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Critical hematological parameters in bleeding during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support

Abstract Bleeding complications are frequently observed in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and are associated with increased mortality. Due to the complex mechanisms, managing bleeding during ECMO remains a challenge...

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Comprehensive secondary analysis of thrombotic events in pediatric patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: A prospective cohort study

Abstract Introduction This study aims to describe laboratory and clinical factors associated with thrombotic events during prolonged pediatric extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Methods A secondary analysis of a multi-center prospective study..

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Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in Cardiotoxic Drug-Induced Cardiogenic Shock: A Systematic Narrative Review

Abstract Background: Severe poisoning can lead to catastrophic cardiovascular collapse, often progressing to multiorgan failure and death. While intensive supportive care and pharmacological intervention remain the cornerstone of management, cases of..

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Cycle ergometers in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation patient rehabilitation: A scoping review

Abstract Introduction The aim of this scoping review was to determine what evidence is available regarding the use of the cycle ergometer in the rehabilitation of adult patients undergoing extracorporeal..

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Near-Infrared Spectroscopy for Preventing Limb Ischemia in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Background Limb ischemia is a serious complication of venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), potentially resulting in amputation, rhabdomyolysis, or death. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of..

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Total thyroidectomy performed under general anesthesia with venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation during a thyroid storm: a case report

Abstract Thyroid storm (TS) is an endocrine emergency requiring aggressive medical management. In severe cases, hemodynamic instability may necessitate extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support as a bridge to definitive surgical..

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Redefining weaning in a VA ECMO: a case report on pump-controlled retrograde trial off

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is widely recognized as a life-saving measure. The use of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) is on the rise, serving as an effective mechanical..

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Visualizing Flow Dynamics in a Human Aorta During Peripheral Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Treatment Through Particle Image Velocimetry Study

Abstract Purpose To build a mock circulatory loop to simulate veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) haemodynamics using a patient-specific silicone aortic phantom and compare the flow dynamics for continuous..

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The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Intensive Care Nurses' Experience in Providing Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Care

Abstract To explore the challenges and describe the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on intensive care nurses' experience in providing ECMO care in a high-volume Australian ICU ECMO centre that..

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Heparin-free veno-venous ECMO for airway obstruction: A case report and review of literature

Abstract Rationale:  Life-threatening airway obstructions caused by tumors demand prompt and effective intervention. Traditional surgical methods are often complicated by bleeding risks, especially with the use of anticoagulation during extracorporeal..

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Machine Learning–Based First-Day Mortality Prediction for Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: The Novel RESCUE-24 Score

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) provides critical cardiac support, but predicting outcomes remains a challenge. We enrolled 1,748 adult venoarterial (VA)-ECMO patients at the National Taiwan University Hospital between 2010..

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Weight Categories Have no Impact on Mortality in Patients Treated with Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)

Abstract Background Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a critical support system for patients with acute and severe cardiac and respiratory failure. This study investigates the impact of different patient body..

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The effects of extracorporeal blood purification (oXiris®) in patients with cardiogenic shock who require VA-ECMO (CLEAN ECMO): a prospective, open-label,…

Abstract Background A systemic inflammatory response can contribute to poor outcomes in an advanced stage of cardiogenic shock (CS). We investigated the efficacy of extracorporeal endotoxin and cytokine adsorption using..

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Canonical flow structures formed in a diagonal pump used in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation

Abstract This study focuses on the fluid dynamics of a blood pump used in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). In ECMO, the patient's blood is pumped through a circuit composed of..

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Hospital-acquired infections in neonatal ECMO patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract To evaluate the impact of hospital-acquired infections ( HAIs ) on the prognosis of neonates treated with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and analyzing related prognostic indicators, we conducted a..

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Endovascular Management for Accidental Cannulation of the Left Ascending Lumbar Vein with an Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Catheter: A Case Report

Abstract The femoral vein is frequently used for central venous access during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Accidental cannulation of the ascending lumbar vein (ALV) during ECMO has rarely been reported...

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ECMO Use in Neonates with Hypoxic–Ischemic Encephalopathy

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an important rescue strategy for neonates with severe cardiorespiratory failure, yet its role in the management of hypoxic–ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) remains subject to debate...

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The effects of extracorporeal bloodpurification (oXiris®) in patientswith cardiogenic shock who require VA-ECMO.

Abstract Background A systemic inflammatory response can contribute to poor outcomes in an advanced stage of cardiogenic shock (CS). We investigated the efficacy of extracorporeal endotoxin and cytokine adsorption using..

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Characterizing Microbiome Changes in Veno-Venous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Case Report of Multidrug-Resistant Bacteremia

Abstract Microbiome analysis using metagenomics next-generation sequencing (mNGS) is rarely performed in patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Patient body sites were swabbed within 72 hours of ECMO cannulation and..

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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO): A narrative review for the emergency clinician

Abstract Introduction Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an established therapy that supports a patient in respiratory or cardiopulmonary failure to recovery, transplant, or durable mechanical support. Prompt referral by the..

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Rare complication of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation cannula misplacement into the hepatic vein: A case report Li K, Pan XJ, Liu…

Abstract BACKGROUND Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) is a lifesaving intervention for severe respiratory failure; however, its effectiveness depends on accurate cannulation-patients with anatomical variations present with significant challenges..

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Which cardiovascular monitoring on veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation

Abstract Purpose review  To discuss the hemodynamic monitoring techniques to quantify cardiac output, to assess the adequacy of perfusion, and to evaluate cardiac as well as pump preload and fluid..

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Cardiac index, SvO2 or pCO2 gap may determine benefit from ECMO in cardiogenic shock: post-hoc analysis of the multicenter,randomized ECMO-CS…

Abstract Background Immediate initiation of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has not demonstrated benefit in individuals diagnosed with cardiogenic shock based on the presence of hypotension. The relationship between other hemodynamic..

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Sequestration of Remimazolam and Midazolam in an In-Vitro Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Circuit

Abstract Midazolam is a commonly used sedative for patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). However, its long context-sensitive half-life is of concern. Remimazolam may be a suitable alternative. This study..

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Anticoagulate the Circuit, Not the Patient: Nitric Oxide Reduces Thrombus Formation During Extracorporeal Carbon Dioxide Removal

Abstract Solutions to reduce the need for systemic anticoagulation during extracorporeal life support would improve safety and utility. The study objective was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a..

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Impact of Obesity on Neurologic Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Objective To investigate the impact of body mass index (BMI) on neurologic outcomes in venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) Design Retrospective observational study Setting Single center Participants Adults Interventions..

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Investigating the dynamics of intracranial pressure and cerebral autoregulation during extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation using a porcine model

Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) has emerged as a promising intervention for refractory cardiac arrest, with potential benefits in survival and neurological outcomes. However, the impact of ECPR’s rapid,..

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Postcardiotomy extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in patients older than 70 years: Characteristics, outcomes, and variables associated with mortality

Abstract Objectives Age is the main determinant for mortality in patients requiring postcardiotomy extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (PC-ECMO), but strategies to reverse this trend are unknown. This study investigates PC-ECMO outcomes..

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Arterial CO2 Targets in Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation After Cardiac Arrest

Abstract After cardiac arrest, restoration of circulation is the first step toward survivorship. Extracorporeal CPR (ECPR), the use of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) to restore circulation, is increasingly being..

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Echocardiographic and Hemodynamic Effects of Intraaortic Balloon Pump in Patients with Cardiogenic Shock on Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract We investigated echocardiographic and hemodynamic effects of intraaortic balloon pump (IABP) in 26 patients with cardiogenic shock on veno-arterial membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO). Our study demonstrated an 8.1% increase..

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