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This editorial reviews the complexities of anticoagulation monitoring during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), emphasizing the balance between preventing thromboembolic events and minimizing hemorrhagic risks.
This study examines the use of argatroban as an alternative to unfractionated heparin (UFH) for anticoagulation during veno-venous ECMO in COVID-19 patients with heparin-associated
This study compared coagulation monitoring methods in mild hypothermic patients during thoracic surgery. Thromboelastography (TEG) detected significant coagulation impairments, including delayed clot formation and
The GDT trial compares goal-directed tranexamic acid (TXA) administration guided by rotational thromboelastometry (ROTEM) to preemptive TXA administration in cardiovascular surgery. This multi-center, double-blind,
This pilot randomized controlled trial compared bivalirudin and unfractionated heparin for anticoagulation in 30 pediatric ECMO patients. No difference was found in time at
This study assessed platelet function and numbers in 39 patients undergoing coronary artery bypass surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Platelet function was measured at
This study investigates thromboembolic complications in patients undergoing venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) with continuous versus interrupted anticoagulation. Data from 346 patients across three
This study evaluates the methodological quality and pharmacotherapy recommendations of Patient Blood Management (PBM) guidelines for cardiac surgery involving cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Analyzing guidelines
This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the efficacy and safety of bivalirudin compared to heparin in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). After reviewing
This article reviews randomized controlled trials and prospective studies comparing individualized heparin and protamine dosing based on real-time blood heparin concentration versus traditional total
