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Yan K, Tang LK, Xiao FF, Zhang P, Cheng GQ, Wang LS, Lu CM, Ge MM, Hu LY, Zhou YF, Xiao TT, Xu Y, Yin ZQ, Yan GF, Lu GP, Li Q, Zhou WH. Brain development in newborns and infants after ECMO. World J Pediatr 2024; 20:556-568. [PMID: 38238638 PMCID: PMC11239726 DOI: 10.1007/s12519-023-00768-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2024]
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BACKGROUND Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) not only significantly improves survival rates in severely ill neonates but also is associated with long-term neurodevelopmental issues. To systematically review the available literature on the neurodevelopmental outcomes of neonates and infants who have undergone ECMO treatment, with a focus on motor deficits, cognitive impairments, sensory impairments, and developmental delays. This review aims to understand the incidence, prevalence, and risk factors for these problems and to explore current nursing care and management strategies. DATA SOURCES A comprehensive literature search was performed across PubMed, EMBASE, and Web of Science using a wide array of keywords and phrases pertaining to ECMO, neonates, infants, and various facets of neurodevelopment. The initial screening involved reviewing titles and abstracts to exclude irrelevant articles, followed by a full-text assessment of potentially relevant literature. The quality of each study was evaluated based on its research methodology and statistical analysis. Moreover, citation searches were conducted to identify potentially overlooked studies. Although the focus was primarily on neonatal ECMO, studies involving children and adults were also included due to the limited availability of neonate-specific literature. RESULTS About 50% of neonates post-ECMO treatment exhibit varying degrees of brain injury, particularly in the frontal and temporoparietal white matter regions, often accompanied by neurological complications. Seizures occur in 18%-23% of neonates within the first 24 hours, and bleeding events occur in 27%-60% of ECMO procedures, with up to 33% potentially experiencing ischemic strokes. Although some studies suggest that ECMO may negatively impact hearing and visual development, other studies have found no significant differences; hence, the influence of ECMO remains unclear. In terms of cognitive, language, and intellectual development, ECMO treatment may be associated with potential developmental delays, including lower composite scores in cognitive and motor functions, as well as potential language and learning difficulties. These studies emphasize the importance of early detection and intervention of potential developmental issues in ECMO survivors, possibly necessitating the implementation of a multidisciplinary follow-up plan that includes regular neuromotor and psychological evaluations. Overall, further multicenter, large-sample, long-term follow-up studies are needed to determine the impact of ECMO on these developmental aspects. CONCLUSIONS The impact of ECMO on an infant's nervous system still requires further investigation with larger sample sizes for validation. Fine-tuned management, comprehensive nursing care, appropriate patient selection, proactive monitoring, nutritional support, and early rehabilitation may potentially contribute to improving the long-term outcomes for these infants.
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- Kai Yan
- Department of Neonatology, Children Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China
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- Department of Neonatology, Children Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China
- Kunming Medical University Affiliated Dehong Hospital, Dehong, Yunnan, China
- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Neonatology, Children Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China
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- Department of Neonatology, Children Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China
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- Department of Neonatology, Children Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China
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- Department of Neonatology, Children Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China
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- Department of Neonatology, Children Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China
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- Department of Neonatology, Children Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China
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- Department of Neonatology, Children Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China
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- Department of Neurology, Children's Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- School of Medicine, Chengdu Women's and Children's Central Hospital, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Neurology, Children's Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Kunming Medical University Affiliated Dehong Hospital, Dehong, Yunnan, China
- Graduate School, Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Children's Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Children's Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, The Sixth Medical Center of PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Neonatology, Children Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, 201102, China.
- Key Laboratory of Neonatology, National Health Care Commission, Shanghai, China.
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Wang G, Li Q, Zhou G, Hong X, Zhao Z, Meng Q, Feng Z. Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for respiratory and cardiac support in neonates: a single center experience. Front Cardiovasc Med 2024; 11:1322231. [PMID: 38385129 PMCID: PMC10879557 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2024.1322231] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024] Open
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Objective Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an advanced life support that has been utilized in the neonate for refractory respiratory and circulatory failure. Striving for the best outcomes and understanding optimal surgical techniques continue to be at the forefront of discussion and research. This study presents a single-center experience of cervically cannulated neonatal patients on V-A ECMO, a description of our cannulation/decannulation techniques and our patient outcomes. Methods Single center retrospective review of neonates who received neck V-A ECMO support from January 2012 to December 2022. The data and outcomes of the patients were retrospectively analyzed. Results A total of 78 neonates received V-A ECMO support. There were 66 patients that received ECMO for respiratory support, the other 12 patients that received ECMO for cardiac support. The median duration of ECMO support was 109 (32-293) hours for all patients. During ECMO support, 20 patients died and 5 patients discontinued treatment due to poor outcome or the cost. A total of 53 (68%) patients were successfully weaned from ECMO, but 3 of them died in the subsequent treatment. Overall 50 (64%) patients survived to hospital discharge. In this study, 48 patients were cannulated using the vessel sparing technique, the other 30 patients were cannulated using the ligation technique. We found no significant difference in the rates of normal cranial MRI at discharge between survivors with and without common carotid artery ligation. Conclusion We achieved satisfactory outcomes of neonatal ECMO in 11-year experience. This study found no significant difference in early neuroimaging between survivors with and without common carotid artery ligation. The long-term neurological function of ECMO survivors warranted further follow-up and study.
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- Gang Wang
- The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, The Seventh Medical Center of the PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Pediatrics, The Seventh Medical Center of the PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, The Seventh Medical Center of the PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Pediatrics, The Seventh Medical Center of the PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, The Seventh Medical Center of the PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, The Seventh Medical Center of the PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Pediatrics, The Seventh Medical Center of the PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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Kwon EG, Anderson JE, DiGeronimo R, Kirk CCJ, Billimoria ZC, Rothstein DH, Stark R, McMullan DM, Brogan TV, Riehle KJ, Rice-Townsend SE. Carotid Artery Patency and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes After Decannulation in Pediatric Extracorporeal Life Support. J Surg Res 2024; 293:475-481. [PMID: 37820396 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2023.09.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Revised: 09/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/09/2023] [Indexed: 10/13/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Decannulation from veno-arterial extracorporeal life support may involve ligation or repair of the carotid artery; however, differences in outcomes are not clear. This study aimed to describe short- and long-term artery patency and neurodevelopmental outcomes in neonatal and pediatric patients who underwent carotid artery repair (CAR) versus ligation at decannulation. METHODS Patients supported on veno-arterial extracorporeal life support during the first 15 mo of life from 2010 to 2020 at a large, tertiary care children's hospital were included. Decannulation strategy, postdecannulation imaging, and follow-up visits were reviewed. RESULTS 74 patients were identified with median age at cannulation 2 d (interquartile range [IQR] = 1-21 d) and median weight 3.7 kg (interquartile range= 3.2-4.4 kg). Indications included congenital cardiac conditions (27%), congenital diaphragmatic hernia (19%), pulmonary hypertension (19%), meconium aspiration (16%), and pneumonia/sepsis (14%). Forty-two patients (57%) underwent CAR. Patients on extracorporeal life support >5 d were 95% less likely to undergo CAR (P < 0.001). Of CAR patients, 18 (43%) had doppler ultrasound performed within the 2-y follow-up period. Ten of 18 patients (55.6%) had >50% stenosis (3) or complete occlusion (7). Only 36% (27/74) had formal neurodevelopmental follow-up within 6 mo and 41% (30/74) within 2 y; however, no significant differences in function were seen between groups. CONCLUSIONS Neonates and young toddler patients undergoing CAR following extracorporeal life support decannulation are at risk for partial or complete artery occlusion. In our study population, repair and ligation at decannulation appear to have similar neurodevelopmental outcomes; however, follow-up to assess function is not standardized. Longer term follow-up and risk stratification are needed to guide decannulation strategy.
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- Eustina G Kwon
- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington.
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- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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- Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
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Kazzaz Y, Guerguerian AM, Annich GM. To Reconstruct or Ligate, That Is the Question! Pediatr Crit Care Med 2023; 24:1094-1095. [PMID: 38055005 DOI: 10.1097/pcc.0000000000003391] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/07/2023]
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- Yasser Kazzaz
- Department of Pediatrics, National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- The Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Zens T, Eldredge RS, Gill M, Mathew S, Molitor M. Vascular Reconstruction After Cannulation for Support With Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: Literature Review of Data in the Pediatric Population. Pediatr Crit Care Med 2023; 24:1072-1083. [PMID: 37796088 DOI: 10.1097/pcc.0000000000003372] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an invaluable life-support resource in the treatment of critically ill children. Traditionally, neck vascular cannulation requires ligation of the carotid artery and jugular vein. In this literature review, we identify rates of postoperative vessel patency, complications, and neurologic outcomes after vascular reconstruction following decannulation. DATA SOURCES Embase, PubMed, and Cochrane Review. STUDY SELECTION No publication date limits. Inclusion criteria comprised of studies addressing repair of the carotid artery and jugular vein after ECMO decannulation and outcomes from this procedure. DATA EXTRACTION Authors identified publications on vascular reconstruction after ECMO decannulation, including possible technical considerations, complications, and outcomes. DATA SYNTHESIS We identified 18 articles: 13 studies were limited to the neonatal population. The largest series included 51 patients after vascular reconstruction. The rate of postoperative arterial occlusion ranged from 11.8% to 17.8%, and overall patency rate postoperatively was 78.6%. No major thromboembolic events were reported. One study demonstrated an increase in neuroimaging abnormalities for patients undergoing ligation compared with vascular reconstruction. No studies demonstrated differences in functional neurodevelopmental testing. CONCLUSIONS Vascular reconstruction after ECMO decannulation has been reported since 1990. Although reconstruction does not appear to carry significant short-term morbidity, there are no large prospective studies or randomized controlled trials demonstrating its efficacy in improving neurologic outcomes in ECMO patients. There is also a paucity of data regarding outcomes in older children or long-term ramifications of vascular reconstruction.
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- Tiffany Zens
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ
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- University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix, AZ
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ
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Zhang QL, Chen XH, Zhou SJ, Zheng YR, Cao H, Chen Q. Surgical experience in repairing the right common carotid artery and the right internal jugular vein after ECMO in neonates: early clinical results. Ital J Pediatr 2023; 49:149. [PMID: 37950294 PMCID: PMC10636893 DOI: 10.1186/s13052-023-01556-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2023] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to summarize the early clinical results and surgical experience of repairing the right common carotid artery and the right internal jugular vein after ECMO treatment in neonates. METHODS We retrospectively collected the clinical data of 16 neonates with circulatory and respiratory failure who were treated with ECMO via the right common carotid artery and the right internal jugular vein in our hospital from June 2021 to December 2022. The effects of repairing the common carotid artery and internal jugular vein were evaluated. RESULTS All 16 patients successfully underwent right cervical vascular cannulation, and the ECMO cycle was successfully established. Twelve patients were successfully removed from ECMO. The right common carotid artery and the right internal jugular vein were successfully repaired in these 12 patients. There was unobstructed arterial blood flow in 9 patients, mild stenosis in 1 patient, moderate stenosis in 1 patient and obstruction in 1 patient. There was unobstructed venous blood flow in 10 patients, mild stenosis in 1 patient, and moderate stenosis in 1 patient. No thrombosis was found in the right internal jugular vein. Thrombosis was found in the right common carotid artery of one patient. CONCLUSION Repairing the right common carotid artery and the right internal jugular vein after ECMO treatment in neonates was feasible, and careful surgical anastomosis techniques and standardized postoperative anticoagulation management can ensure early vascular patency. However, long-term vascular patency is still being assessed in follow-up.
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- Qi-Liang Zhang
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Fujian Children's Hospital (Fujian Branch of Shanghai Children's Medical Center), College of Clinical Medicine for Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Fujian Children's Hospital (Fujian Branch of Shanghai Children's Medical Center), College of Clinical Medicine for Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Fujian Children's Hospital (Fujian Branch of Shanghai Children's Medical Center), College of Clinical Medicine for Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Fujian Children's Hospital (Fujian Branch of Shanghai Children's Medical Center), College of Clinical Medicine for Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Fujian Children's Hospital (Fujian Branch of Shanghai Children's Medical Center), College of Clinical Medicine for Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Fujian Children's Hospital (Fujian Branch of Shanghai Children's Medical Center), College of Clinical Medicine for Obstetrics & Gynecology and Pediatrics, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China.
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Gil LA, Apfeld JC, Gehred A, Walczak AB, Frazier WJ, Seabrook RB, Olutoye OO, Minneci PC. A Systematic Review of Clinical Outcomes After Carotid Artery Ligation Versus Carotid Artery Reconstruction Following Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in Infants and Children. J Surg Res 2023; 291:423-432. [PMID: 37517350 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2023.06.046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2023] [Revised: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 06/25/2023] [Indexed: 08/01/2023]
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INTRODUCTION In pediatric and neonatal populations, the carotid artery is commonly cannulated for venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The decision to ligate (carotid artery ligation [CAL]) versus reconstruct (carotid artery reconstruction [CAR]) the artery at decannulation remains controversial as long-term neurologic outcomes remain unknown. The objective of this study was to summarize current literature on clinical outcomes following CAL and CAR after Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VA-ECMO). METHODS PubMed (MEDLINE), Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane databases were searched using keywords from January 1950 to October 2020. Studies examining clinical outcomes following CAL and CAR for VA-ECMO in patients <18 y of age were included. Prospective and retrospective cohort studies, case series, case-control studies, and case reports were included. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were performed independently by two reviewers. Assessment of risk of bias was performed. RESULTS Eighty studies were included and classified into four categories: noncomparative clinical outcomes after CAL (n = 23, 28.8%), noncomparative clinical outcomes after CAR (n = 12, 15.0%), comparative clinical outcomes after CAL and/or CAR (n = 28, 35.0%), and case reports of clinical outcomes after CAL and/or CAR (n = 17, 21.3%). Follow-up ranged from 0 to 11 y. CAR patency rates ranged from 44 to 100%. There was no substantial evidence supporting an association between CAL versus CAR and short-term neurologic outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Studies evaluating outcomes after CAL versus CAR for VA-ECMO are heterogeneous with limited generalizability. Further studies are needed to evaluate long-term consequences of CAL versus CAR, especially as the first survivors of pediatric/neonatal ECMO approach an age of increased risk of carotid stenosis and stroke.
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- Lindsay A Gil
- Center for Surgical Outcomes Research, Abigail Wexner Research Institute, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio; Department of Pediatric Surgery, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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- Center for Surgical Outcomes Research, Abigail Wexner Research Institute, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio; Department of Pediatric Surgery, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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- Grant Morrow III Library, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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- The Heart Center, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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- Department of Pediatrics, Nationwide Children's Hospital, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, Ohio
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- Department of Pediatrics, Nationwide Children's Hospital, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, Ohio
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- Center for Surgical Outcomes Research, Abigail Wexner Research Institute, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio; Department of Pediatric Surgery, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
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- Center for Surgical Outcomes Research, Abigail Wexner Research Institute, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio; Department of Pediatric Surgery, The Ohio State University College of Medicine, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio.
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Linden AF, Howk AA, Billimoria Z, Devine M, DiGeronimo R, Gray B, Hamrick SE, Keene SD, Rintoul N, Mahmood B. Neonatal Carotid Artery and Internal Jugular Vein Management Practices at Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Decannulation: No Standard Approach. J Pediatr Surg 2023; 58:2196-2200. [PMID: 37573253 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2023.07.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2022] [Revised: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/11/2023] [Indexed: 08/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND There are currently no commonly accepted standardized guidelines for management of cervical vessels at neonatal extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) decannulation. This study investigates neonatal ECMO decannulation practices regarding management of the carotid artery and internal jugular vein, use of post-repair anticoagulation, and follow-up imaging. METHODS A survey was distributed to the 37 institutions in the Children's Hospitals Neonatal Consortium. Respondents reported their standard approach to carotid artery and internal jugular vein management (ligation or repair) at ECMO decannulation by their pediatric surgery and cardiothoracic (CT) surgery teams as well as post-repair anticoagulation practices and follow-up imaging protocols. RESULTS The response rate was 95%. Pediatric surgeons performed most neonatal respiratory ECMO cannulations (88%) and decannulations (85%), while all neonatal cardiac ECMO cannulations and decannulations were performed by CT surgeons. Pediatric surgeons overwhelmingly ligate both vessels (90%) while CT surgeons typically repair both vessels at decannulation (83%). Of the responding centers that repair, 28% (7) have a standard anticoagulation protocol after neck vessel repair. While 52% (13) of centers routinely image cervical vessel patency at least once post repair, most do not subsequently repeat neck vessel imaging. CONCLUSIONS Significant practice differences exist between pediatric and CT surgeons regarding the approach to cervical vessels at neonatal ECMO decannulation. For those centers that do repair the vessels there is little uniformity in post-repair anticoagulation or imaging protocols. There is a need to develop standardized cervical vessel management guidelines for neonatal ECMO patients and to study their impact on both short- and long-term outcomes. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Allison F Linden
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, 1405 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30322, USA.
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- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, 1405 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30322, USA
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington, Seattle Children's Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA, 98105, USA
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Washington, Seattle Children's Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA, 98105, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Indiana University, 705 Riley Hospital Dr, Bloomington, IN, 46202, USA
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, 1405 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30322, USA
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, 1405 Clifton Road, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30322, USA
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- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, 3401 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA
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- UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Newborn Medicine, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, 4401 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15224, USA
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Zens T, Ochoa B, Eldredge RS, Molitor M. Pediatric venoarterial and venovenous ECMO. Semin Pediatr Surg 2023; 32:151327. [PMID: 37956593 DOI: 10.1016/j.sempedsurg.2023.151327] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2023]
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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (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 this life saving treatment continues to expand with advances in ECMO technology. This article offers a review of pediatric ECMO including modes and sites of ECMO cannulation, indications and contraindications, and cannulation techniques. Furthermore, it summarizes the basic principles of pediatric ECMO including circuit maintenance, nutritional support, and clinical decision making regarding weaning pediatric ECMO and decannulation. Finally, it gives an overview of common pediatric ECMO complications including overall mortality and long-term outcomes of ECMO survivors. The goal of this article is to provide a comprehensive review for healthcare professionals providing care for pediatric ECMO patients.
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- Tiffany Zens
- Phoenix Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Divison of Pediatric Surgery, Phoenix, AZ, United States
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- Phoenix Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Divison of Pediatric Surgery, Phoenix, AZ, United States
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- Phoenix Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Divison of Pediatric Surgery, Phoenix, AZ, United States
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- Phoenix Children's Hospital, Department of Surgery, Divison of Pediatric Surgery, Phoenix, AZ, United States.
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Callier K, Dantes G, Johnson K, Linden AF. Pediatric ECLS Neurologic Management and Outcomes. Semin Pediatr Surg 2023; 32:151331. [PMID: 37944407 DOI: 10.1016/j.sempedsurg.2023.151331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
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Neurologic complications associated with extracorporeal life support (ECLS), including seizures, ischemia/infarction, and intracranial hemorrhage significantly increase morbidity and mortality in pediatric and neonatal patients. Prompt recognition of adverse neurologic events may provide a window to intervene with neuroprotective measures. Many neuromonitoring modalities are available with varying benefits and limitations. Several pre-ECLS and ECLS-related factors have been associated with an increased risk for neurologic complications. These may be patient- or circuit-related and include modifiable and non-modifiable factors. ECLS survivors are at risk for long-term neurological sequelae affecting neurodevelopmental outcomes. Possible long-term outcomes range from normal development to severe impairment. Patients should undergo a neurological evaluation prior to discharge, and neurodevelopmental assessments should be included in each patient's structured, multidisciplinary follow-up. Safe pediatric and neonatal ECLS management requires a thorough understanding of neurological complications, neuromonitoring techniques and limitations, considerations to minimize risk, and an awareness of possible long-term ramifications. With a focus on ECLS for respiratory failure, this manuscript provides a review of these topics and summarizes best practice guidelines from international organizations and expert consensus.
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- Kylie Callier
- Department of Surgery, The University of Chicago Medicine, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN
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- Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Jensen AR, Davis C, Gray BW. Cannulation and decannulation techniques for neonatal ECMO. Semin Fetal Neonatal Med 2022; 27:101404. [PMID: 36437185 DOI: 10.1016/j.siny.2022.101404] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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In neonates with cardiac and/or respiratory failure, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) continues to be an important method of respiratory and/or cardiovascular support where conventional treatments are failing. ECMO cannulation involves a complex decision-making process to choose the proper ECMO modality and cannulation strategy to match each patient's needs, unique anatomy, and potential complication profile. Initially, all ECMO support involved cannulating both the carotid artery and the internal jugular vein (IJV), known as veno-arterial (VA-ECMO) for cardiac and/or respiratory support. Rarely was cannulation through the chest used. The development of dual-lumen cannulae in the early to mid 1990s addressed the concerns about carotid artery ligation and its impact on neurological outcomes, and allowed single vascular access for veno-venous respiratory support (VV-ECMO). We present a review of cannulation and decannulation techniques for both VA and VV-ECMO in neonates.
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- Amanda R Jensen
- Riley Hospital for Children Indiana University School of Medicine Indianapolis, IN, USA.
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- Lead for the Paediatric & Adolescent Chest Wall Defect Service the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom.
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- Surgical Director of ECMO, Program Director, Pediatric Surgery Fellowship, Riley Hospital for Children, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA.
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Common carotid artery imaging after vessel sparing decannulation from Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) support. J Pediatr Surg 2021; 56:2305-2310. [PMID: 33632514 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2021.01.048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2020] [Revised: 01/26/2021] [Accepted: 01/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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INTRODUCTION In 2008, Children's National Hospital adopted a simple vessel sparing technique (VST) for neck extra corporeal membrane (ECMO) cannulation/decannulation that is technically simple and reproducible. In this study, we review a cohort of patients decannulated from venous-arterial (VA) ECMO using a VST with the goal of understanding flow dynamics and anatomic changes of the common carotid artery (CCA) after repair with a VST. METHODS Patients supported with ECMO at a single, tertiary care center between 2008 and 2019 were identified. Patients were included in the analysis if they survived VA ECMO including VST decannulation and neck vessel imaging was completed with either magnetic resonance angiogram (MRA) or computerized tomography angiogram (CTA) post decannulation. The right CCA was assessed for patency and arteriopathy. Complications and feasibility of repeat ECMO cannulation via the neck vessels were also investigated. RESULTS Three hundred and nineteen patients were identified as having received ECMO support in either the PICU or CICU between 2008 and 2019, of which 76 survived VA ECMO support via neck cannulation. Neck vessel imaging was obtained in 21 patients. Ten had imaging demonstrating a normal right CCA. The CCA was occluded in 3 and stenotic in 5. Vessel wall defects were present in 4. No definitive complication was associated with any of the arterial abnormalities. Repeat right CCA cannulation was achieved in 6/7 patients who needed additional VA ECMO support. CONCLUSIONS Repair of the right CCA with a simple VST can be achieved safely and consistently during VA ECMO support in pediatric patients. Vascular imaging of the right CCA was normal in almost half and repeat cannulation was achieved in most when pursued. Stenosis and vessel wall defects were common, thus neck vessel imaging post decannulation may be warranted for all patients with a right CCA repair after ECMO support.
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Corno AF, Faulkner GM, Harvey C. Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation for Neonatal Respiratory Support. Semin Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2020; 32:553-559. [PMID: 32112973 DOI: 10.1053/j.semtcvs.2020.02.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2020] [Accepted: 02/19/2020] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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To review our experience with Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) for respiratory support in neonates. From 1989 to 2018 2114 patients underwent respiratory ECMO support, with 764 (36%) neonates. Veno-Venous (V-V) cannulation was used in 428 (56%) neonates and Veno-Arterial (V-A) in 336 (44%). Historically V-V ECMO was our preferred modality, but due to lack of suitable cannula in the last 7 years V-A was used in 209/228 (92%) neonates. Mean and inter-quartile range of ECMO duration was 117 hours (inter-quartile range 90 to 164 hours). Overall 724 (95%) neonates survived to ECMO decannulation, with 640 (84%) hospital discharge. Survival varied with underlying diagnosis: meconium aspiration 98% (354/362), persistent pulmonary hypertension 80% (120/151), congenital diaphragmatic hernia 66% (82/124), sepsis 59% (35/59), pneumonia 86% (6/7), other 71% (43/61). Survival was 86% with V-V and 80% with V-A cannulation, better than ELSO Registry with 77% V-V and 63% V-A. Major complications: cerebral infarction/hemorrhage in 4.7% (31.1% survival to discharge), renal replacement therapy in 17.6% (58.1% survival to discharge), new infection in 2.9%, with negative impact on survival (30%). Following a circuit design modification and subsequent reduction in heparin requirement, intracerebral hemorrhage decreased to 9/299 (3.0%) radiologically proven cerebral infarction/hemorrhage. We concluded (1) outcomes from neonatal ECMO in our large case series were excellent, with better survival and lower complication rate than reported in ELSO registry. (2) These results highlight the benefits of ECMO service in high volume units. (3) The similar survival rate seen in neonates with V-A and V-V cannulation differs from the ELSO register; this may reflect the change in cannulation enforced by lack of suitable V-V cannula and all neonates undergoing V-A cannulation.
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- Antonio F Corno
- East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre, University Hospitals of Leicester, Leicester, UK; Cardiovascular Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK.
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- East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre, University Hospitals of Leicester, Leicester, UK
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- East Midlands Congenital Heart Centre, University Hospitals of Leicester, Leicester, UK
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Henzler C, Zöllner FG, Weis M, Zimmer F, Schoenberg SO, Zahn K, Schaible T, Neff KW. Cerebral Perfusion After Repair of Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia with Common Carotid Artery Occlusion After ECMO Therapy. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018; 31:557-564. [PMID: 28652420 DOI: 10.21873/invivo.11094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2017] [Revised: 04/18/2017] [Accepted: 04/20/2017] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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AIM To prospectively evaluate cerebral perfusion after repair of congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) and right-common-carotid-artery (rCCA) occlusion after extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) therapy. PATIENTS AND METHODS A total of 29 2-year-old-children with a history of CDH repair underwent cerebral magnetic resonance perfusion imaging. In 14 patients, the rCCA was occluded after ECMO therapy. Fifteen patients with CDH without ECMO served as controls. Regional cerebral-blood-flow (rCBF) was measured cortically and subcortically in both hemispheres and compared intra-individually and between both groups. RESULTS Patients with rCCA-occlusion showed intra-individual side differences between hemispheres, with significantly lower subcortical perfusion of the right hemisphere and reduced cortical perfusion. In one-third of patients with rCCA-occlusion, rCBF of the right-hemisphere was reduced by more than 20% when compared to the left hemisphere. Despite intra-individual side differences, mean rCBF in patients with rCCA occlusion was not reduced compared to controls. CONCLUSION Beside intra-individual side differences, overall right hemisphere perfusion is sufficient after rCCA-occlusion due to collateral blood supply.
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- Claudia Henzler
- Institute of Clinical Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Medical Center Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Computer Assisted Clinical Medicine, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Institute of Clinical Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Medical Center Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Computer Assisted Clinical Medicine, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Institute of Clinical Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Medical Center Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, University Medical Center Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Department of Neonatology, University Medical Center Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Institute of Clinical Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Medical Center Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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Ligon RA, Kim DW, Vincent RN, Bauser-Heaton HD, Ooi YK, Petit CJ. Angiographic follow-up of infants and children undergoing percutaneous carotid artery interventions. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2018; 91:1301-1306. [DOI: 10.1002/ccd.27481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2017] [Revised: 12/07/2017] [Accepted: 12/10/2017] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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- R. Allen Ligon
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Department of Pediatrics; Emory University School of Medicine; Atlanta Georgia
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- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Department of Pediatrics; Emory University School of Medicine; Atlanta Georgia
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- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Department of Pediatrics; Emory University School of Medicine; Atlanta Georgia
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- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Department of Pediatrics; Emory University School of Medicine; Atlanta Georgia
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- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Department of Pediatrics; Emory University School of Medicine; Atlanta Georgia
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- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Department of Pediatrics; Emory University School of Medicine; Atlanta Georgia
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The 1-Year Follow-Up Clinic for Neonates and Children After Respiratory Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support: A 10-Year Single Institution Experience. Pediatr Crit Care Med 2017; 18:1047-1054. [PMID: 28922267 DOI: 10.1097/pcc.0000000000001304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To establish the effectiveness of a "1-year extracorporeal membrane oxygenation follow-up clinic" and to characterize any neurodevelopmental concerns identified. DESIGN Single-center retrospective cohort of respiratory extracorporeal membrane oxygenation survivors over 10 years. SETTING Nationally commissioned center for neonatal and pediatric (> 28 d of life) respiratory extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. PATIENTS Children attending the follow-up clinic 1 year after receiving respiratory extracorporeal membrane oxygenation between 2003 and 2013. INTERVENTIONS Standardized follow-up 1 year after extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS In 10 years, 290 children received extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, 194 (67%) survived; all were offered 1-year follow-up, and 98 (51%) attended the clinic. Among these, 51 of 98 (52%) had meconium aspiration syndrome, and 74 of 98 (75%) were on veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation with a median (interquartile range) duration of 6 days (4-8 d). Neurodevelopmental problems were identified in 30 of 98 (30%). The specific abnormalities noted included neurologic (seizures, motor, or vision abnormalities) (n = 8), hearing with/without language delay (n = 8), and behavioral problems (as reported by parents) (n = 6), with eight of 30 (27%) having difficulties spanning these domains. An acute neurologic event on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation was found to be the only risk factor for neurodevelopmental concerns (p = 0.006 with odds ratio 5.4 [95% CI, 1.63-17.92]). Despite having neither a cardiac arrest nor an acute neurologic event documented, 18 of 74 (24.3%), 95% CI (15.1-35.7), had neurodevelopmental concerns at 1-year follow-up. Among the nonattenders, 30 (15%) had local follow-up, and 66 (34%) were lost to follow-up. CONCLUSIONS All extracorporeal membrane oxygenation survivors need follow-up either at the extracorporeal membrane oxygenation center or in their community, as evidenced by the 1-year follow-up data. Our 1-year extracorporeal membrane oxygenation follow-up clinic provides an opportunity to engage with families, identify neurodevelopmental concerns, and signpost to appropriate services. Of concern, one third of survivors are lost to follow-up, some with an acute neurologic event on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, a significant risk factor. A consensus-based standardized national follow-up program is vital.
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Kurkluoglu M, Badia S, Peer SM, Jonas R, Shankar V, Sinha P. Patency of common carotid artery and internal jugular vein after a simple vessel sparing cannulation for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support. J Pediatr Surg 2017; 52:1806-1809. [PMID: 28916048 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2017.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2016] [Revised: 07/11/2017] [Accepted: 08/02/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Common carotid artery and internal jugular vein are commonly cannulated for establishment of peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) support. We present our results of a vessel sparing cannulation technique for neck vessels, which helps maintain vessel patency after decannulation. METHODS All patients who underwent ECMO, between January 2004 and January 2013 at a single center, were retrospectively reviewed. Follow up data for the patency of common carotid artery (CCA) and internal jugular vein (IJV) after decannulation were recorded. RESULTS Twenty-four consecutive patients who were successfully decannulated after VA ECMO support who underwent vessel sparing cannulation were retrospectively reviewed. Follow up data were unavailable in 4 and 1 patient did not survive. Amongst the remaining 19 patients the median duration of ECMO support in the remaining was 7 (IQR; 4-10) days. Follow up studies documenting vessel patency were available for IJV in 18 patients and CCA in 14 patients. At a median follow up of 137days (IQR; 35-7240) 15 (78%) patients had patent IJVs and 14 (100%) patients had patent CCAs. CONCLUSION The simple vessel sparing technique is effective in allowing restoration of the patency of the neck vessels after ECMO decannulation. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Case series with no comparison group (Level IV).
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- Mustafa Kurkluoglu
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Children's National Health System, 111 Michigan Av. NW, Washington, DC, 20010
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- Hospital Universitario de La Princesa, Calle de Diego Leon, 62, 28006 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Children's National Health System, 111 Michigan Av. NW, Washington, DC, 20010
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Children's National Health System, 111 Michigan Av. NW, Washington, DC, 20010
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- Division of Critical Care, Children's National Health System, 111 Michigan Av. NW, Washington, DC, 20010
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Children's National Health System, 111 Michigan Av. NW, Washington, DC, 20010.
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Webb MK, Wang J, Riegel MS, Guleserian KJ, Forbess JM, Zellers TM, Dimas VV. Initial Experience With the Pediatric Impella Device: A Feasibility Study in a Porcine Model. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2016; 88:582-589. [PMID: 27218805 DOI: 10.1002/ccd.26583] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2016] [Revised: 03/14/2016] [Accepted: 04/22/2016] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study's objective was to evaluate insertion techniques and device fit of the pediatric version of the Impella ventricular assist device in swine which had similar sized carotids and left ventricles (LVs) as children weighing 10-20 kg. BACKGROUND Options for minimally invasive circulatory support in children are limited. A modified device based on the current Impella 2.5 platform was created in an effort to provide minimally invasive circulatory support for children. METHODS Animal studies (n = 10) were performed to determine technical feasibility of device implant via the right common carotid artery (RCCA) in swine with a carotid and LV size similar to children with a BSA < 1 m2 and weight 10-20 kg. The RCCA diameter was measured on pre-implant ultrasound and the LV length was measured at necropsy. The animals were supported for 4 hr and the device explanted. Blood samples and post-explant necropsy was performed to evaluate for device related complications. RESULTS All animals underwent successful device insertion. Mean carotid artery diameter by ultrasound was 3.5 ± 0.3 mm. There was no LV or aortic/mitral valve damage with a minimum LV length of 5.4 cm. CONCLUSIONS Minimally invasive circulatory support is needed in small children. Limitations are primarily related to vessel and chamber size. The Impella Pediatric catheter was safely and successfully implanted in carotid arteries similar in size to children weighing 10-20 kg with minimal complications. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
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- Melissa K Webb
- Division of Cardiology Department of Pediatrics, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
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- Division of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
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- Animal Resource Center, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
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- Division of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
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- Division of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
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- Division of Cardiology Department of Pediatrics, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
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- Division of Cardiology Department of Pediatrics, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas.
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Roberts J, Keene S, Heard M, McCracken C, Gauthier TW. Successful primary use of VVDL+V ECMO with cephalic drain in neonatal respiratory failure. J Perinatol 2016; 36:126-31. [PMID: 26562372 DOI: 10.1038/jp.2015.163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2015] [Revised: 09/28/2015] [Accepted: 10/01/2015] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To describe the use of double-lumen venovenous (VVDL) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) with cephalic draining cannula (VVDL+V) as a primary approach for all neonatal respiratory diagnoses and to compare our single-center experience with data as collected in the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) database. STUDY DESIGN We retrospectively reviewed all cases of ECMO for neonatal respiratory failure performed in the neonatal intensive-care unit at a large referral children's hospital, the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston (CHOA-E). Comparisons were then made to neonatal respiratory ECMO data retrieved from the ELSO database. RESULTS At CHOA-E 162 of 189 cases were completed with the VVDL+V approach. Survival in the VVDL+V cohort was 89.1% versus 68.7% from ELSO, P<0.001. For those complications considered, the overall risk of complication favored the CHOA-E VVDL+V group as compared with ELSO (odds ratio (OR) 0.71 (0.52-0.7)) as did the risk of neurologic complications (OR 0.29, (0.15-0.58)), including intracranial hemorrhage (OR 0.39 (0.18-0.97), P=0.011). CONCLUSION The VVDL+V approach can be used successfully as the primary approach for ECMO for neonatal respiratory failure of various etiologies and in this single-center cohort this approach was associated with improved survival and lower rates of complication as compared with the ELSO database.
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- J Roberts
- Department of Pediatrics, Emory Children's Center, Emory University, School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Emory Children's Center, Emory University, School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- ECMO and Advanced Technologies Department, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Emory Children's Center, Emory University, School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, Emory Children's Center, Emory University, School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Kurkluoglu M, Hynes CF, Alfares FA, El-Sayed Ahmed MM, Peer SM, Zurakowski D, Jonas RA, Nath DS. Choice of Peripheral Venoarterial Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation Cannulation Site in Patients Above 15 kilograms. J Card Surg 2015; 30:461-5. [DOI: 10.1111/jocs.12538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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- Mustafa Kurkluoglu
- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery; Children's National Health System; Washington DC USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery; Children's National Health System; Washington DC USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery; Children's National Health System; Washington DC USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery; Children's National Health System; Washington DC USA
- Department of Surgery; Zagazig University Faculty of Medicine; Zagazig Egypt
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- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery; Children's National Health System; Washington DC USA
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- Departments of Anesthesia and Surgery; Boston Children's Hospital; Harvard Medical School; Boston Massachusetts USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery; Children's National Health System; Washington DC USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery; Children's National Health System; Washington DC USA
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Neonatal carotid repair at ECMO decannulation: patency rates and early neurologic outcomes. J Pediatr Surg 2015; 50:64-8. [PMID: 25598095 PMCID: PMC5285515 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2014.10.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2014] [Accepted: 10/06/2014] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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PURPOSE Neonates placed on veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) undergo either carotid repair or ligation at decannulation. Study aims were to evaluate carotid patency rates after repair and to compare early neurologic outcomes between repaired and ligated patients. METHODS A retrospective study of all neonates without congenital heart disease (CHD) who had VA-ECMO between 1989 and 2012 was completed using our institutional ECMO Registry. Carotid patency after repair, neuroimaging studies, and auditory brainstem response (ABR) testing at time of discharge were examined. RESULTS 140 neonates were placed on VA-ECMO during the study period. Among survivors, 84% of carotids repaired and imaged remained patent at last study. No significant differences were observed between infants in the repaired and ligated groups regarding diagnosis, ECMO duration, or length of stay. A large proportion (43%) developed a severe brain lesion after VA-ECMO, but few failed their ABR testing. Differences in early neurologic outcomes between the two groups of survivors were not significant. CONCLUSIONS At this single institution, carotid patency is excellent following repair at ECMO decannulation. No increased incidence of severe brain lesions or greater neurosensory impairment in the repair group was observed. Further studies are needed to investigate the effects of ligation on longer-term neurocognitive outcomes.
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Brown KL, Ichord R, Marino BS, Thiagarajan RR. Outcomes following extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in children with cardiac disease. Pediatr Crit Care Med 2013; 14:S73-83. [PMID: 23735990 DOI: 10.1097/pcc.0b013e318292e3fc] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is a commonly used form of mechanical circulatory support in children with congenital or acquired heart disease and cardiac failure refractory to conventional medical therapies. In children with heart disease who suffer cardiac arrest, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation has been successfully used to provide cardiopulmonary support when conventional resuscitation has failed to establish return of spontaneous circulation. Survival to hospital discharge for children with heart disease support is approximately 40% but varies widely based on age, indication for support, and underlying cardiac disease. Although extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is lifesaving in many instances, it is associated with many complications and is expensive. Thus, a clear understanding of survival to discharge and long-term functional and neurologic outcomes are essential to guide the use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation now and in the future. This review, part of the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Society/Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Joint Statement on Mechanical Circulatory Support, summarizes current knowledge on short- and long-term outcomes for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation used to support children with cardiac disease.
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- Kate L Brown
- Cardiac Unit, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust and Institute for Cardiovascular Science University College London, London, United Kingdom.
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Kuo KW, Cornell TT, Shanley TP, Odetola FO, Annich GM. The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in pediatric patients with sickle cell disease. Perfusion 2013; 28:424-32. [PMID: 23630196 DOI: 10.1177/0267659113485873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Previous reports have described the use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for acute chest syndrome of sickle cell disease (SCD). However, there have been no reports of venoarterial (VA) ECMO for cardiac dysfunction in patients with SCD. We describe a patient with SCD and life-threatening cardiogenic shock who was successfully treated with VA ECMO. Furthermore, SCD patients have unique comorbidities that warrant particular consideration when utilizing ECMO. We discuss these considerations and review the documented experience with ECMO for pediatric SCD patients from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) registry. From 1990 until 2012, 52% of the 65 pediatric patients with SCD placed on ECMO survived, with 85% of those receiving venovenous (VV) ECMO surviving and 43% of those receiving VA ECMO surviving. However, significant complications, such as bleeding, neurological injury and kidney injury, also occurred with both VV and VA ECMO. Ten percent of SCD patients receiving VA ECMO experienced either a cerebral infarct or hemorrhage; our patient suffered a cerebrovascular accident while on ECMO, though she survived with good neurologic outcome. To our knowledge, this is the first report of a pediatric patient with SCD and cardiogenic shock successfully managed with VA ECMO. In conjunction with the ELSO registry review, this case report suggests that, while VA ECMO can be successfully used in patients with SCD and severe cardiovascular dysfunction, clinicians should also be aware of the potential for serious complications in this high-risk population.
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- K W Kuo
- Department of Pediatrics and Communicable Diseases, Division of Critical Care, C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA.
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INTRODUCTION The field of extracorporeal life support, which has focused predominantly on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in the past, is undergoing rapid expansion following years of stagnation as newer devices and improved technology have become available. Additionally, new cannulae and cannulation techniques have allowed extracorporeal life support to be expanded to many groups who would have been excluded from support in the past. REVIEW This update will review the current state of the art since Rogers' Textbook of Pediatric Intensive Care (Fourth Edition) was published several years ago. The changing environment of extracorporeal support in terms of patient populations, technological advances, patient management, and outcome will be discussed. CONCLUSIONS Continued examination of the criteria and circumstances where extracorporeal life support is applied as well as outcomes which include morbidity, cost effectiveness, and quality of life are needed areas of continued research. Increasing collaborations between all centers performing extracorporeal life support throughout the world should remain a priority to further research and understanding of this complex field.
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Liebeskind DS, Sanossian N, Sapo ML, Saver JL. Cerebral microbleeds after use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in children. J Neuroimaging 2012; 23:75-8. [PMID: 22606942 DOI: 10.1111/j.1552-6569.2012.00723.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Cerebral microbleeds (CMB) on gradient-recalled echo (GRE) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are rarely seen in children, yet have been described following vascular procedures in adults. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been associated with vascular injury and neurological events in children, but there have been no reports to date of GRE MRI findings in children treated with ECMO. We reviewed MRI scans for all vascular neurology consultations in children treated with ECMO at an academic medical center over a 5-year period. In 6 of 12 cases, GRE was acquired as others were unstable or had contraindications to MRI. All 6 of 6 (100%) GRE cases (mean age 2.1 years, 7 female, 5 male) demonstrated CMB. CMB were multiple (>3 lesions), situated in cortical or lobar regions, with a striking predominance (5/6 cases) for the right carotid distribution. Other than CMB, no cases demonstrated intracranial hemorrhage. CMB may be noted on GRE MRI after ECMO and may reflect vascular damage from gaseous emboli.
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- David S Liebeskind
- UCLA Stroke Center, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA 90095-1769, USA.
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Pearce FB, Kirklin JK, Knott-Craig CJ, Holman WL, Barnhart DH, McMahon WS, Hayes LW, Borasino S. Patency of Internal Jugular Vein Following Repair after ECMO Stabilization Prior to Berlin Heart Implantation: Utility of Repaired Vein for Subsequent Cardiac Catheterization and Biopsy. CONGENIT HEART DIS 2008; 3:411-4. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1747-0803.2008.00222.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Mechanical circulatory support for fulminant myocarditis. Surg Today 2008; 38:773-7. [DOI: 10.1007/s00595-007-3724-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2006] [Accepted: 09/28/2007] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Slinko S, Caspersen C, Ratner V, Kim JJ, Alexandrov P, Polin R, Ten VS. Systemic hyperthermia induces ischemic brain injury in neonatal mice with ligated carotid artery and jugular vein. Pediatr Res 2007; 62:65-70. [PMID: 17515843 DOI: 10.1203/pdr.0b013e3180676cad] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Postnatal d 7 (p7) or p12 mice had their right carotid artery (CA) and jugular vein (JV) ligated to mimic veno-arterial (VA) access for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). At p9-11 (early) or p19-21 (late) mice were exposed to hyperthermia or normothermia followed by assessment of neuropathological injury score. In separate cohorts of mice, cerebral and peripheral blood flow (CBF, PBF) and cerebral ATP content was measured. Hyperthermia resulted in ischemic brain injury in 57% and 77% of mice subjected to early or late hyperthermia, respectively. Isolated CA+JV ligation induced minimal injury (score 0.47 +/- 0.34) in 2/8 mice from the late normothermia group. No cerebral injury was detected in mice subjected to early normothermia. In 3/19 shams (2/10 early, 1/9 late) hyperthermia induced a subtle (score, 0.6 +/- 0.27) injury in the ipsilateral to the site of surgery cortex. CBF and PBF increased in response to hyperthermia in all mice. The rise in CBF was significantly attenuated in the "ligated" versus intact hemisphere, which was associated with a profound depletion of ATP content. Systemic hyperthermia induces ischemic brain injury in mice with ligated CA+JV. We speculate that hyperthermia/fever can be a potential risk factor for brain injury in infants treated with VA ECMO.
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- Siarhei Slinko
- Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology, Columbia University, New York, New York 10032, USA
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Buesing KA, Kilian AK, Schaible T, Loff S, Sumargo S, Neff KW. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in infants with congenital diaphragmatic hernia: follow-up MRI evaluating carotid artery reocclusion and neurologic outcome. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2007; 188:1636-42. [PMID: 17515387 DOI: 10.2214/ajr.06.1319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of our study was to prospectively assess, using MRI and MR angiography, the cerebral and vascular status of 2-year-old children with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) in whom carotid artery reconstruction was performed after neonatal extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) therapy and to compare the neurologic development of children with vascular reocclusion with that of CDH children with successful repair and with non-ECMO controls. SUBJECTS AND METHODS A total of 30 infants (17 boys, 13 girls; 2 +/- 0.26 years) were included. Of these, 18 (60%) infants received arteriovenous ECMO therapy with subsequent reconstruction of the right common carotid artery (RCCA). Two years postoperatively, the children were examined with cerebral MRI, including 3D time-of-flight and contrast-enhanced 3D MR angiography of the intra- and extracranial brain-supplying arteries. The pathologic findings were analyzed for the ability to predict impaired neurologic development. RESULTS The RCCA was occluded or highly stenotic in 13 (72%) of 18 children. All infants showed intra- and extracranial collaterals and a patent internal carotid artery. The average duration of ECMO was not longer than in cases of successful reconstruction (p = 1). The ECMO group showed a significantly greater incidence of cerebral injuries (p = 0.007) but no relevant impairment in neurologic development compared with controls (p = 0.26). Unsuccessful RCCA repair had no predictive value for a poor neurologic outcome (p = 1). CONCLUSION The outcome of RCCA repair after ECMO is possibly poorer than expected, with vascular occlusion or high-grade stenosis occurring in almost three quarters of patients. Although reocclusion of the RCCA does not increase the risk for cerebral lesions or an impaired neurologic development during the first 2 years postoperatively, the overall benefit of RCCA repair remains doubtful, and the potential long-term risk arising from these plaques has yet to be assessed.
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- Karen A Buesing
- Department of Clinical Radiology, University Hospital Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Theodor Kutzer Ufer 1-3, Mannheim 68167, Germany.
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Trittenwein G, Plenk S, Mach E, Mostafa G, Boigner H, Burda G, Hermon M, Golej J, Pollak A. Quantitative Electroencephalography Values of Neonates During and After Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation and Permanent Ligation of Right Common Carotid Artery. Artif Organs 2006; 30:447-51. [PMID: 16734596 DOI: 10.1111/j.1525-1594.2006.00240.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in neonates commonly needs neck vessel cannulation leading to ligation of right common carotid artery (RCCA) in some cases. Quantitative electroencephalography (EEG) measurements provide reproducible data of cerebral function. The aim of this case-control study was to test whether ligation of the RCCA results in EEG changes after ECMO weaning. Ten mechanically ventilated neonates not treated with ECMO were eligible as control patients. Seven ECMO patients receiving similar sedoanalgesia were investigated during and after ECMO and RCCA ligation. Dominant frequency, absolute alpha, theta, delta, and total powers of right and left frontocentral and temporooccipital derivations were calculated. Dominant frequency did not differ among groups. Power was found to be significantly decreased in all frequency bands during ECMO. After weaning from ECMO, EEG differences between the ECMO and control groups disappeared in spite of permanent RCCA ligation. It is concluded that ligation of the RCCA per se does not result in quantitative EEG changes.
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- Gerhard Trittenwein
- Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, University Children's Hospital, Vienna, Austria.
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Hanley FL. Religion, politics…deep hypothermic circulatory arrest. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2005; 130:1236. [PMID: 16256773 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcvs.2005.07.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2005] [Revised: 07/01/2005] [Accepted: 07/29/2005] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Goodman M, Gringlas M, Baumgart S, Stanley C, Desai SA, Turner M, Streletz LJ, Graziani LJ. Neonatal electroencephalogram does not predict cognitive and academic achievement scores at early school age in survivors of neonatal extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. J Child Neurol 2001; 16:745-50. [PMID: 11669348 DOI: 10.1177/088307380101601007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is an effective rescue treatment for severe cardiorespiratory failure in term or near-term neonates, although a wide range of neurologic sequelae have been noted in a substantial minority of survivors. The objective of the present study was to determine the value of the neonatal electroencephalogram (EEG) for predicting Wechler Preschool and Primary Scale of Intelligence-Revised (WPPSI-R), Wide Range Achievement Test, and Wide Range Assessment of Memory and Language scores at early school age in 66 testable survivors of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation who were not severely brain damaged. Technically satisfactory EEG recordings were obtained at least twice following admission to our nursery and prior to discharge. The EEGs were classified and graded according to standard criteria. The developmental test results of those who had only normal or mildly abnormal neonatal EEGs (group 1, n = 9) were compared with those who had at least one moderately or markedly abnormal recording (group 2, n = 57). School-age test and subtest scores were not statistically significantly worse in group 2 versus group 1 infants. No child in group 1 and five children in group 2 had WPPSI-R Full-Scale IQ scores of less than 70. Of the nine children in group 2 who had at least one markedly abnormal neonatal EEG recording (graded as burst suppression or as electrographic seizure), only two had abnormally low WPPSI-R Full-Scale IQ scores. We conclude that EEG recordings obtained during the neonatal course of neonates treated with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation do not predict cognitive and academic achievement test results in survivors at early school age who were testable and not severely brain damaged.
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- M Goodman
- Department of Pediatrics, Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA.
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Dimmitt RA, Moss RL, Rhine WD, Benitz WE, Henry MC, Vanmeurs KP. Venoarterial versus venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in congenital diaphragmatic hernia: the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Registry, 1990-1999. J Pediatr Surg 2001; 36:1199-204. [PMID: 11479856 DOI: 10.1053/jpsu.2001.25762] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND/PURPOSE Venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) traditionally has been the mode of support used in congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). A few studies report success using venovenous (VV) ECMO. The purpose of this study is to compare outcomes in CDH patients treated with VA and VV. METHODS The authors queried the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Registry for newborns with CDH treated with ECMO from January 1, 1990 through December 31, 1999. They analyzed the pre-ECMO data, ECMO course, and complications. RESULTS VA was utilized in 2,257 (86%) and VV in 371 (14%) patients. The pre-ECMO status was similar, with greater use of nitric oxide, surfactant, and pressors in VV. Survival rate was similar (58.4% for VV and 52.2% for VA, P =.057). VA was associated with more seizures (12.3% v 6.7%, P =.0024) and cerebral infarction (10.5% v 6.7%, P =.03). Sixty-four treatments were converted from VV to VA (VV-->VA). Survival rate in VV-->VA was not significantly different than VA (43.8% v 52.2%, respectively; P =.23). VV-->VA and VA patients had similar neurologic complications. CONCLUSIONS CDH patients treated with VV and VA have similar survival rates. VA had more neurologic complications. The authors identified no disadvantage to the use of VV as an initial mode of ECMO for CDH, although some infants may need conversion to VA.
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- R A Dimmitt
- Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94304, USA
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Davis PJ, Shekerdemian LS. Meconium aspiration syndrome and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed 2001; 84:F1-3. [PMID: 11124912 PMCID: PMC1721213 DOI: 10.1136/fn.84.1.f1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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- P J Davis
- Heartlink ECMO Centre, Glenfield Hospital, Leicester, UK
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Recent neonatal intensive care outcome studies are asking more focused research questions and incorporating, at least implicitly, pathogenetic models. A few have grappled with the complex issues of health-related quality of life and functional outcomes and the many factors that affect these outcomes. The need to evaluate high-risk obstetrics is increasingly recognized. Studies of risk factors for neurodevelopmental outcomes provide valuable insights into mechanisms of and recovery from central nervous system injury. Ongoing study of the efficacy and effectiveness of interventions must continue amid concern about availability of family and developmental support for increasing numbers of survivors of high-risk obstetric and neonatal intensive care.
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- M C Allen
- The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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