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Gutierrez A, Kalra R, Chang KY, Steiner ME, Marquez AM, Alexy T, Elliott AM, Nowariak M, Yannopoulos D, Bartos JA. Bleeding and Thrombosis in Patients With Out-of-Hospital Ventricular Tachycardia/Ventricular Fibrillation Arrest Treated With Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. J Am Heart Assoc 2024; 13:e034516. [PMID: 38700025 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.123.034516] [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: 01/23/2024] [Accepted: 04/04/2024] [Indexed: 05/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation improves outcomes after out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. However, bleeding and thrombosis are common complications. We aimed to describe the incidence and predictors of bleeding and thrombosis and their association with in-hospital mortality. METHODS AND RESULTS Consecutive patients presenting with refractory ventricular tachycardia/ventricular fibrillation out-of-hospital cardiac arrest between December 2015 and March 2022 who met the criteria for extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation initiation at our center were included. Major bleeding was defined by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization's criteria. Adjusted analyses were done to seek out risk factors for bleeding and thrombosis and evaluate their association with mortality. Major bleeding occurred in 135 of 200 patients (67.5%), with traumatic bleeding from cardiopulmonary resuscitation in 73 (36.5%). Baseline demographics and arrest characteristics were similar between groups. In multivariable analysis, decreasing levels of fibrinogen were independently associated with bleeding (adjusted hazard ratio [aHR], 0.98 per every 10 mg/dL rise [95% CI, 0.96-0.99]). Patients who died had a higher rate of bleeds per day (0.21 versus 0.03, P<0.001) though bleeding was not significantly associated with in-hospital death (aHR, 0.81 [95% CI. 0.55-1.19]). A thrombotic event occurred in 23.5% (47/200) of patients. Venous thromboembolism occurred in 11% (22/200) and arterial thrombi in 15.5% (31/200). Clinical characteristics were comparable between groups. In adjusted analyses, no risk factors for thrombosis were identified. Thrombosis was not associated with in-hospital death (aHR, 0.65 [95% CI, 0.42-1.03]). CONCLUSIONS Bleeding is a frequent complication of extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation that is associated with decreased fibrinogen levels on admission whereas thrombosis is less common. Neither bleeding nor thrombosis was significantly associated with in-hospital mortality.
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- Alejandra Gutierrez
- Cardiovascular Division, Department of Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
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- Cardiovascular Division, Department of Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
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- Department of Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Pediatrics University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
- Division of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Department of Pediatrics University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
- Division of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Department of Pediatrics University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
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- Cardiovascular Division, Department of Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
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- Cardiovascular Division, Department of Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
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- Cardiovascular Division, Department of Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
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- Cardiovascular Division, Department of Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine University of Minnesota School of Medicine Minneapolis MN
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Troger F, Klug G, Poskaite P, Tiller C, Lechner I, Reindl M, Holzknecht M, Fink P, Brunnauer EM, Gizewski ER, Metzler B, Reinstadler S, Mayr A. Mitral annular disjunction in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest patients-a retrospective cardiac MRI study. Clin Res Cardiol 2024; 113:770-780. [PMID: 38602567 PMCID: PMC11026248 DOI: 10.1007/s00392-024-02440-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024]
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BACKGROUND Mitral annular disjunction (MAD), defined as defective attachment of the mitral annulus to the ventricular myocardium, has recently been linked to malignant arrhythmias. However, its role and prognostic significance in patients requiring cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) remain unknown. This retrospective analysis aimed to describe the prevalence and significance of MAD by cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) imaging in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients. METHODS Eighty-six patients with OHCA and a CMR scan 5 days after CPR (interquartile range (IQR): 49 days before - 9 days after) were included. MAD was defined as disjunction-extent ≥ 1 mm in CMR long-axis cine-images. Medical records were screened for laboratory parameters, comorbidities, and a history of arrhythmia. RESULTS In 34 patients (40%), no underlying cause for OHCA was found during hospitalization despite profound diagnostics. Unknown-cause OHCA patients showed a higher prevalence of MAD compared to definite-cause patients (56% vs. 10%, p < 0.001) and had a MAD-extent of 6.3 mm (IQR: 4.4-10.3); moreover, these patients were significantly younger (43 years vs. 61 years, p < 0.001), more often female (74% vs. 21%, p < 0.001) and had fewer comorbidities (hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, coronary artery disease, all p < 0.005). By logistic regression analysis, the presence of MAD remained significantly associated with OHCA of unknown cause (odds ratio: 8.49, 95% confidence interval: 2.37-30.41, p = 0.001) after adjustment for age, presence of hypertension, and hypercholesterolemia. CONCLUSIONS MAD is rather common in OHCA patients without definitive aetiology undergoing CMR. The presence of MAD was independently associated to OHCA without an identifiable trigger. Further research is needed to understand the exact role of MAD in OHCA patients.
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- Felix Troger
- University Clinic of Radiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Internal Medicine III, Cardiology and Angiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Radiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Internal Medicine III, Cardiology and Angiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Internal Medicine III, Cardiology and Angiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Internal Medicine III, Cardiology and Angiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Internal Medicine III, Cardiology and Angiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Internal Medicine III, Cardiology and Angiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Radiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Radiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Internal Medicine III, Cardiology and Angiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Internal Medicine III, Cardiology and Angiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Clinic of Radiology, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, 6020, Innsbruck, Austria.
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Gottula AL, Maciel CB, Nishikimi M, Kalra R, Sunshine J, Morgan RW. Wolf Creek XVII part 9: Wolf Creek Innovator in Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation Science Award. Resusc Plus 2024; 17:100519. [PMID: 38076386 PMCID: PMC10698667 DOI: 10.1016/j.resplu.2023.100519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2023] Open
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The Wolf Creek Conferences on Cardiac Arrest Resuscitation began in 1975, and have served as an important forum for thought leaders and scientists from industry and academia to come together with the common goal of advancing the field of cardiac arrest resuscitation. The Wolf Creek XVII Conference was hosted by the Max Harry Weil Institute of Critical Care Research and Innovation in Ann Arbor, Michigan on June 14-17, 2023. A new component of the conference was the Wolf Creek Innovator in Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation Science Award competition. The competition was designed to recognize early career investigators from around the world who's science is challenging the current paradigms in the field. Finalists were selected by a panel of international experts and invited to present in-person at the conference. The winner was chosen by electronic vote of conference participants and awarded a $10,0000 cash prize. Finalists included Carolina Barbosa Maciel from the University of Florida, Adam Gottula from the University of Michigan, Rajat Kalra from the University of Minnesota, Ryan Morgan from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Mitsuaki Nishikimi form Hiroshima University, and Jacob Sunshine from the University of Washington. Ryan Morgan from the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia was selected as the 2023 Wolf Creek Innovator Awardee. This manuscript provides a summary of the work presented by each of the finalists and provides a preview of the future of resuscitation science.
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- Adam L. Gottula
- The Max Harry Weil Institute for Critical Care Research and Innovation, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA
- Texas IPS, San Antonio, TX 78229, USA
- Institute for Extracorporeal Life Support, San Antonio, TX 78229, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Division of Neurocritical Care, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL 32611, USA
- Department of Neurology, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT 06520, USA
- Department of Neurology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 84132, USA
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- Laboratory of Critical Care Physiology, Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, Northwell Health, Manhasset, NY 11030, USA
- Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima 7348551, Japan
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
- Resuscitation Science Center, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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Kalra R, Yannopoulos D, Bartos JA. Left ventricular unloading during VA-ECMO: A Gordian knot of physiology. Resuscitation 2024; 195:110122. [PMID: 38266769 DOI: 10.1016/j.resuscitation.2024.110122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2024] [Revised: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 01/26/2024]
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- Rajat Kalra
- Cardiovascular Division, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States; Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States.
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- Cardiovascular Division, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States; Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Cardiovascular Division, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States; Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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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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Kalra R, Alexy T, Bartos JA, Prisco AR, Kosmopoulos M, Maharaj VR, Bernal AG, Elliott AM, Garcia S, Raveendran G, John R, Burkhoff D, Yannopoulos D. Left ventricular hemodynamics with veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Catheter Cardiovasc Interv 2024; 103:472-481. [PMID: 38197216 DOI: 10.1002/ccd.30951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2023] [Revised: 12/22/2023] [Accepted: 12/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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BACKGROUND There is considerable debate about the hemodynamic effects of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). AIMS To evaluate the changes in left ventricular (LV) function, volumes, and work in patients treated with VA-ECMO using invasive LV catheterization and three-dimensional echocardiographic volumes. METHODS Patients on VA-ECMO underwent invasive hemodynamic evaluation due to concerns regarding candidacy for decannulation. Hemodynamic parameters were reported as means±standard deviations or medians (interquartile ranges) after evaluating for normality. Paired comparisons were done to evaluate hemodynamics at the baseline (highest) and lowest tolerated levels of VA-ECMO support. RESULTS Twenty patients aged 52.3 ± 15.8 years were included. All patients received VA-ECMO for refractory cardiogenic shock (5/20 SCAI stage D, 15/20 SCAI stage E). At 3.0 (2.0, 4.0) days after VA-ECMO cannulation, the baseline LV ejection fraction was 20% (15%, 27%). The baseline and lowest VA-ECMO flows were 4.0 ± 0.6 and 1.5 ± 0.6 L/min, respectively. Compared to the lowest flow, full VA-ECMO support reduced LV end-diastolic volume [109 ± 81 versus 134 ± 93 mL, p = 0.001], LV end-diastolic pressure (14 ± 9 vs. 19 ± 9 mmHg, p < 0.001), LV stroke work (1858 ± 1413 vs. 2550 ± 1486 mL*mmHg, p = 0.002), and LV pressure-volume area (PVA) (4507 ± 1910 vs. 5193 ± 2388, p = 0.03) respectively. Mean arterial pressure was stable at the highest and lowest flows (80 ± 16 vs. 75 ± 14, respectively; p = 0.08) but arterial elastance was higher at the highest VA-ECMO flow (4.9 ± 2.2 vs lowest flow 2.7 ± 1.6; p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS High flow VA-ECMO support significantly reduced LV end-diastolic pressure, end-diastolic volume, stroke work, and PVA compared to minimal support. The Ea was higher and MAP was stable or minimally elevated on high flow.
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- Rajat Kalra
- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- The Carl and Edyth Lindner Center for Research and Education, The Christ Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Cardiothoracic Surgery Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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Hsu CH, Trummer G, Belohlavek J, Yannopoulos D, Bartos JA. Wolf Creek XVII Part 7: Mechanical circulatory support. Resusc Plus 2023; 16:100493. [PMID: 37965244 PMCID: PMC10641702 DOI: 10.1016/j.resplu.2023.100493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2023] Open
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Introduction Failure to restore spontaneous circulation remains a major cause of death for cardiac arrest (CA) patients. Mechanical circulatory support, specifically extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR), has emerged as a feasible and efficacious rescue strategy for selected refractory CA patients. Methods Mechanical Circulatory Support was one of six focus topics for the Wolf Creek XVII Conference held on June 14-17, 2023 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA. Conference invitees included international thought leaders and scientists in the field of CA resuscitation from academia and industry. Participants submitted via online survey knowledge gaps, barriers to translation and research priorities for each focus topic. Expert panels used the survey results and their own perspectives and insights to create and present a preliminary unranked list for each category that was debated, revised and ranked by all attendees to identify the top 5 for each category. Results Top 5 knowledge gaps included optimal patient selection, pre-ECPR treatments, logistical and programmatic characteristics of ECPR programs, generalizability and effectiveness of ECPR, and prevention of reperfusion injury. Top 5 barriers to translation included cost/resource limitations, technical challenges, collaboration across multiple disciplines, limited patient population, and early identification of eligible patients. Top 5 research priorities focused on comparing the outcomes of prehospital/rapid transport strategies vs in-hospital ECPR initiation, implementation of high-performing ECPR system vs standard care, rapid patient identification tools vs standard clinical judgment, post-cardiac arrest bundled care vs no bundled care, and standardized ECPR clinical protocol vs routine care. Conclusion This overview can serve as an innovative guide to transform the care and outcome of patients with refractory CA.
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- Cindy H. Hsu
- Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
- The Max Harry Weil Institute for Critical Care Research and Innovation, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Heart Center Freiburg University, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Germany
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- 2nd Department of Medicine – Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, First Faculty of Medicine, Charles University in Prague and General University Hospital in Prague, Czech Republic
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- Department of Medicine-Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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- Department of Medicine-Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, USA
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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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Kalra R, Gaisendrees C, Alexy T, Kosmopoulos M, Jaeger D, Schlachtenberger G, Raveendran G, Bartos JA, Gutierrez Bernal A, John R, Wahlers T, Yannopoulos D. Case Report: Correlation between pulmonary capillary wedge pressure and left-ventricular diastolic pressure during treatment with veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1271227. [PMID: 37937291 PMCID: PMC10626540 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1271227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 11/09/2023] Open
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Background Pulmonary capillary wedge pressure (PCWP) is often used as a surrogate for left-ventricular end-diastolic pressure in patients (LVEDP) who are on veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) support for cardiogenic shock and cardiac arrest. However, the correlation between PCWP and LVEDP is not clear in the setting of V-A ECMO usage. We sought to evaluate this correlation in this case series. Methods Patients were referred to our cardiac catheterization laboratory for invasive hemodynamic studies to assess their readiness for VA-ECMO decannulation. All patients underwent simultaneous left and right heart catheterization. Using standard techniques, we measured PCWP and LVEDP simultaneously. Continuous variables were reported as medians with interquartile ranges. The correlation between PCWP and LVEDP was evaluated using simple linear regression and reported as R2. Results Four patients underwent invasive hemodynamic studies 4 (2.5, 7) days after VA-ECMO cannulation. All four patients had suffered in-hospital cardiac arrest and had been put on VA-ECMO. At the baseline level of VA-ECMO flow of 4.1 (3.8, 4.4) L/min, the median LVEDP and PCWP were 6 (4, 7.5) mmHg and 12 (6.5, 16) mmHg, respectively. At the lowest level of VA-ECMO flow of 1.9 (1.6, 2.0) L/min, the median LVEDP and PCWP was 13.5 (8.5, 16) mmHg and 15 (13, 18) mmHg, respectively. There was a poor correlation between the simultaneously measured PCWP and LVEDP (R2 = 0.03, p = 0.66). Conclusions The PCWP may not correlate well with LVEDP in patients treated with VA-ECMO, particularly at high levels of VA-ECMO support.
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- Rajat Kalra
- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- INSERMU 1116, University of Lorraine, Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Cardiothoracic Surgery Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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Gaisendrees C, Jaeger D, Kalra R, Kosmopoulos M, Harkins K, Marquez A, Hodgson L, Kollmar L, Bartos J, Yannopoulos D. The Minnesota first-responder AED project: Aiming to increase survival in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Resusc Plus 2023; 15:100437. [PMID: 37576444 PMCID: PMC10416018 DOI: 10.1016/j.resplu.2023.100437] [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] [Indexed: 08/15/2023] Open
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There are 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) cases annually in the United States of America. Using automated external defibrillators (AEDs) has increased survival in cardiac arrests (CA) with an initial shockable rhythm. Thus, guidelines recommend complete geographical coverage with AEDs. To fill in the gaps in Minnesota, the Center for Resuscitation Medicine at the University of Minnesota raised an $18.8 million grant from the Helmsley Charitable Trust to supply law enforcement first responders with AEDs and, thus, increase survival rates after OHCA by reducing the time to first shock. This report elaborates on the decision-making, fundraising, and logistic strategy required to reach statewide AED coverage. Methods The baseline need for AEDs was analyzed using a questionnaire sent out to state law enforcement agencies, state patrols, city and county agencies, and tribal agencies in 2021. Furthermore, OHCA cases of 2021 were reviewed. The combination of this information led to an action plan to equip and train all agencies throughout the state's eight regions with AEDs. Results The electronic survey was initially sent out to 358 agencies. The initial response rate was 77% (n = 276). This resulted in a total need of 8300 AEDs to be deployed over three years (2022-2025). As of 2023, over 4769 AEDs have been distributed, covering 237 sites. Conclusion By equipping first responders with AED systems, the Center for Resuscitation Medicine aims to shorten the gap in statewide AED coverage, thus increasing the chances of survival after OHCA.
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- Christopher Gaisendrees
- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Germany
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
- INSERM U 1116, University of Lorraine, Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN 55401, United States
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Gaisendrees C, Schlachtenberger G, Gerfer S, Krasivskyi I, Djordjevic I, Sabashnikov A, Kosmopoulos M, Jaeger D, Luehr M, Kuhn E, Deppe AC, Wahlers T. The impact of levosimendan on survival and weaning from ECMO after extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Artif Organs 2023; 47:1351-1360. [PMID: 37032531 DOI: 10.1111/aor.14540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2022] [Revised: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 04/11/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR) is increasingly used due to its beneficial outcomes and results compared to conventional CPR. After cardiac arrest, the overall ejection fraction is severely impaired; thus, weaning from ECMO is often prolonged or impossible. We hypothesized that early application of levosimendan in these patients facilitates ECMO weaning and survival. METHODS From 2016 until 2020, patients who underwent eCPR after cardiac arrest at our institution were analyzed retrospectively and divided into two groups: patients who received levosimendan during ICU stay (n = 24) and those who did not receive levosimendan (n = 84) and analyzed for outcome parameters. Furthermore, we used propensity-score matching and multinomial regression analysis to show the effect of levosimendan on outcome parameters. RESULTS Overall, in-hospital mortality was significantly lower in the group which received levosimendan (28% vs. 88%, p ≤ 0.01), and ECMO weaning was more feasible in patients who received levosimendan (88% vs. 20%, p ≤ 0.01). CPR duration until ECMO cannulation was significantly shorter in the levosimendan group (44 + 26 vs. 65 + 28, p = 0.002); interestingly, the rate of mechanical chest compressions before ECMO cannulation was lower in the levosimendan group (50% vs. 69%, p = 0.005). CONCLUSION In patients after cardiac arrest treated with eCPR, levosimendan seems to contribute to higher success rates of ECMO weaning, potentially due to a short to mid-term increase in inotropy. Also, the survival after levosimendan application was higher than patients who did not receive levosimendan.
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, INSERM U 1116, University of Lorraine, Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France, Nancy, France
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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Ezad SM, Ryan M, Donker DW, Pappalardo F, Barrett N, Camporota L, Price S, Kapur NK, Perera D. Unloading the Left Ventricle in Venoarterial ECMO: In Whom, When, and How? Circulation 2023; 147:1237-1250. [PMID: 37068133 PMCID: PMC10217772 DOI: 10.1161/circulationaha.122.062371] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 04/19/2023]
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Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation provides cardiorespiratory support to patients in cardiogenic shock. This comes at the cost of increased left ventricle (LV) afterload that can be partly ascribed to retrograde aortic flow, causing LV distension, and leads to complications including cardiac thrombi, arrhythmias, and pulmonary edema. LV unloading can be achieved by using an additional circulatory support device to mitigate the adverse effects of mechanical overload that may increase the likelihood of myocardial recovery. Observational data suggest that these strategies may improve outcomes, but in whom, when, and how LV unloading should be employed is unclear; all techniques require balancing presumed benefits against known risks of device-related complications. This review summarizes the current evidence related to LV unloading with venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.
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- Saad M Ezad
- British Heart Foundation Centre of Research Excellence and NIHR Biomedical Research Centre at the School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine and Sciences, King’s College London, London, UK
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- British Heart Foundation Centre of Research Excellence and NIHR Biomedical Research Centre at the School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine and Sciences, King’s College London, London, UK
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- University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
- Cardiovascular & Respiratory Physiology (CRPH), University of Twente, Enschede, The Netherlands
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- Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care, AO SS. Antonio e Biagio e Cesare Arrigo, Alessandria, Italy
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Departments of Critical Care & Cardiology, Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals, London, UK
- National Heart & Lung Institute, Imperial College, London, United Kingdom
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- The Cardiovascular Center, Tufts Medical Center, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- British Heart Foundation Centre of Research Excellence and NIHR Biomedical Research Centre at the School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine and Sciences, King’s College London, London, UK
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Gutierrez A, Kalra R, Elliott AM, Marquez A, Yannopoulos D, Bartos JA. Acute lung injury and recovery in patients with refractory VT/VF cardiac arrest treated with prolonged CPR and veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Resuscitation 2023; 182:109651. [PMID: 36442595 DOI: 10.1016/j.resuscitation.2022.11.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2022] [Revised: 11/19/2022] [Accepted: 11/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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AIM Describe the lung injury patterns among patients presenting with refractory ventricular tachycardia/ventricular fibrillation out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (VT/VF OHCA) supported with veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) facilitated resuscitation. METHODS In this retrospective single-center cohort study including VT/VF OHCA patients supported with VA ECMO, we compared OHCA characteristics, post-arrest computed tomography (CT) scans, ventilator parameters, and other lung-related pathology between survivors, patients who developed brain death, and those with other causes of death. RESULTS Among 138 patients, 48/138 (34.8%) survived, 31/138 (22.4%) developed brain death, and 59/138 (42.7%) died of other causes. Successful extubation was achieved in 39/138 (28%) with a median time to extubation of 8.0 days (6.0, 11.0) in those who survived. Tracheostomy was required in 15/48 (31.3%) survivors. Chest CT obtained on all patients showed lung injury in at least one lung area in 124/135 (91.8%) patients, predominantly in the dependent posterior areas. There was no association between the number of affected areas and survival. Lung compliance was low on admission [26 (19,33) ml/cmH20], improved throughout hospitalization (p = 0.03), and recovered faster in survivors compared to those who died (p < 0.001). VA-ECMO allowed the use of lung-protective ventilation while maintaining normalized PaO2 and PaCO2. Patients treated with V-A ECMO and either IABP or Impella had lower pulmonary compliance and more affected areas on their CT compared to those treated with V-A ECMO alone. CONCLUSIONS Lung injury is common among patients with refractory VT/VF OHCA requiring V-A ECMO, but imaging severity is not associated with survival. Reductions in lung compliance accompany post-arrest lung injury while compliance recovery is associated with survival.
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- Alejandra Gutierrez
- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States; Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States.
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States; Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States; Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States; Pediatric Cardiology Critical Care, Children's Hospital, University of Minnesota, United States
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States; Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States; Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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Aufderheide TP, Kalra R, Kosmopoulos M, Bartos JA, Yannopoulos D. Enhancing cardiac arrest survival with extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation: insights into the process of death. Ann N Y Acad Sci 2022; 1507:37-48. [PMID: 33609316 PMCID: PMC8377067 DOI: 10.1111/nyas.14580] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2020] [Revised: 01/30/2021] [Accepted: 02/02/2021] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) is an emerging method of cardiopulmonary resuscitation to improve outcomes from cardiac arrest. This approach targets patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest previously unresponsive and refractory to standard treatment, combining approximately 1 h of standard CPR followed by venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) and coronary artery revascularization. Despite its relatively new emergence for the treatment of cardiac arrest, the approach is grounded in a vast body of preclinical and clinical data that demonstrate significantly improved survival and neurological outcomes despite unprecedented, prolonged periods of CPR. In this review, we detail the principles behind VA-ECMO-facilitated resuscitation, contemporary clinical approaches with outcomes, and address the emerging new understanding of the process of death and capability for neurological recovery.
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- Tom P. Aufderheide
- Department of Emergency Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN,Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN,Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN,Cardiovascular Division, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
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Tsangaris A, Alexy T, Kalra R, Kosmopoulos M, Elliott A, Bartos JA, Yannopoulos D. Overview of Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VA-ECMO) Support for the Management of Cardiogenic Shock. Front Cardiovasc Med 2021; 8:686558. [PMID: 34307500 PMCID: PMC8292640 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2021.686558] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2021] [Accepted: 06/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
Abstract
Cardiogenic shock accounts for ~100,000 annual hospital admissions in the United States. Despite improvements in medical management strategies, in-hospital mortality remains unacceptably high. Multiple mechanical circulatory support devices have been developed with the aim to provide hemodynamic support and to improve outcomes in this population. Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is the most advanced temporary life support system that is unique in that it provides immediate and complete hemodynamic support as well as concomitant gas exchange. In this review, we discuss the fundamental concepts and hemodynamic aspects of VA-ECMO support in patients with cardiogenic shock of various etiologies. In addition, we review the common indications, contraindications and complications associated with VA-ECMO use.
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- Adamantios Tsangaris
- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States.,Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN, United States.,Center for Resuscitation Medicine, University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Minneapolis, MN, United States
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Gaisendrees C, Vollmer M, Walter SG, Djordjevic I, Eghbalzadeh K, Kaya S, Elderia A, Ivanov B, Gerfer S, Kuhn E, Sabashnikov A, Kahlert HA, Deppe AC, Kröner A, Mader N, Wahlers T. Management of out-of hospital cardiac arrest patients with extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation in 2021. Expert Rev Med Devices 2021; 18:179-188. [PMID: 33538204 DOI: 10.1080/17434440.2021.1886076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Over the last decade, eCPR programs have become more and more popular, at least amongst high-volume centers. Despite its rise in popularity and promising outcome, strategies concerning pre- and post-implantation of VA-ECMO remain at least debatable. Besides, integrating the appropriate set-up, managing anticoagulation, implementing LV-venting, and predicting neurological outcome play important roles in caring for thise highly selective patient-collective. We sought to present our institutional´s techniques for establishing an eCPR program and managing patients peri- and post implantation in eCPR-runs. AREAS COVERED This manuscript covers the majority of clinical concerns and parameters for establishing an eCPR program and its recent advantages. We will describe a safe way of cannulation, setting anticoagulation goals, strategies for LV-venting and ICU-treatment. Also included, an elaboration on neurological and cardiac prognostication. EXPERT OPINION We advocate ultrasound-guided cannula placement in eCPR patients. Also, we emphasize the importance of using stiffer wires and smaller arterial cannula sizes due to the different physiological parameters of OHCA patients. After cannulation, we aim for lower flow goals, the concept of 'partial VA-ECMO,' and lower anticoagulatory targets. LV-venting with Impella should remain an individual case to case decision.
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- Christopher Gaisendrees
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Hospital of Cologne, the City is Cologne (Köln), Germany
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