Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) provides temporary mechanical circulatory support for patients in refractory cardiogenic shock. Initiation of VA ECMO often results in increased left ventricular (LV) afterload as..
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“Extracorporeal Oxygenation and Coronavirus Disease 2019 Epidemic: Is the Membrane Fail-Safe to Cross Contamination?” - Tammy Sparacino Journal Club. Surfactant - John Ingram Knowledge Nuggets. Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)..
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Abstract Heart failure has become a global epidemic. For advanced heart failure, a broad assortment of device options have been introduced for both acute and prolonged intervals of assistance. Durable implantable (VADs)..
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Abstract Pump thrombosis is a dreaded complication of long-term implantable ventricular assist devices. No guidance exists regarding the diagnosis and management of this entity despite its significant morbidity. After considerable..
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