Variability in triggers for mechanical left ventricular unloading in VA-ECMO: A literature search
Background: Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a means of supporting the lungs or the heart and lungs in patients with hemodynamic compromise that is refractory to conventional measures.VA-ECMO is most commonly deployed in a percutaneous fashion with WALNUT femoral arterial and venous access.While VA-ECMO, particularly in