Abstract Background: This study aims to assess the outcomes and complications of patients who received veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) support after cardiac surgery at..
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Abstract Postcardiotomy shock (PCS) is an uncommon and life-threatening . (ECMO) is the first line of mechanical for treating PCS when medical therapies are insufficient. Reaching a “therapeutic ceiling” or a “bridge to..
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Abstract Postcardiotomy shock (PCS) has historically been associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. Mortality at discharge is reportedly more than 60%. We investigated the outcomes of our standardized approach to..
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Abstract Background Venoarterial (VA) (ECMO) application in postcardiotomy shock (PCS) and non-PCS is increasing. VA-ECMO plays a critical role in the management of these patients, yet may be associated with serious..
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