Red blood cell transfusion practices in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: A single-center study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Evaluating blood transfusion practices and their impact on morbidity and mortality across extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) configurations.

Background

As ECMO becomes increasingly utilised in critical care, the ideal Hgb level remains uncertain. While guidelines recommend higher levels, emerging evidence suggests potential harm. Our study addresses this gap by investigating the optimal Hgb level for ECMO.

Methods

A retrospective cohort study included all adult patients receiving ECMO between January 2016 and December 2018. The primary outcome assessed the optimal Hgb level associated with reduced ECMO duration and in-hospital mortality. Multivariable and Cox-proportional regression analyses were performed.

Results

A total of 306 patients und

SUBMITTER: Balasubramanian S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12361832 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature