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Plasma biomarkers for brain injury in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation

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Abstract

Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving intervention for patients with refractory cardiorespiratory failure. Despite its benefits, ECMO carries a significant risk of neurological complications, including acute brain injury (ABI). Although standardized neuromonitoring and neurological care have been shown to improve early detection of ABI, the inability to perform neuroimaging in a timely manner is a major limitation in the accurate diagnosis of neurological complications. Therefore, blood-based biomarkers capable of detecting ongoing brain injury at the bedside are of great clinical significance. This review aims to provide a concise review of the current literature on plasma biomarkers for ABI in patients on ECMO support.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)389-398
Number of pages10
JournalAcute and Critical Care
Volume38
Issue number4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Nov 2023
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • acute brain injury
  • biomarkers
  • extracorporeal membrane oxygenation

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