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Predictors of Bleeding Complications After Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: Insights From the SAVE-J II Study

Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR), an emerging resuscitative therapy following refractory cardiac arrests, is associated with hemorrhagic complications that potentially affect patient outcomes. Objectives This study evaluated the risks..

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Racial differences in cardiac arrest survival: insights from Minnesota metro data and the University of Minnesota extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation cohort

Abstract Aims The study explores the association between race, survival and neurological outcomes among out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients listed in Minnesota metro and the University of Minnesota Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary..

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Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation vs. conventional cardiopulmonary resuscitation: an in-depth look into short- and long-term neurological outcomes

Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR) is a new approach for cardiac arrest management and is regarded as a possible alternative for conventional cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cCPR). Aim Our systematic review..

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Effects of therapeutic hypothermia on brain function in a refractory cardiac arrest model treated with extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Abstract Background Cardiac arrest (CA) remains a leading cause of mortality and long-term neurological disability. In cases of refractory CA, extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) may be implemented as a salvage..

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Training of Emergency Medicine Residents to Initiate Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (ECPR)

Abstract Background The objective of our study was to evaluate the ability of Emergency Medicine (EM) physicians who have completed an accelerated extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) course and mannequin training..

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Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation: what does the future hold for out of hospital cardiac arrest? A narrative review and critical appraisal…

Abstract The use of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) has risen exponentially worldwide. Following favorable observational studies, randomized controlled trials yielded conflicting results in patients with out of hospital cardiac arrest..

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Survival on the clock: rethinking where and how we deliver ECPR

Abstract Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) is the only therapy capable of rescuing patients from refractory cardiac arrest, but its effectiveness is critically dependent on time to reperfusion. The system proposed..

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Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Organ Donation: A Modified Delphi Study Exploring Cumulative Impact Index Feasibility

Abstract Although the goal of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) remains survival with meaningful neurologic recovery, secondary contribution to organ donation is increasingly recognized. We identified standardized outcome metrics for quality..

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Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Cardiac Arrest Associated to Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome: A Case Report

Abstract Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare, life-threatening hypermetabolic reaction to dopamine-antagonist drugs that may progress to profound rhabdomyolysis, extreme hyperkalemia, and cardiac arrest (CA). Evidence guiding extracorporeal cardiopulmonary..

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Ethical Considerations for Patients Requiring Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Abstract Immediate recognition of cardiac arrest and the initiation of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can significantly improve survival chances. The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation during CPR (eCPR) could further enhance..

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Is body mass index associated with hypoxic-ischemic brain injury risk in extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation?

Abstract Aim To characterize the impact of BMI (body mass index) on HIBI (hypoxic-ischemic brain injury) in patients receiving ECPR, with the hypothesis that elevated BMI is associated with increased..

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Anticoagulation-free strategy within the first 24 h of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation in refractory cardiac arrest patients: a retrospective cohort study

Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR), involving VA-ECMO during refractory cardiac arrest, has been linked to improved outcomes. While systemic anticoagulation is commonly used to prevent circuit thrombosis, bleeding and..

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Hydrogen’s Feasibility and Safety as a Therapy in Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (Hydrogen-FAST): study protocol for a trial of inhaled hydrogen…

Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) improves survival for patients experiencing refractory cardiac arrest but is often associated with severe ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI). Hydrogen gas (H2) has demonstrated promising preclinical..

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Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation versus conventional CPR in cardiac arrest: an updated meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis

Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) may reduce mortality and improve neurological outcomes in patients with cardiac arrest. We updated our existing meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis to further evaluate..

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Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation in trauma patients: An analysis of the ELSO registry

Abstract Background Cardiac arrest in trauma patients can occur from traumatic or non-traumatic aetiologies. Traditionally, trauma has been regarded a contraindication for extracorporeal life support, particularly extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR)...

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Implementing lean six sigma to optimize emergency extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation process management

Abstract Objective The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of lean six sigma management in optimizing the emergency extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) rescue process. Methods The existing..

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Incidence, Risk Factors, and Outcomes of Seizures in Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Patients: An Analysis of the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization…

Abstract Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) for refractory cardiac arrest is increasing in usage, but risk factors for seizures are largely unknown. We included adult ECPR patients in the Extracorporeal Life..

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Outcomes and Prognostic Markers in Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: 10-Year Experience from a Rural Tertiary Care Center

Abstract Background: Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR) is a method for initiation of cardiopulmonary bypass during resuscitation of a patient with refractory cardiac arrest to support end-organ perfusion. This retrospective study evaluates..

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Impact of Body Mass Index on Stroke in Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: Data from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Registry

Abstract Objective: We aimed to characterize the impact of body mass index (BMI) on stroke in patients receiving extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR).    Methods: We queried the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization registry..

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Back to life – Defining long term outcomes after prehospital extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Abstract Four randomized trials published between 2020 and 2023 compared extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) to conventional cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the controversial findings of the last one, the INCEPTION trial triggered great..

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Inserting a VA-ECMO cannula through an inferior vena cava filter during extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Abstract Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has been utilized to treat massive pulmonary embolism (PE) accompanied by cardiac arrest or refractory cardiogenic shock. Our team opted for a femoral-femoral approach..

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A qualitative analysis of physician decision making in the use of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation for refractory cardiac arrest

Abstract Aim of Study To prepare for the design of future  of  cardioupulmonary resuscitation (ECPR), we sought to understand physician beliefs regarding the use of ECPR and subsequent management, among physicians who..

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The association of modifiable mechanical ventilation settings, blood gas changes and survival on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for cardiac arrest

Abstract Research question Given the relative independence of ventilator settings from gas exchange and plasticity of blood gas values during extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR), do mechanical ventilation parameters and blood..

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A review of ECMO for cardiac arrest

Abstract Cardiac arrest is an important public health concern, affecting an estimated 356,500 people in the out-of-hospital setting and 209,000 people in the in-hospital setting each year. The causes of..

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Repeat Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support Is Appropriate in Selected Children With Cardiac Disease: An Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Study

Abstract Objective: Children requiring multiple consecutive extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) runs likely have ongoing cardiac pathology (eg, residual lesions, myocardial dysfunction) and are exposed to increased complications and end-organ failure...

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Repeat Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support Is Appropriate in Selected Children With Cardiac Disease: An Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Study

Abstract Objective: Children requiring multiple consecutive extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) runs likely have ongoing cardiac pathology (eg, residual lesions, myocardial dysfunction) and are exposed to increased complications and end-organ failure...

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Impact of left ventricular unloading using a peripheral Impella®-pump in eCPR patients

Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR) is a rapidly growing treatment strategy due to increasing survival rates in selected patients. Additional left ventricular mechanical unloading, using a transfemoral micro-axial blood..

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Protocolized Whole-Body Computed Tomography Imaging After Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Cannulation for Cardiac Arrest

Abstract Evaluate the utility of whole-body computed tomography (WBCT) imaging in detecting clinically significant findings in patients who have undergone extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) cannulation for cardiac arrest (extracorporeal cardiopulmonary..

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Average mean arterial pressure in the first 6 hours of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the prediction of the prognosis of neurological…

Abstract Objective: To study the correlation between the mean arterial pressure (MAP) level in the first 6 hours of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) and patients’ neurological outcomes. Methods: Sex, age, basic..

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Peripheral cannulation for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation yields superior neurologic outcomes in adult patients who experienced cardiac arrest following cardiac surgery

Abstract Background: Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) for refractory cardiac arrest has improved mortality in post-cardiac surgery patients; however, loss of neurologic function remains one of the main and devastating complications...

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