Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support for Postcardiotomy Cardiogenic Shock in Adult Patients: Predictors of In-Hospital Mortality and Failure to be Weaned from Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Awake ECLS strategy associated with physiotherapy is performed regardless of cannulation approach. Ambulation, as main objective, is achieved in almost half the population examined. Prospective studies are needed to evaluate safety and efficacy of physiotherapy during Awake ECLS, and suitable patient selection. Guidelines are required to identify appropriate assessment/evaluation tools for Awake ECLS patients monitoring.