Abstract Objective To compare the incidence of bleeding and between adult venoarterial (VA) (ECMO) patients managed with an (ACT)-guided heparin protocol and activated (aPTT) protocol. Design . Setting Tertiary care, academic medical center...
Read MoreAbstract This review summarizes the European rules to control the market when introducing new products. In particular, it shows all the steps to achieve the European Conformity (CE Mark), a..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction: The acute surgical treatment of infective endocarditis (IE) carries a high risk of postoperative mortality. Most complications are linked to uncontrolled sepsis and inflammatory processes. Cytokine haemoadsorption is..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an emerging tool for supporting cardiopulmonary function in patients with cardiorespiratory failure or arrest. The oxygenator of the ECMO circuit requires effective oxygenation and..
Read MoreAbstract The use of ECMO for cardiovascular support continues to increase in the United States and around the world. It is not a benign endeavor as serious complications may occur...
Read MoreAbstract Introduction/Aim: The patient’s condition and high-risk nature of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) therapy force clinical services to ensure clinicians are properly trained and always ready to deal effectively with..
Read MoreBackground (CPB) and membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are used to facilitate in standard cardiac surgery and emergency intervention, but CPB and ECMO are not used routinely in involving the and major vessels. The primary aim..
Read MoreAbstract Differential hypoxia and the arterial mixing zone are two important factors in managing peripheral veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). With the aim of improving perfusion to the aortic arch..
Read MoreIntroduction Identifying patients who are ready for weaning and liberation from veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is challenging in clinical practice. Compared to the several trials addressing the safety and..
Read MoreIntroduction In the last decade, primarily following the H1N1 pandemics [], the extracorporeal respiratory assist is increasingly used [, ]. The acronym “ECMO”, i.e., ExtraCorporeal Membrane Oxygenation, is, however, somehow misleading..
Read MoreAbstract Background Extracorporeal life support (ECLS) has become an integral part of modern intensive therapy. The choice of support mode depends largely on the indication. Patients with respiratory failure are..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal life support (ECLS, also known as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation or ECMO) emerged in the 1970s as a potentially useful life-support therapy for refractory cardiac or respiratory failure in..
Read MoreAbstract Recent advances in ECLS technology have led to the adoption of centrifugal pumps for the majority of patients worldwide. Despite several advantages of centrifugal pumps, they remain controversial because..
Read MoreTrends From 2002 to 2017 Extracorporeal life support (ECLS) has grown in its application since its first clinical description in the 1970s. The technology has been used to support a..
Read MoreAbstract Background We describe implementation, evaluate performance, and report outcomes from the first program serving an entire metropolitan area designed to rapidly deliver extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)-facilitated resuscitation to patients..
Read MoreAbstract OBJECTIVES Post-cardiotomy cardiogenic shock (PCCS) results in substantial morbidity and mortality, whereas refractory cases require mechanical circulatory support (MCS). The aim of the study was to compare extracorporeal membrane..
Read MoreAbstract This article seeks to understand whether a volume–outcome relationship exists in adult extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). We examined primary administrative discharge data from the Pennsylvanian Health Care Cost Containment..
Read MoreAbstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is increasingly used in resuscitation of critically ill patients with documented improved survival. Few studies describe ECMO use in cardiogenic shock. This study examines..
Read MoreAbstract Background Since the 2009 pandemic influenza, we have nationally established a committee of the extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) project. This project involves adequate respiratory management for severe respiratory failure..
Read MoreAbstract Veno-venous (VV) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is the most efficient technique for respiratory support. It is based on a patient adequate circulation and cardiac function and it is indicated..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is considered a recognized lifesaving support for patients with cardiorespiratory failure. Acute kidney injury (AKI) and fluid overload are significant morbidity factors resulting in serious..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving technique that is widely being used in centers throughout the world. However, there is a paucity of literature surrounding the mechanisms affecting..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) provides respiratory and hemodynamic support to pediatric patients in severe cardiac failure. We aim to identify risk factors associated with poorer outcomes in..
Read MoreAbstract Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is typified morphologically by failure of diaphragmatic development with accompanying lung hypoplasia and persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN). Patients who have labile physiology..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been used increasingly for both respiratory and cardiac failure in adult patients. Indications for ECMO use in cardiac failure include severe refractory cardiogenic shock,..
Read MoreAbstract The use of venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is increasing worldwide. These patients often require noncardiac surgery. In the perioperative period, preoperative assessment, patient transport, choice of anesthetic type, drug..
Read MoreAbstract OBJECTIVES Left-sided unloading during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) therapy is crucial to prevent pulmonary oedema and facilitate ventricular recovery. We present the case of a 55-year-old man under ECMO..
Read MoreAbstract A morbidly obese middle aged woman in her 40’s presented to another hospital with methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus pneumonia and subsequently developed severe acute respiratory distress syndrome. Her oxygenation..
Read MoreAbstract Patients supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) often receive renal replacement therapy (RRT). We conducted this systematic review and meta-analysis (between January 2000 and September 2020) to assess outcomes..
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