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Davies MG, Hart JP. Extracorporal Membrane Oxygenation in Massive Pulmonary Embolism. Ann Vasc Surg 2024; 105:287-306. [PMID: 38588954 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2024.02.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2023] [Revised: 02/09/2024] [Accepted: 02/10/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024]
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BACKGROUND Massive pulmonary embolism (MPE) carries significant 30-day mortality risk, and a change in societal guidelines has promoted the increasing use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in the immediate management of MPE-associated cardiovascular shock. This narrative review examines the current status of ECMO in MPE. METHODS A literature review was performed from 1982 to 2022 searching for the terms "Pulmonary embolism" and "ECMO," and the search was refined by examining those publications that covered MPE. RESULTS In the patient with MPE, veno-arterial ECMO is now recommended as a bridge to interventional therapy. It can reliably decrease right ventricular overload, improve RV function, and allow hemodynamic stability and restoration of tissue oxygenation. The use of ECMO in MPE has been associated with lower mortality in registry reviews, but there has been no significant difference in outcomes between patients treated with and without ECMO in meta-analyses. Applying ECMO is also associated with substantial multisystem morbidity due to systemic inflammatory response, bleeding with coagulopathy, hemorrhagic stroke, renal dysfunction, and acute limb ischemia, which must be factored into the outcomes. CONCLUSIONS The application of ECMO in MPE should be combined with an aggressive interventional pulmonary interventional program and should strictly adhere to the current selection criteria.
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- Mark G Davies
- Center for Quality, Effectiveness, and Outcomes in Cardiovascular Diseases, Houston, TX; Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Ascension Health, Waco, TX.
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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Yuan Z, Liu Y, Wei G, Wang F, Yao B, Hou X, Xing J. Clinical characteristics of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation in China: a multicenter retrospective study. BMC Anesthesiol 2024; 24:230. [PMID: 38987696 PMCID: PMC11234634 DOI: 10.1186/s12871-024-02618-2] [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: 01/07/2024] [Accepted: 07/02/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024] Open
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PURPOSE Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) might markedly increase the survival of selected patients with refractory cardiac arrest. But the application situation and indications remained unclear. MATERIALS AND METHODS We respectively reviwed all adult patients who underwent ECPR from January 2017 to March 2021. Patient characteristics, initiation and management of ECMO, complications, and outcomes were collected and compared between the survivors and nonsurvivors. LASSO regression was used to screen risk factors. Multivariate logistic regression was performed with several parameters screened by LASSO regression. RESULTS Data were reported from 42 ECMO centers covering 19 provinces of China. A total of 648 patients were included in the study, including 491 (75.8%) males. There were 11 ECPR centers in 2017, and the number increased to 42 in 2020. The number of patients received ECPR increased from 33 in 2017 to 274 in 2020, and the survival rate increased from 24.2% to 33.6%. Neurological complications, renal replacement therapy, epinephrine dosage after ECMO, recovery of spontaneous circulation before ECMO, lactate clearance and shockable rhythm were risk factors independently associated with outcomes of whole process. Sex, recovery of spontaneous circulation before ECMO, lactate, shockable rhythm and causes of arrest were pre-ECMO risk factors independently affecting outcomes. CONCLUSIONS From January 2017 to March 2021, the numbers of ECPR centers and cases in mainland China increased gradually over time, as well as the survival rate. Pre-ECMO risk factors, especially recovery of spontaneous circulation before ECMO, shockable rhythm and lactate, are as important as post-ECMO management,. Neurological complications are vital risk factors after ECMO that deserved close attention. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT04158479, registered on 2019/11/08. https://clinicaltrials.gov/NCT04158479.
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- Zhiyong Yuan
- Department of Critical Care Medicine, the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China
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- Center for Cardiac Intensive Care, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, 100029, China.
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, the Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong Province, China.
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Powell E, Keller AP, Galvagno SM. Advanced Critical Care Techniques in the Field. Crit Care Clin 2024; 40:463-480. [PMID: 38796221 DOI: 10.1016/j.ccc.2024.03.003] [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: 05/28/2024]
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Critical care principles and techniques continue to hold promise for improving patient outcomes in time-dependent diseases encountered by emergency medical services such as cardiac arrest, acute ischemic stroke, and hemorrhagic shock. In this review, the authors discuss several current and evolving advanced critical care modalities, including extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation, resuscitative endovascular occlusion of the aorta, prehospital thrombolytics for acute ischemic stroke, and low-titer group O whole blood for trauma patients. Two important critical care monitoring technologies-capnography and ultrasound-are also briefly discussed.
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- Elizabeth Powell
- Program in Trauma, University of Maryland School of Medicine, R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, 22 S Greene Street, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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- Medical Modernization and Plans Division, 162 Dodd Boulevard, Langley Air Force Base, VA 23665, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Maryland School of Medicine, 22 S Greene Street, S11C16, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA.
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Buda KG, Robinson EC, Titus J, Eckman PM, Chavez I, Cravero E, Stanberry L, Hryniewicz K. Routine Versus Selective Distal Perfusion Catheter Use in Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. ASAIO J 2024:00002480-990000000-00515. [PMID: 38941597 DOI: 10.1097/mat.0000000000002264] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/30/2024] Open
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Although current studies support the use of prophylactic distal perfusion catheters (DPCs) to decrease limb ischemia in patients on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO), methods for monitoring limb ischemia differ between studies. We evaluated the safety of a selective rather than prophylactic DPC strategy at a single center with a well-established protocol for limb ischemia monitoring. Distal perfusion catheters were placed selectively if there was evidence of hypoperfusion at any point until decannulation. All patients were followed daily by vascular surgery with continuous regional saturation monitoring. Of 188 patients supported with VA ECMO, there were no significant differences in baseline characteristics between patients with upfront, delayed, and no DPC. Thirty day mortality was highest in patients with an upfront DPC (56% in the upfront DPC group, 19% in the delayed DPC group, and 22% in the no-DPC group, p < 0.001). The incidence of major bleeding, fasciotomy, and amputation in the entire cohort was 3.7%, 3.7%, and 0%, respectively. With strict adherence to a protocol for limb ischemia monitoring, a selective rather than prophylactic DPC strategy is safe and may obviate the risks of an additional arterial catheter.
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- Kevin G Buda
- From the Cardiology Division, Allina Health - Minneapolis Heart Institute, Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Cardiology Division, Department of Internal Medicine, Hennepin Healthcare, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Ascension Illinois Heart & Vascular, Chicago, Illinois
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Essentia Health, Duluth, Minnesota
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- From the Cardiology Division, Allina Health - Minneapolis Heart Institute, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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- From the Cardiology Division, Allina Health - Minneapolis Heart Institute, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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- Cardiology Division, Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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- Cardiology Division, Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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- From the Cardiology Division, Allina Health - Minneapolis Heart Institute, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Ascandar N, Hadaya J, Cho NY, Ali K, Sanaiha Y, Benharash P. Clinical Outcomes and Resource Utilization in Patients With Peripheral Arterial Disease Hospitalized for Acute Coronary Syndrome. Am J Cardiol 2024; 222:72-77. [PMID: 38701873 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjcard.2024.04.049] [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: 01/29/2024] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/05/2024]
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Previous studies have shown an association between acute limb ischemia and higher mortality in patients with acute myocardial infarction. Although peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a well-known risk factor for development of macrovascular pathology, the effect of its severity is not well investigated in patients hospitalized for acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Using a national cohort of patients with various degrees of PAD, we investigated in-hospital outcomes in patients who were admitted for ACS. Using the 2016 to 2020 Nationwide Readmissions Database, we queried all patients who were hospitalized for ACS (unstable angina, non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction, and ST-elevation myocardial infarction). Patients were further divided into 3 groups, either no PAD (non-PAD), PAD, or critical limb ischemia (CLI). Multivariable models were designed to adjust for patient and hospital factors and examine the association between ACS and PAD severity. Of approximately 3,834,181 hospitalizations for ACS, 6.4% had PAD, 0.2% had CLI, and all others were non-PAD. After risk adjustment, in-hospital mortality was higher by 24% in PAD (adjusted odds ratio 1.24, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.21 to 1.28) and 86% in CLI (adjusted odds ratio 1.86, 95% CI 1.62 to 2.09) compared with non-PAD. Furthermore, PAD and CLI were linked to 1.23-fold (95% CI 1.20 to 1.26) and 1.67-fold (95% CI 1.45 to 1.86) greater odds of cardiogenic shock compared with non-PAD. Additionally, PAD and CLI were linked with higher odds of mechanical circulatory support usage, cardiac arrest and acute kidney injury compared with non-PAD. Lastly, duration of hospital stay, hospitalization costs and odds of non-home discharge and 30-day readmissions were greater in patients with PAD and CLI compared with non-PAD. PAD severity was associated with worse clinical outcomes in patients with ACS, including in-hospital mortality and resource utilization.
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- Nameer Ascandar
- Cardiovascular Outcomes Research Laboratories, Department of Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California; Department of Internal Medicine, HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital, Sarasota, Florida
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- Cardiovascular Outcomes Research Laboratories, Department of Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California
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- Cardiovascular Outcomes Research Laboratories, Department of Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California
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- Cardiovascular Outcomes Research Laboratories, Department of Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California
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- Cardiovascular Outcomes Research Laboratories, Department of Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California
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- Cardiovascular Outcomes Research Laboratories, Department of Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, California.
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Davis HD, Habarth-Morales TE, Messa CA, Broach RB, Lin IC. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation-Associated Compartment Syndrome: Review of a National Database. J Surg Res 2024; 298:94-100. [PMID: 38593603 DOI: 10.1016/j.jss.2024.02.012] [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: 01/28/2024] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)-associated compartment syndrome (CS) is a rare complication seen in critically ill patients. The epidemiology and management of ECMO-associated CS in the upper extremity (UE) and lower extremity (LE) are poorly defined in the literature. We sought to determine the epidemiology and characterize treatment and outcomes of UE-CS compared to LE-CS in the setting of ECMO therapy. METHODS Adult patients undergoing ECMO therapy were identified in the Nationwide Readmission Database (2015-2019) and followed up for 6 months. Patients were stratified based on UE-CS versus LE-CS. Primary outcomes were fasciotomy and amputation. All-cause mortality and length of stay were also collected. Risk-adjusted modeling was performed to determine patient- and hospital-level factors associated with differences in the management UE-CS versus LE-CS while controlling for confounders. RESULTS A total of 24,047 cases of ECMO during hospitalization were identified of which 598 were complicated by CS. Of this population, 507 cases were in the LE (84.8%), while 91 (15.5%) were in the UE. After multivariate analysis, UE-CS patients were less likely to undergo fasciotomy (50.5 vs. 70.9; P = 0.013) and were less likely to undergo amputation of the extremity (3.3 vs. 23.7; P = 0.001) although there was no difference in mortality (58.4 vs. 65.4; P = 0.330). CONCLUSIONS ECMO patients with CS experience high mortality and morbidity. UE-CS has lower rates of fasciotomy and amputations, compared to LE-CS, with similar mortality. Further studies are needed to elucidate the reasons for these differences.
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- Harrison D Davis
- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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Tonna JE, Cho SM. Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Crit Care Med 2024; 52:963-973. [PMID: 38224260 PMCID: PMC11098703 DOI: 10.1097/ccm.0000000000006185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2024]
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- Joseph E Tonna
- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT
- Division of Neuroscience Critical Care, Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
- Division of Neuroscience Critical Care, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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Seadler BD, Melamed J, Sow M, Rogers AL, Syed A, Linsky PL, Ubert HA, Schena S, Durham LA, Almassi GH. A model for delivery of extracorporeal life support in a stand-alone veterans affairs medical center. Artif Organs 2024; 48:675-682. [PMID: 38321771 DOI: 10.1111/aor.14722] [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: 07/28/2023] [Revised: 01/09/2024] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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INTRODUCTION For the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) to continue to perform complex cardiothoracic surgery, there must be an established pathway for providing urgent/emergent extracorporeal life support (ECLS). Partnership with a nearby tertiary care center with such expertise may be the most resource-efficient way to provide ECLS services to patients in post-cardiotomy cardiogenic shock or respiratory failure. The goal of this project was to assess the efficiency, safety, and outcomes of surgical patients who required transfer for perioperative ECLS from a single stand-alone Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) to a separate ECLS center. METHODS Cohort consisted of all cardiothoracic surgery patients who experienced cardiogenic shock or refractory respiratory failure at the local VAMC requiring urgent or emergent institution of ECLS between 2019 and 2022. The primary outcomes are the safety and timeliness of transport. RESULTS Mean time from the initial shock call to arrival at the ECLS center was 2.8 h. There were no complications during transfer. Six patients (86%) survived to decannulation. CONCLUSION These results suggest that complex cardiothoracic surgery can be performed within the VHA system and when there is an indication for ECLS, those services can be safely and effectively provided at an affiliated, properly equipped center.
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- Benjamin D Seadler
- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Clement J Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Clement J Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Clement J Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Clement J Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Clement J Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Clement J Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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Johannes F, Frohofer-Vollenweider R, Teuschl Y. Neurological Complications of the Lower Extremities After Femoral Cannulated Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Systematic Review. J Intensive Care Med 2024; 39:534-541. [PMID: 38018080 PMCID: PMC11092294 DOI: 10.1177/08850666231217679] [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: 08/13/2023] [Revised: 11/10/2023] [Accepted: 11/15/2023] [Indexed: 11/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Femoral cannulated extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been associated with neurologic complications in the lower extremity ipsilateral to the cannulation. There is uncertainty about the prevalence of these complications and their mechanisms of development. OBJECTIVE Aim of this systematic review was to investigate the prevalence of neurological complications after ECMO and to describe possible underlying mechanisms. METHOD A systematic literature search was performed in Medline-Ovid, Embase, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and PEDro until April 2021 for clinical trials in English or German language which quantified neurologic complications in the lower extremity ipsilateral to the ECMO cannulation of adults. The complications had to be delimitable to intensive care unit-acquired weakness. Methodological quality was assessed by 2 independent investigators using the Quality Assessment Tool for Observational Cohort and Cross-Sectional Studies of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. RESULTS Eight observational studies were included in the synthesis. Study quality was good to fair in 88% of the papers. Overall, 47 of 202 patients (23.3%; ranging from 3% to 48% across studies) with femoral ECMO cannulation showed neurologic complications of the lower extremity ipsilateral to the cannulation. Peripheral ischemia and compression of nerves by the ECMO cannula are discussed as mechanisms of injury. CONCLUSION The occurrence of neurological complications after ECMO was common and can lead to long-term impairment. The mechanisms are largely unknown but currently there is no sufficient evidence for the involvement of ECMO. Standardized assessments are needed to systematically screen for neurological complications early after ECMO, to enable countermeasures and prevent further complications.
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- Frauke Johannes
- Department of Clinical Neurosciences and Preventive Medicine, University of Continuing Education Krems, Krems, Austria
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- Nursing and Allied Health Profession Office, Physiotherapy Occupational Therapy, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences and Preventive Medicine, University of Continuing Education Krems, Krems, Austria
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Cui AN, Wang Y, Li YL, Li ZSZ, Xu AR, Li X, Han YX. ICU Nurses' Perception of Sensitive Indicators of Quality of Care for ECMO Patients in Guizhou Province, China: A Cross-Sectional Study. Risk Manag Healthc Policy 2024; 17:1417-1426. [PMID: 38835952 PMCID: PMC11147946 DOI: 10.2147/rmhp.s453800] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2024] [Indexed: 06/06/2024] Open
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Purpose This study aimed to investigate the cognitive evaluation level of ICU nurses in Guizhou Province, China, on the sensitivity indicators of nursing quality for ECMO patients. Patients and Methods This was a cross-sectional observational study conducted in Guizhou Province, China, from May to July 2023, 259 ICU nurses were surveyed. Objective sampling method was used to select the participants from 10 hospitals in Guizhou Province that carried out ECMO. Data were collected through questionnaire survey. Two researchers checked and recorded Epidata 3.1. SPSS 25.0 was used for statistical analysis of the data, and frequency, mean and component ratio were used for descriptive statistical analysis. The importance rating was used to reflect the degree of nurses' agreement with the indicators. Results The results of this study showed that 79.1% of the 253 ICU nurses in Guizhou Province, China, had not participated in training and courses related to indicators of quality of care evaluation for ECMO patients. The main way for ICU nurses to acquire knowledge related to indicators of quality of care sensitivity for ECMO patients was departmental training, which accounted for 87.4%. And the other ways, in descending order, were public, the matic lectures or academic conferences, journals and magazines; their evaluation scores of the importance of most of the quality of care sensitivity indicators for ECMO patients was moderate, with the scores ranging from 73 to 150. Among them, the range of importance evaluation scores for each indicator was 4.01 ~ 4.48. Conclusion The overall cognitive evaluation of ICU nurses in Guizhou Province, China, on most sensitivity indicators of quality of care for ECMO patients was moderate, and there is a general lack of systematic courses and training on the knowledge related to ECMO care quality sensitive indicators.
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- An-Ni Cui
- School of Nursing, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, People's Republic of China
- Nursing Department, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, People's Republic of China
- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, People's Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, Guizhou, People's Republic of China
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Murphy S, Flatley M, Piper L, Mason P, Sams V. Indications and Outcomes for Adult Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation at a Military Referral Facility. Mil Med 2024:usae189. [PMID: 38743578 DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usae189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2023] [Revised: 02/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Extracorporeal life support, including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), is a potentially life-saving adjunct to therapy in patients experiencing pulmonary and/or cardiac failure. The U.S. DoD has only one ECMO center, in San Antonio, Texas. In this study, we aimed to analyze outcomes at this center in order to determine whether they are on par with those reported elsewhere in the literature. MATERIALS AND METHODS In this observational study, we analyzed data from patients treated with ECMO at the only DoD ECMO center between September 2012 and April 2020. The primary outcome was survival to discharge, and secondary outcomes were discharge disposition and incidence of complications. RESULTS One hundred and forty-three patients were studied, with a 70.6% rate of survival to discharge. Of the patients who survived, 32.7% were discharged home; 32.7% were discharged to a rehabilitation facility; and 33.7% were transferred to another hospital, 29.4% of whom were transferred to lung transplant centers. One patient left against medical advice. Incidence of ECMO-related complications were as follows: 64 patients (44.7%) experienced hemorrhagic complications, 80 (55.9%) had renal complications, 61 (42.6%) experienced cardiac complications, 39 (27.3%) had pulmonary complications, and 5 patients (3.5%) experienced limb ischemia. We found that these outcomes were comparable to those reported in the literature. CONCLUSIONS Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation can be an efficacious adjunct in management of critically ill patients who require pulmonary and/or cardiac support. This single-center observational study demonstrated that the DoD's only ECMO center has outcomes comparable with the reported data in Extracorporeal Life Support Organization's registry.
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- Samantha Murphy
- Department of Surgery, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX 78229, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Landstuhl 66849, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesiology, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, TX 78229, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Trauma and Surgical Critical Care, The University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH 45219, USA
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Lee HS, Lee CH, Jang JS, Cho JW, Jeon YH. Differences in Treatment Outcomes According to the Insertion Method Used in Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: A Single-Center Experience. J Chest Surg 2024; 57:281-288. [PMID: 38472119 PMCID: PMC11089061 DOI: 10.5090/jcs.23.118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 12/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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Background Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a key treatment method used with patients in cardiac arrest who do not respond to medical treatment. A critical step in initiating therapy is the insertion of ECMO cannulas. Peripheral ECMO cannulation methods have been preferred for extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR). Methods Patients who underwent ECPR at Daegu Catholic University Medical Center between January 2017 and May 2023 were included in this study. We analyzed the impact of 2 different peripheral cannulation strategies (surgical cutdown vs. percutaneous cannulation) on various factors, including survival rate. Results Among the 99 patients included in this study, 66 underwent surgical cutdown, and 33 underwent percutaneous insertion. The survival to discharge rates were 36.4% for the surgical cutdown group and 30.3% for the percutaneous group (p=0.708). The ECMO insertion times were 21.3 minutes for the surgical cutdown group and 10.3 minutes for the percutaneous group (p<0.001). The factors associated with overall mortality included a shorter low-flow time (hazard ratio [HR], 1.045; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.019-1.071; p=0.001) and whether return of spontaneous circulation was achieved (HR, 0.317; 95% CI, 0.127-0.787; p=0.013). Low-flow time was defined as the time from the start of cardiopulmonary resuscitation to the completion of ECMO cannula insertion. Conclusion No statistically significant difference in in-hospital mortality was observed between the surgical and percutaneous groups. However, regardless of the chosen cannulation strategy, reducing ECMO cannulation time was beneficial, as a shorter low-flow time was associated with significant benefits in terms of survival.
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- Han Sol Lee
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Daegu Catholic University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Daegu Catholic University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Daegu Catholic University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Daegu Catholic University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Daegu Catholic University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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Finn D, Stevens J, Tolkacz M, Robinson J, Mangla J, Iacco A. Calcium Channel Blocker Overdose: What Role Does Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Have in Support? A Systematic Review of the Literature. ASAIO J 2024; 70:404-408. [PMID: 38165982 DOI: 10.1097/mat.0000000000002129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2024] Open
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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has had increasing prevalence and indications in the last decade. Calcium channel blocker overdose (CCBOD) can lead to significant cardiopulmonary dysfunction and has also increased in recent years. CCBOD results in cardiac depression, vasoplegia, and hyperglycemia. Expert consensus recommends treatment with calcium, high-dose insulin, inotropes, and vasopressors. Our systematic review evaluated when to initiate ECMO in the CCBOD population and the mortality rate associated with use. Electronic literature review identified all relevant studies for CCBOD and ECMO. PRISMA guidelines for systematic review were followed. Three independent authors reviewed abstracts and full texts, and only CCB ingestion without polypharmacy was included. Two authors independently collected data, which included demographics, current medical treatments, ECMO type, and survival. From 314 abstracts, 25 papers were included with a median publication year of 2019. Twenty-six patients were included with an average age of 32.7 years and 42%/58% male/female. Average time on ECMO 4.3 days. VA and VV ECMO use were 92.3% and 7.7%, respectively, and 84.6% of patients survived to hospital discharge. Before ECMO, most patients received 4-5 medical treatments (53.8%). Our systematic review demonstrates ECMO is a newly used, yet valuable therapy for CCBOD when medical treatment fails. Survival to discharge after ECMO for CCBOD is substantially higher than standard VV or VA ECMO. Medical management is still the mainstay therapy for CCBOD, but we show that a persistently unstable patient may benefit from prompt evaluation at an ECMO center for treatment.
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- Daniel Finn
- From the Department of General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Royal Oak, Michigan
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Cha S, Kostibas MP. Echocardiographic and Point-of-Care Ultrasonography (POCUS) Guidance in the Management of the ECMO Patient. J Clin Med 2024; 13:2630. [PMID: 38731160 PMCID: PMC11084171 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13092630] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2024] [Revised: 04/12/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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Veno-arterial (V-A) and Veno-venous (V-V) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support is increasingly utilized for acute cardiogenic shock and/or respiratory failure. Echocardiography and point-of-care ultrasonography (POCUS) play a critical role in the selection and management of these critically ill patients, however, there are limited guidelines regarding their application. This comprehensive review describes current and potential application of echocardiography and POCUS for pre-ECMO assessment and patient selection, cannulation guidance with emphasis on dual-lumen configurations, diagnosis of ECMO complications and trouble-shooting of cannula malposition, diagnosis of common cardiac or pulmonary pathologies, and assessment of ECMO weaning appropriateness including identification of the aortic mixing point in V-A ECMO.
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- Stephanie Cha
- Department of Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 1800 Orleans Street Suite 6216, Baltimore, MD 21287, USA;
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Xenitopoulou MP, Ziampa K, Evangeliou AP, Tzikas S, Vassilikos V. Percutaneous Mechanical Circulatory Support in Acute Heart Failure Complicated with Cardiogenic Shock. J Clin Med 2024; 13:2642. [PMID: 38731171 PMCID: PMC11084767 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13092642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2024] [Revised: 04/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/27/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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Despite advancements in algorithms concerning the management of cardiogenic shock, current guidelines still lack the adequate integration of mechanical circulatory support devices. In recent years, more and more devices have been developed to provide circulatory with or without respiratory support, when conservative treatment with inotropic agents and vasopressors has failed. Mechanical circulatory support can be contemplated for patients with severe, refractory, or acute-coronary-syndrome-related cardiogenic shock. Through this narrative review, we delve into the differences among the types of currently used devices by presenting their notable advantages and inconveniences. We address the technical issues emerging while choosing the best possible device, temporarily as a bridge to another treatment plan or as a destination therapy, in the optimal timing for each type of patient. We also highlight the diverse implantation and removal techniques to avoid major complications such as bleeding and limb ischemia. Ultimately, we hope to shed some light in the gaps of evidence and the importance of conducting further organized studies around the topic of mechanical circulatory support when dealing with such a high mortality rate.
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- 3rd Department of Cardiology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 546 42 Thessaloniki, Greece
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Banks CA, Blakeslee-Carter J, Nkie V, Spangler EL, Still SA, Eudailey KW, McElwee SK, Blood MS, Novak Z, Beck AW. Occurrence, predictors, and management of late vascular complications following extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. J Vasc Surg 2024:S0741-5214(24)01064-4. [PMID: 38657701 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2024.04.041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2024] [Revised: 04/09/2024] [Accepted: 04/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Vascular complications (VCs) associated with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) during index hospitalization are prevalent and associated with increased mortality. Few studies have evaluated late VCs following ECMO; this study aims to assess occurrence and management practices of late VCs following discharge. METHODS A retrospective single-institution review was performed of all patients surviving initial hospitalization after being cannulated for central or peripheral veno-venous (VV) or veno-arterial (VA) ECMO between January 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020. Primary outcomes were to categorize and determine the rate of late VCs. Late VCs were defined as any cannulated vessel injury resulting from ECMO cannulation presenting after discharge from index hospitalization. Analysis was conducted by cannulated vessel and stratified by VV or VA ECMO configurations. RESULTS A total of 229 patients were identified, of which 50.6% (n = 116) survived until discharge. Late VCs occurred in 7.8% of the surviving cohort (n = 9/116); with a median time until presentation of 150 days (interquartile range, 83-251 days). The most common late VC was infection (n = 5; 55.6%) followed by progression to limb-threatening ischemia (n = 4; 44.4%). Urgent procedures were required in 55.6% of patients (n = 5), whereas 44.4% (n = 4) were elective interventions. Interventions performed for management of late VCs included lower extremity arterial revascularization (n = 6; 66.7%), major (n = 1; 11.1%) or minor amputation (n = 1; 11.1%), and wound debridement (n = 1; 11.1%). The majority of patients presenting with late VCs had initially been cannulated for peripheral VA ECMO (n = 8; 88.9%), and one patient (11.1%) was cannulated for peripheral VV ECMO. VCs during index hospitalization were seen in 77.8% of patients (n = 7) returning with late VCs. Odds for late VCs were significantly increased in patients that had been cannulated for ECMO as part of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (odds ratio, 8.4; P = .016) and in cases where patients had experienced an index VC during index hospitalization (odds ratio, 19.3; P = .001). CONCLUSIONS Late vascular complications after peripheral ECMO cannulation are not rare, particularly after arterial cannulation. Patients should be followed closely early after surviving ECMO with wound evaluation and formal assessment of perfusion with ankle-branchial indices in the cannulated limb.
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- C Adam Banks
- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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- Division of Cardiovascular Disease, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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- Division of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL.
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Yang J, Xie X, Li J, Li Y, Li B, Wang C, Jiang P. Which strategy is better for lung transplantation: Cardiopulmonary bypass or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation? Perfusion 2024:2676591241242018. [PMID: 38557237 DOI: 10.1177/02676591241242018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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Background: In lung transplantation surgery, extracorporeal life support (ECLS) is essential for safety. Various support methods, including cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and off-pump techniques, are used, with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) gaining prominence. However, consensus on the best support strategy is lacking.Purpose: This article reviews risks, benefits, and outcomes of different support strategies in lung transplantation. By consolidating knowledge, it aims to clarify selecting the most appropriate ECLS modality.Research Design: A comprehensive literature review examined CPB, off-pump techniques, and ECMO outcomes in lung transplantation, including surgical results and complications.Study Sample: Studies, including clinical trials and observational research, focused on ECLS in lung transplantation, both retrospective and prospective, providing a broad evidence base.Data Collection and/or Analysis: Selected studies were analyzed for surgical outcomes, complications, and survival rates associated with CPB, off-pump techniques, and ECMO to assess safety and effectiveness.Results: Off-pump techniques are preferred, with ECMO increasingly vital as a bridge to transplant, overshadowing CPB. However, ECMO entails hidden risks and higher costs. While safer than CPB, optimizing ECMO postoperative use and monitoring is crucial for success.Conclusions: Off-pump techniques are standard, but ECMO's role is expanding. Despite advantages, careful ECMO management is crucial due to hidden risks and costs. Future research should focus on refining ECMO use and monitoring to improve outcomes, emphasizing individualized approaches for LT recipients.
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- Jianbao Yang
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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Simons J, Mees B, MacLaren G, Fraser JF, Zaaqoq AM, Cho SM, Patel BM, Brodie D, Bělohlávek J, Belliato M, Jung JS, Salazar L, Meani P, Mariani S, Di Mauro M, Yannopoulos D, Broman LM, Chen YS, Riera J, van Mook WN, Lorusso R. Evolution of distal limb perfusion management in adult peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation with femoral artery cannulation. Perfusion 2024; 39:23S-38S. [PMID: 38651584 DOI: 10.1177/02676591241236650] [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: 04/25/2024]
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Limb ischaemia is a clinically relevant complication of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) with femoral artery cannulation. No selective distal perfusion or other advanced techniques were used in the past to maintain adequate distal limb perfusion. A more recent trend is the shift from the reactive or emergency management to the pro-active or prophylactic placement of a distal perfusion cannula to avoid or reduce limb ischaemia-related complications. Multiple alternative cannulation techniques to the distal perfusion cannula have been developed to maintain distal limb perfusion, including end-to-side grafting, external or endovascular femoro-femoral bypass, retrograde limb perfusion (e.g., via the posterior tibial, dorsalis pedis or anterior tibial artery), and, more recently, use of a bidirectional cannula. Venous congestion has also been recognized as a potential contributing factor to limb ischaemia development and specific techniques have been described with facilitated venous drainage or bilateral cannulation being the most recent, to reduce or avoid venous stasis as a contributor to impaired limb perfusion. Advances in monitoring techniques, such as near-infrared spectroscopy and duplex ultrasound analysis, have been applied to improve decision-making regarding both the monitoring and management of limb ischaemia. This narrative review describes the evolution of techniques used for distal limb perfusion during peripheral VA ECMO.
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- Jorik Simons
- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Vascular Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC+), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit, National University Health System, Singapore
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- Critical Care Research Group, The Prince Charles Hospital, University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Critical Care, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA
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- Division of Neuroscience Critical Care, Department of Neurology, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
- Division of Neuroscience Critical Care, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, School of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Critical Care, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Scottsdale, AZ, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- 2nd Department of Medicine - Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, General University Hospital in Prague, Prague, Czech Republic
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- SC AR 2 Anestesia e Terapia Intensiva Cardiotoracica, Foundation IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Korea University Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Intensive Care, Fundación Cardiovascular de Colombia, Bucaramanga, Colombia
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- S. Gerardo Hospital is the hospital of the departmen, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Department of Pediatric Perioperative Medicine and Intensive Care, ECMO Centre Karolinska, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Surgery, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department de Medicina Intensiva, Vall d'Hebron Institut de Recerca, SODIR, Hospital Universitari Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- School of Health Professions Education, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Academy for Postgraduate Medical Training, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Honzawa H, Taniguchi H, Abe T, Takeuchi I, Inoue A, Hifumi T, Sakamoto T, Kuroda Y. Prophylactic distal perfusion catheter and survival in patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: Secondary analysis of the SAVE-J II study. Am J Emerg Med 2024; 78:69-75. [PMID: 38237215 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajem.2024.01.009] [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: 08/02/2023] [Revised: 12/14/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024] Open
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PURPOSE The effect of a prophylactic distal perfusion catheter (DPC) after extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) in patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) remains unclear. Therefore, we aimed to clarify the association between prophylactic DPC and prognosis in patients with OHCA undergoing ECPR. MATERIALS AND METHODS A secondary analysis of the Study of Advanced Life Support for Ventricular Fibrillation with Extracorporeal Circulation in Japan (SAVE-J II) database was performed to compare groups of patients with and without prophylactic DPCs. A multivariate analysis of survival at discharge was performed using factors that were significant in the two-arm comparison. RESULTS A total of 2044 patients were included in the analysis after excluding those who met the exclusion criteria. Survival at discharge was observed in 548 (26.9%) patients. In total, 100 (4.9%) patients developed limb ischemia, among whom 14 (0.7%) required therapeutic intervention. Multivariate analysis showed that prophylactic DPC did not result in a significant difference in survival at discharge (odds ratio: 0.898 [0.652-1.236], p = 0.509). CONCLUSIONS The implementation of prophylactic DPC after ECPR for patients with OHCA may not contribute to survival at discharge.
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- Hiroshi Honzawa
- Emergency Care Department, Yokohama City University Hospital, Yokohama, Japan.
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- Advanced Critical Care and Emergency Center, Yokohama City University Medical Center, Yokohama, Japan
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- Advanced Critical Care and Emergency Center, Yokohama City University Medical Center, Yokohama, Japan
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- Emergency Care Department, Yokohama City University Hospital, Yokohama, Japan; Advanced Critical Care and Emergency Center, Yokohama City University Medical Center, Yokohama, Japan
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, Hyogo Emergency Medical Center, Kobe, Japan
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, St. Luke's International Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Teikyo University school of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Emergency, Disaster and Critical Care Medicine, Kagawa University Hospital, Kagawa, Japan
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Bridges CS, Taylor TN, Bini T, Ontaneda AM, Coleman RD, Hill JF, Montgomery NI, Shenava VR, Gerow FT. Acute Compartment Syndrome in Pediatric Patients on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support. J Pediatr Orthop 2024; 44:e285-e291. [PMID: 38084004 DOI: 10.1097/bpo.0000000000002592] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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BACKGROUND When acute compartment syndrome (ACS) occurs in pediatric patients requiring venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygen (VA ECMO) support, there is little data to guide surgeons on appropriate management. The purpose of this study is to characterize the presentation, diagnosis, timeline, and outcomes of patients who developed this complication. METHODS This is a single-center retrospective case series of children below 19 years old on VA ECMO support who subsequently developed extremity ACS between January 2016 and December 2022. Outcomes included fasciotomy findings, amputation, mortality, and documented function at the last follow-up. RESULTS Of 343 patients on VA ECMO support, 18 (5.2%) were diagnosed with ACS a median 29 hours after starting ECMO. Initial cannulation sites included 8 femoral, 6 neck, and 4 central. Femoral artery cannulation was associated with an increased risk of ACS [odds ratio=6.0 (CI: 2.2 to 15), P <0.0001]. In the hospital, the mortality rate was 56% (10/18). Fourteen (78%) patients received fasciotomies a median of 1.2 hours after ACS diagnosis. Only 4 (29%) patients had all healthy muscles at initial fasciotomy, while 9 (64%) had poor muscular findings in at least 1 compartment. Patients with worse findings at fasciotomy had a significantly longer duration between ischemia onset and ACS diagnosis. Patients required a median of 1.5 additional procedures after fasciotomy, and only 1 (7%) developed a surgical site infection. Of the 7 surviving fasciotomy patients, 2 required amputations, 3 developed an equinus contracture, 1 developed foot drop, and 3 had no ACS-related deficits. Four patients did not receive fasciotomies: 3 were deemed too ill and later died, and 1 was diagnosed too late to benefit. The only surviving nonfasciotomy patient required bilateral amputations. CONCLUSIONS Pediatric ECMO-associated ACS is not exclusive to patients with femoral artery cannulation. The majority of fasciotomy patients were diagnosed with ACS after muscle necrosis had already started. We were unable to definitively conclude whether fasciotomies provide better outcomes. There is a need for increased awareness and earlier recognition of this rare yet potentially devastating complication. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV-retrospective case series.
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- Critical Care Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital, Baylor College of Medicine
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- Critical Care Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital, Baylor College of Medicine
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Ciullo AL, Tonna JE. The state of emergency department extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation: Where are we now, and where are we going? J Am Coll Emerg Physicians Open 2024; 5:e13101. [PMID: 38260003 PMCID: PMC10800292 DOI: 10.1002/emp2.13101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2023] [Revised: 12/20/2023] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) has emerged in the context of the emergency department as a life-saving therapy for patients with refractory cardiac arrest. This review examines the utility of ECPR based on current evidence gleaned from three pivotal trials: the ARREST trial, the Prague study, and the INCEPTION trial. We also discuss several considerations in the care of these complex patients, including prehospital strategy, patient selection, and postcardiac arrest management. Collectively, the evidence from these trials emphasizes the growing significance of ECPR as a viable intervention, highlighting its potential for improved outcomes and survival rates in patients with refractory cardiac arrest when employed judiciously. As such, these findings advocate the need for further research and protocol development to optimize its use in diverse clinical scenarios.
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- Anna L. Ciullo
- Division of Cardiothoracic SurgeryDepartment of SurgeryUniversity of Utah HealthSalt Lake CityUtahUSA
- Division of Emergency MedicineDepartment of SurgeryUniversity of Utah HealthSalt Lake CityUtahUSA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic SurgeryDepartment of SurgeryUniversity of Utah HealthSalt Lake CityUtahUSA
- Division of Emergency MedicineDepartment of SurgeryUniversity of Utah HealthSalt Lake CityUtahUSA
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Martin-Villen L, Martin-Bermudez R, Perez-Chomon H, Fuset Cabanes MP. Role of ultrasound in the critical ill patient with ECMO. Med Intensiva 2024; 48:46-55. [PMID: 38171717 DOI: 10.1016/j.medine.2023.07.002] [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: 02/16/2023] [Accepted: 06/12/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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Ultrasound is an essential diagnostic tool in critically ill patients with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). With it, we can make an anatomical and functional (cardiac, pulmonary and vascular) evaluation which allows us to execute an adequate configuration, guides implantation, helps clinical monitorization and detects complications, facilitates withdrawal and complete post-implant evaluation. In patients with ECMO as respiratory support (veno-venous), thoracic ultrasound allows monitoring pulmonary illness evolution and echocardiography the evaluation of biventricular function, especially right ventricle function, and cardiac output to optimize oxygen transport. In ECMO as circulatory support (veno-arterial), echocardiography is the guide of hemodynamic monitoring, allows detecting the most frequent complications and helps the weaning. In ECMO teams, for a proper management of these patients, there must be trained intensivists with advanced knowledge on this technique.
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- Luis Martin-Villen
- Unidad de Gestión Clínica de Medicina Intensiva, Hospital Universitario Virgen del Rocío, Sevilla, Spain.
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- Unidad de Gestión Clínica de Medicina Intensiva, Hospital Universitario Virgen del Rocío, Sevilla, Spain
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- Unidad de Gestión Clínica de Medicina Intensiva, Hospital Universitario Virgen Macarena, Sevilla, Spain
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- Servicio de Medicina Intensiva, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain
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Oishi H, Numasawa T, Nohmi S, Nitobe Y, Ono H, Nagaoki T, Izawa T, Nodagashira T, Konn A. Exercise-induced acute rhabdomyolysis with bilateral gluteal, thigh, and leg compartment syndrome: A case report. J Orthop Sci 2024; 29:361-365. [PMID: 35272916 DOI: 10.1016/j.jos.2022.01.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2021] [Revised: 11/27/2021] [Accepted: 01/27/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Hirotaka Oishi
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hachinohe City Hospital, Hachinohe, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hachinohe City Hospital, Hachinohe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hachinohe City Hospital, Hachinohe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hachinohe City Hospital, Hachinohe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hachinohe City Hospital, Hachinohe, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hachinohe City Hospital, Hachinohe, Japan
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- Department of Critical Care and Emergency Medicine, Hachinohe City Hospital, Hachinohe, Japan
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- Department of Critical Care and Emergency Medicine, Hachinohe City Hospital, Hachinohe, Japan
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- Department of Critical Care and Emergency Medicine, Hachinohe City Hospital, Hachinohe, Japan
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Simons J, Di Mauro M, Mariani S, Ravaux J, van der Horst ICC, Driessen RGH, Sels JW, Delnoij T, Brodie D, Abrams D, Mueller T, Taccone FS, Belliato M, Broman ML, Malfertheiner MV, Boeken U, Fraser J, Wiedemann D, Belohlavek J, Barrett NA, Tonna JE, Pappalardo F, Barbaro RP, Ramanathan K, MacLaren G, van Mook WNKA, Mees B, Lorusso R. Bilateral Femoral Cannulation Is Associated With Reduced Severe Limb Ischemia-Related Complications Compared With Unilateral Femoral Cannulation in Adult Peripheral Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: Results From the Extracorporeal Life Support Registry. Crit Care Med 2024; 52:80-91. [PMID: 37678211 DOI: 10.1097/ccm.0000000000006040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/09/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) with femoral access is obtained through unilateral or bilateral groin cannulation. Whether one cannulation strategy is associated with a lower risk for limb ischemia remains unknown. We aim to assess if one strategy is preferable. DESIGN A retrospective cohort study based on the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization registry. SETTING ECMO centers worldwide included in the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization registry. PATIENTS All adult patients (≥ 18 yr) who received peripheral venoarterial ECMO with femoral access and were included from 2014 to 2020. INTERVENTIONS Unilateral or bilateral femoral cannulation. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS The primary outcome was the occurrence of limb ischemia defined as a composite endpoint including the need for a distal perfusion cannula (DPC) after 6 hours from implantation, compartment syndrome/fasciotomy, amputation, revascularization, and thrombectomy. Secondary endpoints included bleeding at the peripheral cannulation site, need for vessel repair, vessel repair after decannulation, and in-hospital death. Propensity score matching was performed to account for confounders. Overall, 19,093 patients underwent peripheral venoarterial ECMO through unilateral ( n = 11,965) or bilateral ( n = 7,128) femoral cannulation. Limb ischemia requiring any intervention was not different between both groups (bilateral vs unilateral: odds ratio [OR], 0.92; 95% CI, 0.82-1.02). However, there was a lower rate of compartment syndrome/fasciotomy in the bilateral group (bilateral vs unilateral: OR, 0.80; 95% CI, 0.66-0.97). Bilateral cannulation was also associated with lower odds of cannulation site bleeding (bilateral vs unilateral: OR, 0.87; 95% CI, 0.76-0.99), vessel repair (bilateral vs unilateral: OR, 0.55; 95% CI, 0.38-0.79), and in-hospital mortality (bilateral vs unilateral: OR, 0.85; 95% CI, 0.81-0.91) compared with unilateral cannulation. These findings were unchanged after propensity matching. CONCLUSIONS This study showed no risk reduction for overall limb ischemia-related events requiring DPC after 6 hours when comparing bilateral to unilateral femoral cannulation in peripheral venoarterial ECMO. However, bilateral cannulation was associated with a reduced risk for compartment syndrome/fasciotomy, lower rates of bleeding and vessel repair during ECMO, and lower in-hospital mortality.
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- Jorik Simons
- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiology, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine and Pneumology, University Hospital Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
- Department of Intensive Care, Hopital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Brussels, Belgium
- Department of UOC Anestesia e Rianimazione 2, Foundation IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
- ECMO Center Karolinska, Department of Pediatric Perioperative Medicine and Intensive Care, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
- Critical Care Research Group, The Prince Charles Hospital and The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Vienna Medical University, Vienna, Austria
- 2nd Department of Medicine-Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, General University Hospital in Prague, Prague, Czech Republic
- Department of Critical Care, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
- Emergency Medicine, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care, AO SS Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo, Alessandria, Italy
- Department of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and Child Health Evaluation and Research Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
- Cardiothoracic Intensive Care, National University Health System, Singapore
- Department of School of Health Professions Education, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Academy for Postgraduate Medical Training, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Vascular Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC+), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiology, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine and Pneumology, University Hospital Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
- Department of Intensive Care, Hopital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Brussels, Belgium
- Department of UOC Anestesia e Rianimazione 2, Foundation IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
- ECMO Center Karolinska, Department of Pediatric Perioperative Medicine and Intensive Care, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
- Critical Care Research Group, The Prince Charles Hospital and The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Vienna Medical University, Vienna, Austria
- 2nd Department of Medicine-Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, General University Hospital in Prague, Prague, Czech Republic
- Department of Critical Care, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
- Emergency Medicine, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care, AO SS Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo, Alessandria, Italy
- Department of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and Child Health Evaluation and Research Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
- Cardiothoracic Intensive Care, National University Health System, Singapore
- Department of School of Health Professions Education, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Academy for Postgraduate Medical Training, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Vascular Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC+), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiology, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine and Pneumology, University Hospital Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
- Department of Intensive Care, Hopital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Brussels, Belgium
- Department of UOC Anestesia e Rianimazione 2, Foundation IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
- ECMO Center Karolinska, Department of Pediatric Perioperative Medicine and Intensive Care, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
- Critical Care Research Group, The Prince Charles Hospital and The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Vienna Medical University, Vienna, Austria
- 2nd Department of Medicine-Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, General University Hospital in Prague, Prague, Czech Republic
- Department of Critical Care, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
- Emergency Medicine, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care, AO SS Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo, Alessandria, Italy
- Department of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and Child Health Evaluation and Research Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
- Cardiothoracic Intensive Care, National University Health System, Singapore
- Department of School of Health Professions Education, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Academy for Postgraduate Medical Training, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Vascular Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC+), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiology, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY
- Department of Intensive Care Medicine and Pneumology, University Hospital Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
- Department of Intensive Care, Hopital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Brussels, Belgium
- Department of UOC Anestesia e Rianimazione 2, Foundation IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
- ECMO Center Karolinska, Department of Pediatric Perioperative Medicine and Intensive Care, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
- Critical Care Research Group, The Prince Charles Hospital and The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Vienna Medical University, Vienna, Austria
- 2nd Department of Medicine-Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, General University Hospital in Prague, Prague, Czech Republic
- Department of Critical Care, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
- Emergency Medicine, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care, AO SS Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo, Alessandria, Italy
- Department of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and Child Health Evaluation and Research Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
- Cardiothoracic Intensive Care, National University Health System, Singapore
- Department of School of Health Professions Education, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Academy for Postgraduate Medical Training, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Vascular Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC+), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY
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- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy and Critical Care Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine and Pneumology, University Hospital Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Intensive Care, Hopital Erasme, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of UOC Anestesia e Rianimazione 2, Foundation IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- ECMO Center Karolinska, Department of Pediatric Perioperative Medicine and Intensive Care, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine and Pneumology, University Hospital Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Heinrich-Heine-University, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Critical Care Research Group, The Prince Charles Hospital and The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Vienna Medical University, Vienna, Austria
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- 2nd Department of Medicine-Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, General University Hospital in Prague, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Department of Critical Care, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
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- Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
- Emergency Medicine, Department of Surgery, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, UT
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- Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care, AO SS Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo, Alessandria, Italy
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- Department of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and Child Health Evaluation and Research Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
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- Cardiothoracic Intensive Care, National University Health System, Singapore
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- Department of Intensive Care Medicine, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of School of Health Professions Education, Maastricht University, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Academy for Postgraduate Medical Training, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Vascular Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center (MUMC+), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Heart and Vascular Center, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department of Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht (CARIM), Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Davies MG, Hart JP. Current status of ECMO for massive pulmonary embolism. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1298686. [PMID: 38179509 PMCID: PMC10764581 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1298686] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024] Open
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Massive pulmonary embolism (MPE) carries significant 30-day mortality and is characterized by acute right ventricular failure, hypotension, and hypoxia, leading to cardiovascular collapse and cardiac arrest. Given the continued high mortality associated with MPE, there has been ongoing interest in utilizing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) to provide oxygenation support to improve hypoxia and offload the right ventricular (RV) pressure in the belief that rapid reduction of hypoxia and RV pressure will improve outcomes. Two modalities can be employed: Veno-arterial-ECMO is a reliable process to decrease RV overload and improve RV function, thus allowing for hemodynamic stability and restoration of tissue oxygenation. Veno-venous ECMO can support oxygenation but is not designed to help circulation. Several societal guidelines now suggest using ECMO in MPE with interventional therapy. There are three strategies for ECMO utilization in MPE: bridge to definitive interventional therapy, sole therapy, and recovery after interventional treatment. The use of ECMO in MPE has been associated with lower mortality in registry reviews, but there has been no significant difference in outcomes between patients treated with and without ECMO in meta-analyses. Considerable heterogeneity in studies is a significant weakness of the available literature. Applying ECMO is also associated with substantial multisystem morbidity due to a systemic inflammatory response, hemorrhagic stroke, renal dysfunction, and bleeding, which must be factored into the outcomes. The application of ECMO in MPE should be combined with an aggressive pulmonary interventional program and should strictly adhere to the current selection criteria.
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- Mark G. Davies
- Center for Quality, Effectiveness, and Outcomes in Cardiovascular Diseases, Houston, TX, United States
- Department of Vascular/Endovascular Surgery, Ascension Health, Waco, TX, United States
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, United States
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Shu HT, Covarrubias O, Shah MM, Muquit ST, Yang VB, Zhao X, Kagabo W, Shou BL, Kalra A, Whitman G, Kim BS, Cho SM, LaPorte DM, Shafiq B. What Factors Are Associated With Arterial Line-Related Limb Ischemia in Patients on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation? A Single-Center Retrospective Cohort Study. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2023; 37:2489-2498. [PMID: 37735020 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2023.08.131] [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: 03/31/2023] [Revised: 06/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The primary purpose of this study was to identify factors associated with the development of arterial line-related limb ischemia in patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The authors also sought to characterize and report the outcomes of patients who developed arterial line-related limb ischemia. DESIGN Retrospective cohort study. SETTING A single academic tertiary referral ECMO center. PARTICIPANTS Consecutive patients who were treated with ECMO over 6 years. INTERVENTIONS Use of arterial line. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS A total of 278 consecutive ECMO patients were included, with 19 (7%) patients developing arterial line-related limb ischemia during the ECMO run. Postcannulation Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 1.20, 95% CI 1.08-1.32), Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation-II (aOR 0.84, 95% CI 0.74-0.95), and adjusted Vasopressor Dose Equivalence (aOR 1.03, 95% CI 1.01-1.05) scores were independently associated with the development of arterial line-associated limb ischemia. A SOFA score of ≥17 at the time of ECMO cannulation had an 80% sensitivity and 87% specificity for predicting arterial line-related limb ischemia. CONCLUSIONS Arterial line-related limb ischemia is much more common in ECMO patients than in the typical intensive care unit setting. The SOFA score may be useful in identifying which patients may be at risk for arterial line-related limb ischemia. As this was a single-center retrospective study, these results are inherently exploratory, and prospective multicenter studies are necessary to validate these results.
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- Henry T Shu
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Division of Neuroscience Critical Care, Departments of Neurology and Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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Brandorff M, Owyang CG, Tonna JE. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for cardiac arrest: what, when, why, and how. Expert Rev Respir Med 2023; 17:1125-1139. [PMID: 38009280 PMCID: PMC10922429 DOI: 10.1080/17476348.2023.2288160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 11/28/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) facilitated resuscitation was first described in the 1960s, but only recently garnered increased attention with large observational studies and randomized trials evaluating its use. AREAS COVERED In this comprehensive review of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR), we report the history of resuscitative ECMO, terminology, circuit configuration and cannulation considerations, complications, selection criteria, implementation and management, and important considerations for the provider. We review the relevant guidelines, different approaches to cannulation, postresuscitation management, and expected outcomes, including neurologic, cardiac, and hospital survival. Finally, we advocate for the participation in national/international Registries in order to facilitate continuous quality improvement and support scientific discovery in this evolving area. EXPERT OPINION ECPR is the most disruptive technology in cardiac arrest resuscitation since high-quality CPR itself. ECPR has demonstrated that it can provide up to 30% increased odds of survival for refractory cardiac arrest, in tightly restricted systems and for select patients. It is also clear, though, from recent trials that ECPR will not confer this high survival when implemented in less tightly protocoled settings and within lower volume environments. Over the next 10 years, ECPR research will explore the optimal initiation thresholds, best practices for implementation, and postresuscitation care.
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- Matthew Brandorff
- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, New York, USA
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- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, New York, USA
- Department of Emergency Medicine, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, New York, USA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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Shah NR, Spencer BL, Maselli KM, Williams KM, Sood V, Gadepalli SK, Thirumoorthi AS. Lower extremity complications in children following femoral cannulation for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Perfusion 2023:2676591231216326. [PMID: 37977555 DOI: 10.1177/02676591231216326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation cannulation strategies vary between adults and children. Femoral approach is common in adults and extremity morbidity is well-documented. Aside from limb ischemia, complications in children are theorized and have yet to be studied. This study aims to comprehensively evaluate implications of pediatric femoral cannulation. METHODS This is a single-center retrospective review of children <21 years, undergoing femoral venoarterial (VA) or venovenous (VV) cannulation between 2015 and 2022. The primary outcome was incidence of lower extremity complications on ECMO (groin hematoma/hemorrhage, vascular thrombosis, North-South syndrome, compartment syndrome, limb loss). Secondary outcome was incidence of post-decannulation extremity complications (pseudoaneurysm, surgical site infection, vascular thrombosis, motor/sensory deficits). RESULTS 29 children were cannulated via femoral approach. Most required VA support (89%). Common sites were right femoral artery (70.8%) and right femoral vein (56%). 18 patients (75%) had distal reperfusion cannulas (DPC) placed. Short-term lower extremity complication rate was 59%, most frequently groin hematoma/hemorrhage (30%) and North-South syndrome (19%). Compartment syndrome occurred in 3 patients (11%), though none suffered digit/limb loss. There were no significant differences in complications between cannulation approach (open vs percutaneous) or vessel laterality (ipsilateral vs contralateral). Of those decannulated (n = 15), median ECMO duration was 8 days. Following decannulation, 20% suffered pseudoaneurysm. Ten (63%) experienced ipsilateral motor weakness which resolved in 50% of patients at 1-month follow-up; 20% suffered sensory deficits all resolving by discharge. CONCLUSION Approximately one third of children who underwent femoral cannulation suffered groin hematoma/hemorrhage and nearly 20% experienced North-South syndrome. Following decannulation, most had extremity weakness while sensory deficits were rarer. This marked risk of extremity morbidity prompts proactive inpatient monitoring and close surveillance after discharge.
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- Nikhil R Shah
- Section of Pediatric Surgery, C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Section of Pediatric Surgery, C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Section of Pediatric Surgery, C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Section of Pediatric Surgery, C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Congenital Heart Center, Section of Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery, C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Section of Pediatric Surgery, C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Section of Pediatric Surgery, C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Yu A, Zhang M, Wang Y, Yan L, Guo C, Deng J, Xiong J. Health-related quality of life assessment instruments for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation survivors: A scoping review. Perfusion 2023:2676591231211518. [PMID: 37934027 DOI: 10.1177/02676591231211518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been successfully and widely used in adult patients for the past 5 years. About 50% of these patients can survive and are discharged from hospitals. Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) is crucial for evaluating survived ECMO patients. This scoping review aims to identify instruments commonly used to measure HRQOL of ECMO survivors and give pertinent instrument characteristics. METHODS A systematic search was conducted in PubMed, Web of Science, EMBASE (OVID), MEDLINE (OVID), CINAHL (EBSCO), Cochrane Library, and three Chinese databases from January 2012 to December 2021. Two reviewers independently reviewed publication selection and data extraction. RESULTS Twenty-nine studies met the inclusion criteria. Most studies (93%) were cross-sectional, and the median (or average) follow-up time ranged from 3 months to 9 years. Two prospective studies (7%) followed patients longitudinally until 1 year after discharge. ECMO survivors had poorer long-term HRQOL than the general population. However, it is comparable to or better than patients with other critical or chronic illnesses. Identified HRQOL assessment instruments show four generic HRQOL instruments, one disease-specific HRQOL instrument, and nineteen single-dimensional instruments. Seven instruments were used in more than three articles. SF-36 (86.2%), IES/IES-R (41.4%), and HADS (37.9%) were the most frequently used instruments. CONCLUSION The timing, frequency, and tools for HRQOL assessment of ECMO survivors are variable. No ECMO-specific HRQOL instrument was developed and validated. Further studies on assessment instruments are warranted. Research is also needed to identify interventions that may enhance HRQOL in ECMO survivors.
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- Anqi Yu
- School of Nursing, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- School of Nursing, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- School of Nursing, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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Ortoleva J. Limb Ischemia in Femoral Venoarterial ECMO Patients: Cutting to the Chase? J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2023; 37:2280-2281. [PMID: 37635041 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2023.07.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/29/2023]
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- Jamel Ortoleva
- Department of Anesthesiology, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA.
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Tonna JE. How confidently can we prognosticate survival when starting ECPR? Resuscitation 2023; 192:109972. [PMID: 37734701 PMCID: PMC10642582 DOI: 10.1016/j.resuscitation.2023.109972] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/23/2023]
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- Joseph E Tonna
- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT, USA.
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Dragulescu R, Armoiry X, Jacquet-Lagrèze M, Portran P, Schweizer R, Fellahi JL, Grinberg D, Obadia JF, Pozzi M. Lower Limb Ischemia in Surgical Femoral Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2023; 37:2272-2279. [PMID: 37598037 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2023.07.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Revised: 07/08/2023] [Accepted: 07/19/2023] [Indexed: 08/21/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To analyze the incidence, clinical impact on survival, and risk factors of lower limb ischemia (LLI) of surgical peripheral femoral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) in the current era. DESIGN A retrospective analysis of the authors' institutional database of VA ECMO was performed. Patients were divided into 2 groups according to the occurrence of LLI. The primary endpoint was survival to hospital discharge. Risk factors of LLI were searched with multivariate analyses. SETTING University hospital. PARTICIPANTS Adult patients receiving peripheral VA ECMO for refractory cardiogenic shock and cardiac arrest. INTERVENTIONS None. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS From January 2018 to December 2021, 188 patients (mean age: 52.0 ± 14.1 years; 63.8% male, 36.2% female) received peripheral VA ECMO. Male sex was more prevalent in the group without LLI (65.9% v 33.3%; p = 0.031). Twelve (6.4%) patients developed LLI during VA ECMO support (n = 6) or after VA ECMO removal (n = 6). Survival to hospital discharge was not statistically different between patients with and without LLI (50.0% v 48.3%; p = 0.571). Female sex patients were at increased risk for LLI (odds ratio 4.38, 95% CI 1.21-15.81; p = 0.024). CONCLUSIONS Peripheral femoral VA ECMO through a surgical approach is associated with a low LLI rate, which does not increase the risk of in-hospital mortality. The female sex is an independent risk factor for LLI.
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- Razvan Dragulescu
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, "Louis Pradel" Cardiologic Hospital, Lyon, France
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- University of Lyon, School of Pharmacy (ISPB)/UMR CNRS 5510 MATEIS/"Edouard Herriot" Hospital, Pharmacy Department, Lyon, France
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- Department of Anesthesia and ICU, "Louis Pradel" Cardiologic Hospital, Lyon, France
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- Department of Anesthesia and ICU, "Louis Pradel" Cardiologic Hospital, Lyon, France
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- Department of Anesthesia and ICU, "Louis Pradel" Cardiologic Hospital, Lyon, France
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, "Louis Pradel" Cardiologic Hospital, Lyon, France
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, "Louis Pradel" Cardiologic Hospital, Lyon, France
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, "Louis Pradel" Cardiologic Hospital, Lyon, France; Research on Healthcare Performance RESHAPE, INSERM U1290, Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, Lyon, France.
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Teixeira JP, Larson LM, Schmid KM, Azevedo K, Kraai E. Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Int Anesthesiol Clin 2023; 61:22-34. [PMID: 37589133 DOI: 10.1097/aia.0000000000000415] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/18/2023]
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- J Pedro Teixeira
- Department of Internal Medicine, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Center for Adult Critical Care, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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- Center for Adult Critical Care, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Department of Surgery, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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- Center for Adult Critical Care, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Center for Adult Critical Care, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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- Department of Internal Medicine, University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Center for Adult Critical Care, University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Wang L, Li C, Hao X, Rycus P, Tonna JE, Alexander P, Fan E, Wang H, Yang F, Hou X. Percutaneous cannulation is associated with lower rate of severe neurological complication in femoro-femoral ECPR: results from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Registry. Ann Intensive Care 2023; 13:77. [PMID: 37646841 PMCID: PMC10469150 DOI: 10.1186/s13613-023-01174-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 08/19/2023] [Indexed: 09/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Percutaneous cannulation is now accepted as the first-line strategy for extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) in adults. However, previous studies comparing percutaneous cannulation to surgical cannulation have been limited by small sample size and single-center settings. This study aimed to compare in-hospital outcomes in cardiac arrest (CA) patients who received femoro-femoral ECPR with percutaneous vs surgical cannulation. METHODS Adults with refractory CA treated with percutaneous (percutaneous group) or surgical (surgical group) femoro-femoral ECPR between January 2008 and December 2019 were extracted from the international Extracorporeal Life Support Organization registry. The primary outcome was severe neurological complication. Multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed to assess the association between percutaneous cannulation and in-hospital outcomes. RESULTS Among 3575 patients meeting study inclusion, 2749 (77%) underwent percutaneous cannulation. The proportion of patients undergoing percutaneous cannulation increased from 18% to 89% over the study period (p < 0.001 for trend). Severe neurological complication (13% vs 19%; p < 0.001) occurred less frequently in the percutaneous group compared to the surgical group. In adjusted analyses, percutaneous cannulation was independently associated with lower rate of severe neurological complication (odds ratio [OR] 0.62; 95% CI 0.46-0.83; p = 0.002), similar rates of in-hospital mortality (OR 0.93; 95% CI 0.73-1.17; p = 0.522), limb ischemia (OR 0.84; 95% CI 0.58-1.20; p = 0.341) and cannulation site bleeding (OR 0.90; 95% CI 0.66-1.22; p = 0.471). The comparison of outcomes provided similar results across different levels of center percutaneous experience or center ECPR volume. CONCLUSIONS Among adults receiving ECPR, percutaneous cannulation was associated with probable lower rate of severe neurological complication, and similar rates of in-hospital mortality, limb ischemia and cannulation site bleeding.
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- Liangshan Wang
- Center for Cardiac Intensive Care, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Center for Cardiac Intensive Care, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Center for Cardiac Intensive Care, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO), University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Division of Emergency Medicine, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Cardiology, Department of Pediatrics, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Interdepartmental Division of Critical Care Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Center for Cardiac Intensive Care, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Center for Cardiac Intensive Care, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, People's Republic of China.
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- Center for Cardiac Intensive Care, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, People's Republic of China.
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Loesaus S, Zahn PK, Bechtel M, Strauch JT, Buchwald D, Baumann A, Berres DM. Nucleated red blood cells are a predictor of mortality in patients under extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Eur J Med Res 2023; 28:270. [PMID: 37550743 PMCID: PMC10405375 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-023-01243-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2022] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/09/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The presence of Nucleated Red Blood Cells (NRBCs) in critically ill patients is associated with higher mortality and poor prognosis. Although patients on extracorporeal support such as veno-venous or veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV/VA-ECMO) are severely ill, NRBCs have rarely been investigated regarding their predictive value so far. METHODS As part of a retrospective study, we examined all cardiothoracic surgery patients from July 2019 to September 2020 who received ECMO treatment during their inpatient stay. The aim of this study was to investigate the occurrence of NRBCs during ECMO support in terms of their predictive value for mortality. RESULTS In total 30 patients (age at admission: 62.7 ± 14.3 year; 26 male; ECMO duration: 8.5 ± 5.1 days; ICU duration: 18.0 ± 14.5 days) were included. 16 patients (53.3%) died during their inpatient stay. There were no significant differences in demographic characteristics between VA- or VV- ECMO patients. NRBCs occurred in all patients while under ECMO support. NRBC value was significant higher in those who died (2299.6 ± 4356.6 µl) compared to the surviving patients (133.6 ± 218.8 µl, p < 0.001). Univariate analysis found that patients with a cutoff value of ≥ 270 NRBCs/µl during ECMO support were 39 times more likely to die (OR 39.0, 95% CI 1.5-997.5, p < 0.001). 12 out of 13 patients (92.3%) with ≥ 270 NRBCs/µl died. The area under the curve (AUC) of the receiver operating characteristic curve was 0.85 (95% CI 0.69-0.96) with a sensitivity of 75.0% and a specificity of 92.9%. CONCLUSION NRBCs appear to be an accurate biomarker for mortality in patients with ECMO support. They may be helpful in deciding if therapy becomes futile. Trial registration DRKS00023626 (December 20th 2020).
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- Sebastian Loesaus
- Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care and Pain Medicine, Ruhr- University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle-de-la-Camp- Platz 1, 44789, Bochum, Germany.
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care and Pain Medicine, Ruhr- University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle-de-la-Camp- Platz 1, 44789, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle-de-la-Camp-Platz-1, 44789, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle-de-la-Camp-Platz-1, 44789, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle-de-la-Camp-Platz-1, 44789, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care and Pain Medicine, Ruhr- University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle-de-la-Camp- Platz 1, 44789, Bochum, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Ruhr-University Hospital Bergmannsheil, Bürkle-de-la-Camp-Platz-1, 44789, Bochum, Germany
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Shu HT, Cho SM, Harris AB, Jami M, Shou BL, Griffee MJ, Zaaqoq AM, Wilcox CJ, Anders M, Rycus P, Whitman G, Kim BS, Shafiq B. Is Fasciotomy Associated With Increased Mortality in Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation? ASAIO J 2023; 69:795-801. [PMID: 37171978 DOI: 10.1097/mat.0000000000001969] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/14/2023] Open
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Our primary objective was to identify if fasciotomy was associated with increased mortality in patients who developed acute compartment syndrome (ACS) on extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR). Additionally, we sought to identify any additional risk factors for mortality in these patients and report the amputation-free survival following fasciotomy. We retrospectively reviewed adult ECPR patients from the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization registry who were diagnosed with ACS between 2013 and 2021. Of 764 ECPR patients with limb complications, 127 patients (17%) with ACS were identified, of which 78 (63%) had fasciotomies, and 14 (11%) had amputations. Fasciotomy was associated with a 23% rate of amputation-free survival. There were no significant differences in demographics or baseline laboratory values between those with and without fasciotomy. Overall, 88 of 127 (69%) patients with ACS died. With or without fasciotomy, the mortality of ACS patients was similar, 68% vs. 71%. Multivariable logistic regression demonstrated that body mass index (BMI; adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 1.22, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 1.01-1.48) and 24 hour mean blood pressure (BP; aOR = 0.93, 95% CI = 0.88-0.99) were independently associated with mortality. Fasciotomy was not an independent risk factor for mortality (aOR = 0.24, 95% CI = 0.03-1.88). The results of this study may help guide surgical decision-making for patients who develop ACS after ECPR. However, the retrospective nature of this study does not preclude selection bias in patients who have received fasciotomy. Thus, prospective studies are necessary to confirm these findings.
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- Henry T Shu
- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Division of Neuroscience Critical Care, Departments of Neurology and Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, Utah
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Georgetown University, Washington, DC
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Division of Critical Care Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas
- Extracorporeal Life Support Organization, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- Extracorporeal Life Support Organization, Ann Arbor, Michigan
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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Trieu NHK, Phan XT, Tran LT, Pham HM, Huynh DQ, Nguyen TM, Mai AT, Du QQM, Nguyen BX, Pham TTN. Risk factors for cannula-associated arterial thrombosis following extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support: a retrospective study. Acute Crit Care 2023; 38:315-324. [PMID: 37652861 PMCID: PMC10497893 DOI: 10.4266/acc.2023.00500] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Revised: 07/13/2023] [Accepted: 07/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Hemostatic dysfunction during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) due to blood-circuit interaction and the consequences of shear stress imposed by flow rates lead to rapid coagulation cascade and thrombus formation in the ECMO system and blood vessels. We aimed to identify the incidence and risk factors for cannula-associated arterial thrombosis (CaAT) post-decannulation. METHODS A retrospective study of patients undergoing arterial cannula removal following ECMO was performed. We evaluated the incidence of CaAT and compared the characteristics, ECMO machine parameters, cannula sizes, number of blood products transfused during ECMO, and daily hemostasis parameters in patients with and without CaAT. Multivariate analysis identified the risk factors for CaAT. RESULTS Forty-seven patients requiring venoarterial ECMO (VA-ECMO) or hybrid methods were recruited for thrombosis screening. The median Sequential Organ Failure Assessment score was 11 (interquartile range, 8-13). CaAT occurred in 29 patients (61.7%), with thrombosis in the superficial femoral artery accounting for 51.7% of cases. The rate of limb ischemia complications in the CaAT group was 17.2%. Multivariate analysis determined that the ECMO flow rate-body surface area (BSA) ratio (100 ml/min/m2) was an independent factor for CaAT, with an odds ratio of 0.79 (95% confidence interval, 0.66-0.95; P=0.014). CONCLUSIONS We found that the incidence of CaAT was 61.7% following successful decannulation from VA-ECMO or hybrid modes, and the ECMO flow rate-BSA ratio was an independent risk factor for CaAT. We suggest screening for arterial thrombosis following VA-ECMO, and further research is needed to determine the risks and benefits of such screening.
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- Ngan Hoang Kim Trieu
- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Intensive Care Unit, Cho Ray Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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- Intensive Care Unit, Tam Anh Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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- Intensive Care Unit, Cho Ray Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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- Intensive Care Unit, Cho Ray Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Intensive Care Unit, Cho Ray Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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- Intensive Care Unit, Cho Ray Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Intensive Care Unit, Cho Ray Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Intensive Care Unit, Cho Ray Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Intensive Care Unit, Cho Ray Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Ilias C, Koch A, Papathanasiou M, Luedike P, Rassaf T, Schmack B, Ayoub G, Lainka M, Ruhparwar A, Kamler M, Pizanis N. Vascular complications after peripheral veno-arterial extracorporeal life support cannulation in cardiogenic shock. IJC HEART & VASCULATURE 2023; 47:101230. [PMID: 37275625 PMCID: PMC10236458 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcha.2023.101230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2023] [Revised: 05/16/2023] [Accepted: 05/21/2023] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Background Extra Corporeal Life Support (ECLS) is an evolving therapy in therapy-resistant cardiogenic shock (CS). Vascular cannulation in emergency situations can be accomplished through puncture of the femoral vessels by specialised teams. Since lower limb ischemia constitutes one of the major complications following cannulation, a distal perfusion cannula (DPC) has emerged as standard of care. We here aimed to analyse the impact of the DPC on limb perfusion and 6-month survival rate. Methods In a retrospective study from January 2012 to December 2018, 98 patients with cardiogenic shock and peripheral (v-a) ECLS implantation with documented limb perfusion status were identified and analysed. Demographic data, laboratory parameters, cause of CS, comorbidities, limb perfusion complications and complication management were analysed. Results 53 patients (54%) received ECLS therapy in referral centers by our mobile ECLS team, while in 45 patients (46%) the cannulation occured in our center. 71 patients (72%) received a DPC (group A) at the time of ECLS implantation, whereas 27 (28%) (group B) did not or received later (14 patients owing to limb ischemia). 44 patients (45%) developed limb ischemia as a complication of ECLS therapy (31% in group A and 81% in group B- p < 0.001). The 6-month survival rate was 28% in our study cohort (30% in group A and 22% in group B- p = 0.469). Conclusion Lower limb ischemia remains a serious complication after peripheral ECLS cannulation in CS, especially when a DPC is absent. Standardised DPC implementation may reduce the rate of severe limb complications in peripheral ECLS.
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- Christos Ilias
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Essen, Essen, Germany
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Ajouri J, Lepper PM, Spangenberg T, Schneider NRE, Muellenbach RM. [Extracorporeal Life Support in Critical Care Medicine]. Anasthesiol Intensivmed Notfallmed Schmerzther 2023; 58:292-303. [PMID: 37192638 DOI: 10.1055/a-1859-0131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/18/2023]
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Veno-arterial extracorporeal life support (ECLS) may be indicated in patients with refractory heart failure. The list of conditions in which ECLS is successfully used is growing and includes cardiogenic shock following myocardial infarction, refractory cardiac arrest, septic shock with low cardiac output and severe intoxication. Femoral ECLS is the most common and often preferred ECLS-configuration in the emergency setting. Although femoral access is usually quick and easy to establish, it is also associated with specific adverse haemodynamic effects due to the direction of blood flow and access-site complications are inherent. Femoral ECLS provides adequate oxygen delivery and compensates for impaired cardiac output. However, retrograde blood flow into the aorta increases left ventricular afterload and may worsen left ventricular stroke work. Therefore, femoral ECLS is not equivalent to left ventricular unloading. Daily haemodynamic assessments are crucial and should include echocardiography and laboratory tests determining tissue oxygenation. Common complications include the harlequin-phenomenon, lower limb ischaemia or cerebral events and cannula site or intracranial bleeding. Despite a high incidence of complications and high mortality, ECLS is associated with survival benefits and better neurological outcomes in selected patient groups.
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Trela KC, Chaney MA. Are "Guidelines" for Acute Mechanical Circulatory Support Possible? J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2023:S1053-0770(23)00254-9. [PMID: 37321872 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2023.04.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
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Bernhardt AM, Copeland H, Deswal A, Gluck J, Givertz MM. The International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation/Heart Failure Society of America Guideline on Acute Mechanical Circulatory Support. J Heart Lung Transplant 2023; 42:e1-e64. [PMID: 36805198 DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2022.10.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2022] [Accepted: 10/28/2022] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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- Alexander M Bernhardt
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, University Heart and Vascular Center Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Lutheran Health Physicians, Fort Wayne, Indiana
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Heart and Vascular Institute, Hartford Hospital, Hartford, Connecticut
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts.
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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation During Pregnancy. Clin Obstet Gynecol 2023; 66:151-162. [PMID: 36044634 DOI: 10.1097/grf.0000000000000735] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023]
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In the last 2 decades, the use of venovenous (VV) and venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) during pregnancy and the postpartum period has increased, mirroring the increased utilization in nonpregnant individuals worldwide. VV ECMO provides respiratory support for patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) who fail conventional mechanical ventilation. With the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of VV ECMO has increased dramatically and data during pregnancy and the postpartum period are overall reassuring. In contrast, VA ECMO provides both respiratory and cardiovascular support. Data on the use of VA ECMO during pregnancy are extremely limited.
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Bernhardt AM, Copeland H, Deswal A, Gluck J, Givertz MM. The International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation/Heart Failure Society of America Guideline on Acute Mechanical Circulatory Support. J Card Fail 2023; 29:304-374. [PMID: 36754750 DOI: 10.1016/j.cardfail.2022.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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- Alexander M Bernhardt
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, University Heart and Vascular Center Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Lutheran Health Physicians, Fort Wayne, Indiana
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- Department of Cardiology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
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- Heart and Vascular Institute, Hartford Hospital, Hartford, Connecticut
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts.
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Guo A, Kotkar K, Schilling J, Jocher B, Fischer I, Masood MF, Itoh A. Improvements in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation for Primary Graft Failure After Heart Transplant. Ann Thorac Surg 2023; 115:751-757. [PMID: 35430222 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2022.03.065] [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] [Received: 08/01/2021] [Revised: 02/21/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Severe primary graft failure is a life-threatening complication of heart transplantation that may require venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) support. Surgical practices and management strategies regarding VA-ECMO vary between and within centers. METHODS We performed a single-center retrospective cohort study on adult patients who received VA-ECMO for primary graft failure between 2013 and 2020. Clinical data were obtained from chart review and national databases. Patients were stratified by transplantation before or after 2017, when our center adopted additional objective criteria for VA-ECMO, adopted partial-flow support, and changed from central cannulation to chimney graft arterial cannulation of brachiocephalic, axillary, or aorta. The primary outcome was survival to device weaning. Secondary outcomes were survival to discharge, survival to 1 year, complications on support, and time to sedation weaning and extubation. RESULTS From 276 heart transplant recipients, 39 severe primary graft failure patients requiring VA-ECMO were identified. Incidence of graft failure was 13% (n = 18 of 135) pre-2017 and 15% (n = 21 of 141) post-2017. Survival at all time points improved significantly after 2017, with greatest difference in survival to device weaning (61% pre-2017 vs 100% post-2017). After controlling for other factors in multivariable Cox regression modeling, transplantation after 2017 was a predictor of reduced mortality (hazard ratio, 0.209; 95% CI, 0.06-0.71; P = .01). Significant differences were not observed in other secondary outcomes of recovery. CONCLUSIONS The new VA-ECMO strategy displayed reasonable survival and a remarkable improvement from the prior system.
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- Aaron Guo
- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, St Louis, Missouri
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, St Louis, Missouri
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, St Louis, Missouri
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, St Louis, Missouri
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, St Louis, Missouri
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, St Louis, Missouri
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, St Louis, Missouri.
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Walsh RW, Smith NJ, Shepherd JF, Turbati MS, Teng BQ, Brazauskas R, Joyce DL, Joyce LD, Durham L, Rossi PJ. Peripherally inserted concomitant surgical right and left ventricular support, the Propella, is associated with low rates of limb ischemia, with mortality comparable with peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Surgery 2023; 173:855-863. [PMID: 36435648 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2022.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2022] [Revised: 10/02/2022] [Accepted: 10/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Mechanical circulatory support effectively treats adult cardiogenic shock. Whereas cardiogenic shock confers high mortality, acute limb ischemia is a known complication of mechanical circulatory support that confers significant morbidity. We compared our novel approach to peripheral mechanical circulatory support with a conventional femoral approach, with a focus on the incidence of acute limb ischemia. METHODS This was a retrospective cohort study of patients treated with mechanical circulatory support between January 1, 2015 and December 5, 2021 at our institution. Patients receiving any femoral peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation were compared with those receiving minimally invasive, peripherally inserted, concomitant right and left ventricular assist devices. These included the Impella 5.0 (Abiomed, Danvers, MA) left ventricular assist device and the ProtekDuo (LivaNova, London, UK) right ventricular assist device used concomitantly (Propella) approach. The primary outcome was incidence of acute limb ischemia. The baseline patient characteristics, hemodynamic data, and post-mechanical circulatory support outcomes were collected. Fisher exact test and Wilcoxon rank sum test was used for the categorical and continuous variables, respectively. Kaplan-Meier curves and log-rank test were used to estimate overall survival probabilities and survival experience, respectively. RESULTS Fifty patients were treated with mechanical circulatory support at our institution for cardiogenic shock, with 13 patients supported with the novel Propella strategy and 37 with peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. The baseline characteristics, including patient organ function and medical comorbidities, were similar among the groups. Nine patients suffered mortality in ≤48 hours of mechanical circulatory support initiation and were excluded. Twenty patients (69%) suffered acute limb ischemia in the peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation group; 0 patients receiving Propella suffered acute limb ischemia (P < .001). The percentages of patients surviving to discharge in peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and Propella groups were 24% and 69%, respectively (P = .007). CONCLUSION Patients treated with the Propella experienced a lower incidence of acute limb ischemia compared with patients treated with peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.
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- Richard W Walsh
- Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Division of Biostatistics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Division of Biostatistics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI.
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Contralateral Lower Extremity Ischemia on Femoral Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. ASAIO J 2023; 69:e128-e130. [PMID: 36730954 DOI: 10.1097/mat.0000000000001832] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Ipsilateral lower extremity ischemia is a common and morbid complication during veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). The cannula can impede ipsilateral distal arterial flow leading to critical limb ischemia. Cannula size, placement, and utilization of distal perfusion catheters are strategies that have been used to prevent this complication. We report the novel case of a 19-year-old female on VA-ECMO complicated by contralateral lower extremity ischemia. Diagnosis was made by computed tomography, and with repositioning of the femoral arterial cannula, she had a complete resolution of symptoms.
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Krasivskyi I, Großmann C, Dechow M, Djordjevic I, Ivanov B, Gerfer S, Bennour W, Kuhn E, Sabashnikov A, Rahmanian PB, Mader N, Eghbalzadeh K, Wahlers T. Acute Limb Ischaemia during ECMO Support: A 6-Year Experience. Life (Basel) 2023; 13:life13020485. [PMID: 36836842 PMCID: PMC9962883 DOI: 10.3390/life13020485] [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: 12/31/2022] [Revised: 02/06/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2023] [Indexed: 02/12/2023] Open
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The use of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) for cardiogenic shock is rising. Acute limb ischaemia remains one of the main complications after ECMO initiation. We analysed 104 patients from our databank from January 2015 to December 2021 who were supported with mobile ECMO therapy. We aimed to identify the impact of acute limb ischaemia on short-term outcomes in patients placed on ECMO in our institution. The main indication for ECMO therapy was left ventricular (LV) failure with cardiogenic shock (57.7%). Diameters of arterial cannulas (p = 0.365) showed no significant differences between both groups. Furthermore, concomitant intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP, p = 0.589) and Impella (p = 0.385) implantation did not differ significantly between both groups. Distal leg perfusion was established in approximately 70% of patients in two groups with no statistically significant difference (p = 0.960). Acute limb ischaemia occurred in 18.3% of cases (n = 19). In-hospital mortality was not significantly different (p = 0.799) in both groups. However, the bleeding rate was significantly higher (p = 0.005) in the limb ischaemia group compared to the no-limb ischaemia group. Therefore, early diagnosis and prevention of acute limb ischaemia might decrease haemorrhage complications in patients during ECMO therapy.
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- Ihor Krasivskyi
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +49-176-353-88719
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Heart Centre, Helios Hospital Siegburg, 53721 Siegburg, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, 50937 Cologne, Germany
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Extracorporeal Life Support for Trauma. Emerg Med Clin North Am 2023; 41:89-100. [DOI: 10.1016/j.emc.2022.09.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Ceulemans A, Derwael R, Vandenbrande J, Buyck K, Gruyters I, Van Tornout M, Murkin JM, Starinieri P, Yilmaz A, Stessel B. Incidence, predictors and vascular sequelae of distal limb ischemia in minimally invasive cardiac surgery with femoral artery cannulation: an observational cohort study. Heart Vessels 2023; 38:964-974. [PMID: 36723766 DOI: 10.1007/s00380-023-02241-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2022] [Accepted: 01/18/2023] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Literature regarding monitoring and consequences of distal limb ischemia due to femoral artery cannulation for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery (MICS) remains limited. The primary objective was to determine its incidence, defined as a ≥ 15% difference in regional Oxygen Saturation (rSO2) lasting ≥ four consecutive minutes between the cannulated and non-cannulated limb. The secondary objectives included: determination of distal limb ischemia, defined as a Tissue Oxygenation Index (TOI) < 50% in the cannulated limb, identification of predictors for distal limb ischemia, determination of a possible association of NIRS-diagnosed ischemia with acute kidney injury, and the need for vascular surgery up to six months after cardiac surgery. A prospective, observational cohort study with blinded rSO2-measurements to prevent intraoperative clinical decision-making. A single-center, community-hospital, clinical study. All consecutive patients ≥ 18 years old, and scheduled for predefined MICS. Patients underwent MICS with bilateral calf muscle rSO2-measurements conducted by Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS). In total 75/280 patients (26.79%) experienced distal limb ischemia according to the primary objective, while 18/280 patients (6.42%) experienced distal limb ischemia according to the secondary objective. Multivariate logistic regression showed younger age to be an independent predictor for distal limb ischemia (p = 0.003). None of the patients who suffered intraoperative ischemia required vascular surgery within the follow-up period. The incidence of NIRS-diagnosed ischemia varied from 6.4% to 26.8% depending on the used criteria. Short and long-term vascular sequelae, however, are limited and not intraoperative ischemia related. The added value of intraoperative distal limb NIRS monitoring for vascular reasons seems limited. Future research on femoral artery cannulation in MICS should shift focus to other outcome parameters such as acute kidney injury, postoperative pain or paresthesias.
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- Angelique Ceulemans
- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500, Hasselt, Belgium.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, University Hospitals-LHSC, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Jessa Hospital, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Jessa Hospital, Stadsomvaart 11, 3500, Hasselt, Belgium
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Vinogradsky A, Kurlansky P, Ning Y, Kirschner M, Beck J, Brodie D, Kaku Y, Fried J, Takeda K. Continuous near-infrared reflectance spectroscopy monitoring to guide distal perfusion can minimize limb ischemia surgery for patients requiring femoral venoarterial extracorporeal life support. J Vasc Surg 2023; 77:1495-1503. [PMID: 36603665 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2022.12.057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2022] [Revised: 12/26/2022] [Accepted: 12/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Patients requiring femoral venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal life support (ECLS) are at risk of distal lower limb hypoperfusion and ischemia of the cannulated leg. In the present study, we evaluated the effect of using continuous noninvasive lower limb oximetry with near-infrared reflectance spectroscopy (NIRS) to detect tissue hypoxia and guide distal perfusion catheter (DPC) placement on the rates of leg ischemia requiring surgical intervention. METHODS We performed a retrospective analysis of patients who had undergone femoral VA-ECLS at our institution from 2010 to 2014 (pre-NIRS era) and 2017 to 2021 (NIRS era). Patients who had undergone cannulation during the 2015 to 2016 transition era were excluded. The baseline characteristics, short-term outcomes, and ischemic complications requiring surgical intervention (eg, fasciotomy, thrombectomy, amputation, exploration) were compared across the two cohorts. RESULTS Of the 490 patients included in the present study, 141 (28.8%) and 349 (71.2%) had undergone cannulation before and after the routine use of NIRS to direct DPC placement, respectively. The patients in the NIRS cohort had had a greater incidence of hyperlipidemia (53.7% vs 41.1%; P = .015) and hypertension (71.4% vs 60%; P = .020) at baseline, although they were less likely to have been supported with an intra-aortic balloon pump before ECLS cannulation (26.9% vs 37.6%; P = .026). These patients were also more likely to have experienced cardiac arrest (22.9% vs 7.8%; P ≤ .001) and a pulmonary cause (5.2% vs 0.7%; P = .04) as an indication for ECLS, with ECLS initiated less often for acute myocardial infarction (15.8% vs 34%; P ≤ .001). The patients in the NIRS cohort had had a smaller arterial cannula size (P ≤ .001) and a longer duration of ECLS support (5 vs 3.25 days; P ≤ .001) but significantly lower rates of surgical intervention for limb ischemia (2.6% vs 8.5%; P = .007) despite comparable rates of DPC placement (49.1% vs 44.7%; P = .427), with only two patients (1.1%) not identified by NIRS ultimately requiring surgical intervention. CONCLUSIONS The use of a smaller arterial cannula (≤15F) and continuous NIRS monitoring to guide selective insertion of DPCs could be a valid and effective strategy associated with a reduced incidence of ischemic events requiring surgical intervention.
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- Alice Vinogradsky
- Division of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Center for Innovation and Outcomes Research, Department of Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Center for Innovation and Outcomes Research, Department of Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Department of Cardiovascular Perfusion, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Pulmonary, Allergy, and Critical Care Medicine, Department of Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY
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- Division of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, New York, NY.
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