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Hemodynamic Considerations of Distal Perfusion Catheters With Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Dynamic Mock Loop Study

Abstract There are conflicting clinical data on whether the use of a distal perfusion catheter (DPC) is beneficial for reducing the risk of limb ischemia in peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane..

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Predictors of Mortality in Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Regardless of Early Left Ventricular Unloading: A National Experience

Abstract Objective The use of an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) has been suggested to unload the left ventricle while on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) for cardiogenic shock (CS), leading..

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Predictors of successful weaning from veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO): A systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) use to support patients in cardiac failure is increasing. Despite this increased use, predicting successful weaning from ECMO can be challenging, no..

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High-Granularity Machine Learning Prediction of Acute Brain Injury in Patients Receiving Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Acute brain injury (ABI) is prevalent among patients undergoing venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) and significantly impact recovery. Early prediction of ABI could enable timely interventions to prevent adverse..

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Bloodless lung transplantation: Comparison between 2 central venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation anticoagulation strategies and their impact on lung transplant outcomes

Abstract 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..

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Multistage Jugular Cannulation: A Case Series of Leaving the Femoral Vein Behind in Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Superior vena cava drainage during venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) may reduce access insufficiency and differential oxygenation and is typically achieved via the femoral approach. Direct multistage jugular cannulation may be..

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Venoarterial (VA) ECMO

  Faten Farid Awdallah:  [gallery ids="49616"]     Critical care consultants at king Abdullah medical city, holly capital. Critical care ass professor at national heart institute, Egypt

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Leveraging pediatric veno-arterial extra corporeal membrane oxygenation parameters to identify early risk factors for mortality

Abstract Objective Pediatric Veno-Arterial Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VA ECMO) can be a lifesaving technology; however, it is associated with high mortality. A successful VA ECMO course requires attention to..

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The Role of Venoarterial Ecmo in the Management of Sepsis-Induced Cardiomyopathy and Refractory Shock: An Analytic Review

Abstract Sepsis-induced cardiomyopathy is a severe complication seen in patients with refractory septic shock, characterized by cardiac dysfunction due to an overwhelming inflammatory response secondary to infection. Despite its reversible..

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ECPella 5+ in Patients With Cardiogenic Shock: Potential for Improved Outcomes

Abstract The use of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) for temporary mechanical circulatory support (MCS) is a common treatment in patients with cardiogenic shock (CS) but is associated with high..

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Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Better Pressor

Abstract PROFOUND HYPOTENSION AND end-organ hypoperfusion are most often the consequence of inadequate systemic blood flow from primary cardiac failure (cardiogenic shock) or hemorrhage (hemorrhagic shock). However, profound hypotension may..

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Long-Term Functional Outcomes in the First 12 Months After VA-ECMO in Adult Patients: A Prospective, Multicenter Study

Abstract BACKGROUND: Long-term outcomes and quality of life have been identified as core patient-centered outcomes for venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) research. The aim of this study is to investigate..

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Comparison of Hemodynamic Circulation in Pulsatile and Nonpulsatile Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Systems Using an In-Vitro Heart Model

Abstract This study conducts an in-vitro experiment using a mock circulation system that mimics human circulation to assess the veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) system. This study aims to compare the hemodynamic..

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Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Better Pressor

Introduction Profound hypotension and end-organ hypoperfusion is most often a consequence of inadequate systemic blood flow from primary cardiac failure (cardiogenic shock) or hemorrhage (hemorrhagic shock). However, profound hypotension may..

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Postcardiotomy extracorporeal membrane oxygenation after elective, urgent, and emergency cardiac operations: Insights from the PELS observational study

Abstract Background Outcomes in cardiac surgery are influenced by surgical priority, with higher mortality in emergency cases. Whether this applies to postcardiotomy venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) remains unknown...

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An Unexpected Cause of Fever After Weaning From Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (vaECMO): A Case Report

Abstract Fever following decannulation from extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) poses diagnostic challenges. While infectious causes and thrombosis are typically considered, rare etiologies may be overlooked. We report the case of..

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Take a Deep Breath: Operating Room Extubation After Bilateral Lung Transplantation on Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract 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..

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Cholesterol levels as a predictive marker for ICU survival in patients with cardiogenic shock supported by VenoArterial ExtraCorporeal membrane oxygenation

Abstract Background Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Life Support (VA ECMO) is a critical intervention for patients with cardiogenic shock, serving as bridge to recovery, transplantation, or long-term therapies. The complexity of VA..

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The effectiveness of NIRS technology to the early diagnosis of lower limb ischemia in patients on peripheral VA ECMO: A…

Abstract Background Acute lower limb ischemia is a major complication of peripheral venoarterial ECMO, significantly impacting patient outcomes and survival rates. Traditional methods for assessing limb perfusion, such as physical..

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Effect of Structural Changes in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Return Cannulas on Hemodynamic Performance and Blood Damage Associated with Cannulation

Abstract Purpose This study aimed to investigate the effects of different arterial cannula models on hemodynamic performance and blood damage associated with femoral artery cannulation in venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation..

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Does Levosimendan hasten veno-arterial ECMO weaning? A propensity score matching analysis

Abstract Background Preliminary evidence from small, single-center studies suggests levosimendan may improve the likelihood of successful venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) weaning in patients with cardiogenic shock. However, the literature..

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A Retrospective Analysis of the Effects of Concomitant Use of Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) and Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (va-ECMO)…

Abstract Background/Objectives: Brain ischemia is a frequent complication in patients undergoing veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (va-ECMO) therapy due to hypoperfusion, low oxygenation, and thromboembolism. While concomitant intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) therapy..

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Flow Mode-Dependent Regulation of von Willebrand Factor Degradation in Mechanical Circulatory Support

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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Increased VA-ECMO Pump Speed Reduces Left Atrial Pressure: Insights from a Novel Biventricular Heart Model

Abstract Background and aims:  The effect of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) on left atrial pressure (LAP) in the presence of interventricular interaction and the Frank–Starling mechanism is unknown. We..

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Vascular Closure Device vs Open Decannulation for Femoral Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Background Traditional decannulation of femoral venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) involves femoral cutdown. Percutaneous methods have been developed, but data supporting their use are limited. This study sought..

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Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Therapy in Patients with Sickle Cell Disease: Case Series and Review for Intensive Care Physicians

Abstract Sickle cell disease (SCD) is associated with substantial morbidity and early mortality in afflicted adults. Cardiopulmonary complications that occur at increased frequency in SCD such as pulmonary embolism, pulmonary..

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Characteristics and risk factors of delirium in patients on veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation

Abstract Purpose Sparse data exist on delirium in VA-ECMO. We aim to describe the characteristics, risk factors, and outcomes of delirium in VA-ECMO. Methods We retrospectively reviewed adults’s electronic medical..

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Fluid management in adult patients undergoing venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: A scoping review

Abstract Background The use of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) as a cardiocirculatory support has tremendously increased in critically ill patients. Although fluid therapy is an essential component of the..

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Capillary refill time and tissue oxygen saturation as factors influencing lower limb ischemia in VA-ECMO: a case-control study

Abstract Background and objectives Venous-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a pivotal means for rapid cardiopulmonary support, yet it may result in lower limb ischemia. This study aims to explore..

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Kidney Injury under Diminished Pulsatile Flow Induced by V-A ECMO in Sheep

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is commonly used for critically ill patients and associated with high rates of kidney injury and mortality. This study aimed to assess the impact of..

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