Impact of Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Flow on Outcomes in Cardiogenic Shock

Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) is used to provide cardiopulmonary support in cardiogenic shock; however, high extracorporeal flow may increase left ventricular (LV) afterload leading to LV distention and intracardiac stasis. It is unclear how ECMO flow affects patient outcomes and complications related to ECMO. Retrospective review of patients at a single institution placed on VA ECMO from 2007 to 2018 was performed. Patients were divided into full flow (flow index> 2.2 L/min/m2) and partial flow (flow index
Source: ASAIO Journal - Category: Medical Devices Tags: Adult Circulatory Support Source Type: research