cytokine hemoadsorption therapy has been proposed to reduce inflammation in patients with hyperinflammation. However, the clinical benefit of cytokine hemoadsorption therapy during venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is..
Read MoreAbstract Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a rare and severe malformation that can lead to life-threatening postnatal physiological challenges which may require lifesaving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support, sometimes more..
Read MoreAbstract Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) is a life-saving organ support for patients with severe respiratory failure. One of the possible complications involves cannula positioning, but the literature has..
Read MoreAbstract Weaning from veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) and determining the optimal timing for liberation from mechanical circulatory support (MCS) remain critical yet complex. Although multiple weaning protocols exist,..
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