Amniotic fluid embolism ‐induced cardiopulmonary collapse successfully treated with combination VA‐ECMO and Impella CP

We present a case of AFE resulting in cardiopulmonary collapse and subsequent cardiac arrest where we were able to safely deliver the baby and resuscitate the mother with veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and Impella CP —a novel combination known as ECPELLA. We discuss the implications of this approach as a more efficacious strategy in resuscitating AFE-induced cardiogenic shock and arrest.

Source: ESC Heart Failure - December 8, 2022 Category: Cardiology Authors: Hafez Golzarian, Alaha Mariam, Sidra R. Shah, Benjamin A. Pasley, Syed H. Haq, Anne R. Edgerton, William E. Scherger, Vanessa L. Stallkamp, Dennis Patel, Amanda Laird, William C. Cole, Sandeep M. Patel Tags: Case Report Source Type: research