Tags Archives: ecmo

Perfusfind S.L.

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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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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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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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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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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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..

Perfusfind S.L.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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...

Perfusfind S.L.

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..

Perfusfind S.L.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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..