| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2872619 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2014 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Although ECMO can improve survival of patients with advanced heart disease, there is significant associated morbidity with performance of this intervention. These findings should be incorporated in the risk-benefit analysis when initiation of ECMO for cardiogenic shock is being considered.
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Authors
Richard MD, Rory MD, Michelle MD, PhD, Jignesh MD, PhD, Francisco MD, Jaime MD, Fardad MD, Babak MD,