| Literature DB >> 25430434 |
Abstract
New oxygenator technologies widened the application of extracorporeal life support significantly in the last decade. Currently the use is still limited within intensive care units. Compared to ventricular assist devices for heart failure, lung replacement technology is lagging behind, not allowing discharge on device. Challenges to achieve a true artificial lung for long term use are discussed in this article.Entities:
Keywords: Circulatory support; Heart failure; Lung; Oxygenation
Mesh:
Year: 2015 PMID: 25430434 DOI: 10.1016/j.thorsurg.2014.09.009
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Thorac Surg Clin Impact factor: 1.750