ECMELLA: Successful Rescue Cardiopulmonary Support in Post-Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Cardiogenic Shock with Cardiac Arrest-Case Report
Although there is limited evidence of the benefit of a combined use of mechanical support (VA-ECMO with other mechanical devices) in the management of cardiogenic shock and cardiac arrest following CABG surgery, there seems to be a lower mortality with this approach, and possibly more favourable neurological outcomes. Further research is needed to elucidate the advantages of Impella vs. intra-aortic balloon pump combined with VA-ECMO in such patients.
