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

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

Abstract Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a rare but potentially fatal complication of pregnancy. Prompt and aggressive resuscitative strategies are crucial in promoting survivability. We present a case of AFE resulting in cardiopulmonary collapse and subsequent cardiac arrest where we were able to...

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Main 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
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2023-04-01
Series:ESC Heart Failure
Subjects:
VA‐ECMO
Impella
Amniotic fluid embolism
Cardiac arrest
Cardiogenic shock
ECPELLA
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/ehf2.14254

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https://doi.org/10.1002/ehf2.14254

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