Explore articles, research, and perspectives from the International Perfusion Association.
A survey of 83 pediatric ECMO nurses examines how perceived knowledge, autonomy, and teamwork relate to reported care activities—and what perfusion teams can learn.
A secondary ECSTATIC analysis examined 161 platelet transfusions in 27 children on ECMO. The median platelet increment was 19 × 10⁹/L. Pathogen-reduced products were
This geospatial cross-sectional study examined how access to pediatric extracorporeal membrane oxygenation varies across U.S. states and Pediatric Emergency Referral Regions. Researchers identified 258
This single-center retrospective cohort study examined 229 neonatal and pediatric VA-ECLS patients and found that early hyperoxia was common, affecting 79% of cases. Severe
This international survey evaluates anticoagulation strategies in ECMO patients across 17 countries. Findings show unfractionated heparin remains the primary anticoagulant, while bivalirudin use is
This study describes a pediatric ECMO staffing model using perfusionists supported by remote monitoring technology and hourly bedside rounding. Implemented at a high-volume center,
This in vitro study examined insensible water loss and sodium accumulation in the Medtronic Nautilus ECMO oxygenator. Using varying sweep gas rates over 24
This study evaluates survival outcomes in children who undergo postcardiotomy extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) following congenital heart surgery. Using data from the Society of
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 evaluated the effectiveness of the Standardized Therapy after ECMO Program (STEP), a structured discharge pathway for pediatric ECMO survivors. It compared compliance
