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• Int J Artif Organs · Oct 2014

  Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation treatment for H1N1-induced acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS): results of the Croatian Referral Center for Respiratory ECMO.

  Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been effective in the treatment of H1N1-induced ARDS across the globe. However, the evidence supporting the use of ECMO in ARDS is still being collected. The intention of this study was to add a piece of puzzle to the growing body of evidence on the use of ECMO in ARDS patients. ⋯ Our results confirm the usefulness of ECMO treatment in patients with H1N1-induced ARDS.

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• Int J Artif Organs · Oct 2014

  Direct complications of the Avalon bicaval dual-lumen cannula in respiratory extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO): Single-center experience.

  Cannulation for veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VVECMO) may involve a single site when using a dual-lumen cannula. Benefits include a decrease in blood recirculation, easier patient mobilization, and lower risk of dislodgment. We aimed to review all complications related to the cannula. ⋯ Successful cannulation was possible in all patients with the majority of complications graded as minor.

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