Abstract Background Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a commonly used in refractory cardiogenic shock (CS) but may exacerbate left ventricular (LV) loading conditions and impair cardiac energetics. Adjunctive LV..
Read MoreIntroduction Refractory cardiogenic shock (RCS) is a life-threatening condition where the heart fails to supply adequate blood flow to the body's organs, despite maximal medical therapy. It is a major..
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