Tags Archives: mechanical circulatory support

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Abstract Background We sought to describe trends and outcomes of mechanical circulatory support (MCS) use in acute myocardial infarction and cardiogenic shock (AMI-CS) patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)...

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Abstract Acute brain injury (ABI) affects up to one-third of patients using mechanical circulatory support (MCS). In venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO), ABI incidence (11%-40%) has not improved in..

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Abstract Background Post-cardiotomy cardiogenic shock (PCCS) remains one of the most lethal complications of cardiac surgery, with high in-hospital mortality despite major improvements in operative techniques, and intensive care management...

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Abstract Background Cardiogenic shock (CS) is a severe complication of ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) with high mortality despite advancements in treatment. Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices, such as extracorporeal membrane..

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Abstract Background Landmark randomized controlled trials like DanGer Shock, IABP-SHOCK II, and ECLS-SHOCK guide infarct-related cardiogenic shock (CS) management with temporary mechanical circulatory support (tMCS), but strict enrollment criteria may..

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Abstract A less invasive paracorporeal single port pulsatile ventricular assist device (sppVAD) was developed for cardiogenic shock. This compact sppVAD includes a valved single lumen cannula (VSLC), valveless single port..

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Abstract Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices are standard therapy for advanced heart failure, but modern systems lack standardized methods for setting critical parameters such as rotational speed and flow rate...

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Abstract The 19th International Conference on Pediatric Mechanical Circulatory Support Systems and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Perfusion took place on May 16 and 17, 2025, at the InRad Events Center of the..

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Abstract Shear-induced platelet activation and receptor shedding in mechanical circulatory support (MCS) paradoxically increase risks of thrombosis and bleeding. Although flow cytometry commonly assesses platelet activation and receptor expression, correlations..

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Abstract Background The association between sex and cardiovascular risk and different responses to heart failure therapies is well established. However, sex related outcomes of different types of short-term mechanical circulatory..

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Abstract Introduction Heparin induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) with in paediatric population is rare and subsequent anticoagulation management is challenging. Bivalirudin is a viable alternative to heparin for anticoagulating paediatric patients with..

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Abstract Mechanical circulatory support devices (MCSDs) have revolutionized the management of advanced heart failure and critical cardiopulmonary conditions. These devices, categorized into temporary and long-term systems, provide crucial circulatory and..

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Abstract Background/Objectives: Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) is increasingly utilized for the management of acute decompensated heart failure (HF) and cardiogenic shock (CS). The primary goals of MCS are to restore systemic..

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Abstract Perioperative low cardiac output syndrome (LCOS) remains a significant complication in adult cardiac surgery, contributing to substantial morbidity, prolonged intensive care, and increased mortality. Its incidence is expected to..

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Abstract Perioperative low cardiac output syndrome (LCOS) remains a significant complication in adult cardiac surgery, contributing to substantial morbidity, prolonged intensive care, and increased mortality. Its incidence is expected to..

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Abstract Background Active mechanical circulatory support (MCS) is associated with high complication rates. Reducing device-related complications may improve outcomes in patients with infarct-related cardiogenic shock (AMI-CS). This study aims to..

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Abstract This review traces the evolution of centrifugal blood pumps in mechanical circulatory support (MCS) systems. Initially met with concerns over blood damage and thrombus formation, centrifugal pumps have become..

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Abstract Background The identification, triage, and management of cardiogenic shock (CS) are complex and resource intensive, particularly given the recent surge in the use of temporary mechanical circulatory support (tMCS)..

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Abstract Cardiogenic shock (CS) is a state of critical end-organ hypoperfusion caused by primary cardiac failure, in which the heart cannot generate sufficient output despite adequate preload and is associated..

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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..

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Abstract OBJECTIVES In cardiac surgery patients, acute kidney injury (AKI) frequently occurs in the setting of haemodynamic instability and treatment with temporary mechanical circulatory support (tMCS). Recent evidence suggests amino..

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Abstract While iterative developments have improved outcomes of patients with myocardial infarction, mortality in patients with acute myocardial infarction cardiogenic shock (AMI-CS) remains stubbornly high. Several promising treatments have ultimately..

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Abstract Cardiogenic shock (CS) in acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is a life-threatening syndrome characterized by systemic hypoperfusion that can quickly progress to multiorgan failure and death. Various devices and configurations..

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Abstract Background Clinical evidence regarding predictors of successful weaning from mechanical circulatory support (MCS) is lacking. This study aimed to create a simple risk score to predict successful weaning from..

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Abstract Background Among patients reliant on continuous-flow (CF) mechanical circulatory support devices, bleeding is primarily caused by an acquired von Willebrand factor (vWF) deficiency, precipitated by the high shear stress..

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Abstract 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...

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Overview SCAI’s eBook on Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) provides an in-depth, structured approach to understanding cardiogenic shock and the use of MCS devices. Organized into five sections, the eBook covers..

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Abstract Cardiogenic shock represents a critical condition in which the heart is unable to maintain adequate circulation leading to insufficient tissue perfusion and end-organ failure. Temporary mechanical circulatory support offers..

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Abstract In recent years, there has been an increased utilization of temporary mechanical circulatory support (tMCS) in patients with cardiogenic shock (CS), with many transitioning to recovery or advanced therapies..

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Abstract Cardiogenic shock is a complex and diverse pathological condition characterized by reduced myocardial contractility. The goal of treatment of cardiogenic shock is to improve abnormal hemodynamics and maintain adequate..