Abstract Objective To discuss technical strategies and considerations to facilitate intraoperative extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) management during lung transplantation. Methods We review our institutional approach to the management of intraoperative..
Read MoreAbstract Poor or worsening functional status of lung transplant (LTx) candidates is a key risk factor for waitlist and post-transplant mortality. As more critically ill adults and children are listed..
Read MoreAbstract Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is the most commonly used mode of support in pre-lung transplant recipients. In patients who experience right ventricular dysfunction, venopulmonary ECMO is an excellent option..
Read MoreAbstract Objective To report differences between 2 anticoagulation protocols during venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) intraoperative support and their effects on outcomes after lung transplantation. Methods We performed a retrospective..
Read MoreAbstract IN PATIENTS UNDERGOING bilateral lung transplant (BLT), the use of planned intra- and postoperative venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is increasing. It has become the standard practice in many..
Read MoreAbstract Background There remains significant variability in the use of intraoperative mechanical circulatory support in lung transplantation. This report details our outcomes using elective cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) in lung transplantation...
Read MoreA complete advance series of lung procurement and usage of ex vivo lung perfusion technologies or device either in the presence of pulmonary thromboembolism. Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO..
Read MoreAbstract Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving technique in the armamentarium of critical care medicine. It involves extracorporeal blood circulation outside the body, providing temporary respiratory support while..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Lung transplantation has been evolving since its inception in 1963. Over recent years, literature has suggested a shift in the perioperative strategy of mechanical support toward extracorporeal membrane..
Read MoreAbstract Venovenous (VV) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) supports end-organ oxygen delivery in patients with refractory respiratory failure. Physical therapy (PT) while on ECMO provides conceptual benefits of strength and conditioning...
Read MoreAbstract Background: Lung transplantation (LTx) is a critical intervention for patients with end-stage lung disease. However, challenges such as donor organ scarcity and post-transplant complications significantly affect its success. Recent..
Read MoreAbstract Aim This meta-analysis aimed to compare the outcomes of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) in lung transplantation. Methods We searched PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases for..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Recently, there has been growing experience with utilizing a veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenator (VA ECMO) routinely during lung transplantation procedures. Yet, there is a lack of consensus on..
Read MoreAbstract The use of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) throughout the perioperative phase of lung transplantation requires nuanced planning and execution by an integrated team of multidisciplinary experts. To date, no..
Read MoreAbstract Importance Centralizing deceased organ donor management and organ recovery into donor care units (DCUs) may mitigate the critical organ shortage by positively impacting donation and recipient outcomes. Objective To compare donation..
Read MoreAbstract Background In lung transplantation (LTx) surgery, veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) can provide mechanical circulatory support to patients with cardiopulmonary failure. However, the use of heparin in the administration..
Read MoreAbstract Background: In lung transplantation surgery, extracorporeal life support (ECLS) is essential for safety. Various support methods, including cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and off-pump techniques, are used, with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)..
Read MoreAbstract Objective Lung transplantation remains limited by the shortage of healthy organs. Cross-circulation with a healthy swine recipient provides a durable physiologic environment to recover injured donor lungs. In a..
Read MoreAbstract A new, lightweight (2.3 kg), ambulatory pulmonary assist system (PAS) underwent preliminary evaluation in ambulatory sheep. The PAS was purposefully designed for long-term extracorporeal respiratory support for chronic lung..
Read MoreAbstract Objective The use of mechanical circulatory support (MCS) in lung transplantation has been steadily increasing over the prior decade, with evolving strategies for incorporating support in the preoperative, intraoperative,..
Read MoreAbstract In 2013, the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT) published the first official guidelines for implantable mechanical circulatory support (MCS) as commissioned by its Board of Directory...
Read MoreAbstract Objectives To determine if decreases in the Karnofsky Performance Score (KPS) while on the waitlist predict decreased survival after lung transplantation (LTx). Design A retrospective evaluation of the United..
Read MoreAbstract Lung transplantation (LTx) historically was performed with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) or Off-pump. Recent data suggest an increased interest in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) as perioperative circulatory support by many..
Read MoreAbstract According to a recent study designed to evaluate the efficacy and feasibility of lung transplantation for respiratory failure from COVID-19, transplantation can produce acceptable results if it is performed..
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Read MoreAbstract Perioperative allogeneic blood product transfusion is common in lung transplantation and has various implications on the short- and long-term outcomes of lung recipients. This review summarizes the effect of..
Read MoreAbstract The role of intraoperative mechanical support during lung transplantation (LTx) is essential to provide a safe hemodynamic and ventilatory status during critical intraoperative events. This hemodynamic and ventilatory stability..
Read MoreAbstract Since its advent in the 1990′s, ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) has been studied and implemented as a tool to evaluate the quality of a donor organ prior to..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives In patients with idiopathic pulmonary arterial hypertension, cardiac function can be impaired in the early after because the chronically untrained is prone to fail. Thus, restrictive fluid management is pivotal to..
Read MoreAbstract Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic fibrosis and usual interstitial pneumonia are three most common indications for lung transplantation (LuTx) in Poland. As a result of irreversible destruction of..
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