Abstract Differential oxygenation may complicate extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) either due to the initial pathology or subsequent lung injury. The dual circulation phenomenon inherent to peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) supports oxygenation and carbon dioxide (CO2) clearance in the short- or mid-term, and is traditionally utilized in severe, refractory respiratory failure. There is..
Read MoreAbstract Obesity poses technical challenges during veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) cannulation because of thick subcutaneous tissue and increased insertion resistance. While patient-related factors are well recognized, the impact of..
Read MoreAbstract Importance Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is a resource-intensive, life-sustaining technology to support patients with severe refractory respiratory failure. Its precise indications and contraindications are not standardized, and expert..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives In complex airway surgery and high-risk rigid bronchoscopy, conventional ventilation may be unsafe or impossible. We report our experience using veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) as respiratory support...
Read MoreAbstract We aim to provide evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for the use of VV ECMO in adult patients across Australia and New Zealand. Developed by a multidisciplinary panel of clinicians..
Read MoreAbstract Background Patients with severe respiratory failure frequently suffer from concomitant haemodynamic compromise. By correcting respiratory acidosis and permitting reduced mechanical ventilation pressures, venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) may..
Read MoreAbstract Objective: To evaluate whether systemic anticoagulation therapy affects the survival of adult patients receiving venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Design: Multicenter retrospective study...
Read MoreAbstract SEVERE HEMOPTYSIS REMAINS A significant medical emergency, often requiring a multidisciplinary approach to identify the bleeding source and implement effective treatment. Airway obstruction due to clots secondary to massive..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is a life-sustaining technology that supports patients with severe acute respiratory failure. Indications and contraindications to VV ECMO are evolving and professional..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose of review Mechanical ventilation (MV) is central to the management of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). In refractory cases, veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) can provide adequate gas..
Read MoreAbstract Background Acute respiratory failure after cardiac surgery is an uncommon complication, affecting morbidity and mortality. In these patients, respiratory extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support may be beneficial, as it..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives: Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) represents a standard and well-accepted modality of treating patients with refractory respiratory failure. Nevertheless, some patients might develop refractory hypoxemia, hemodynamic compromise or..
Read MoreAbstract Background: Prone positioning improves survival in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) by reducing ventilator-induced lung injury and enhancing ventilation–perfusion matching. Whether these physiological benefits translate to patients..
Read MoreAbstract (ECMO) is an invaluable resource in the treatment of critically ill children with cardiopulmonary failure. To date, over 36,000 children have been placed on ECMO and the utilization of..
Read MoreAbstract Background Separation from venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is a pivotal transition for patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Impaired alveolar ventilation more so than oxygenation may be..
Read MoreAbstract Severe respiratory failure is frequently complicated by right ventricular dysfunction (RVD), which occurs in 20–50% of cases. In patients on venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) with refractory RVD,..
Read MoreAbstract Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) is used to treat refractory lung failure, a condition that often results in right ventricular dysfunction, which can exacerbate both morbidity and mortality...
Read MoreAbstract BACKGROUND: This single center study analyzed epidemiology, outcomes, and three-year quality of life (QoL) of critically ill COVID-19 patients requiring a possibly life-saving VV-ECMO. METHODS: Demographics, clinical and technical..
Read MoreAbstract Despite the increasing number of critically ill immunocompromised patients in intensive care unit, the outcome of different types of immunocompromised patients with respiratory failure managed with venovenous extracorporeal membrane..
Read MoreAbstract Background The impact of the duration of invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) before venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) on patient outcomes in COVID-19 remains unclear. Methods and setting Data..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose of review The process of weaning from venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) is a critical step in the recovery of patients with severe acute respiratory distress syndrome..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives: An increasing number of pediatric centers use the femoral vein in neonates and smaller children to provide venovenous multisite (VVMS) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), but there are no..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives: Limited data exist on outcomes in COVID-19- vs. influenza A (H1N1)-associated acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients when supported on venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). We aimed to..
Read MoreAbstract To our knowledge, no previous reports have described the use of veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) in patients wearing a halo vest. We present a case in which..
Read MoreAbstract Objective: To characterize the variability in venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) candidacy decision-making processes across international Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) member institutions. Design: An international survey study of..
Read MoreAbstract OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the relationship between the duration of pre-extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) mechanical ventilation and mortality in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients undergoing venovenous ECMO. DESIGN: Retrospective..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Current extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) monitoring methods for circuit obstructions have limitations. In this study, we test the hypothesis that changes in flow in a pre-existing shunt tubing..
Read MoreAbstract Background Neurological complications significantly contributed to mortality in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) supported by venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO). Early fluctuations in arterial partial pressure..
Read MoreAbstract Negative pressure ventilation (NPV) has been used to assist patients with respiratory failure. Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) supports patients with acute lung injury who do not respond..
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