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Cannulation configuration & limb ischemia-related complications on peripheral VA #ECMO in adults, ELSO Registry analysis
>19K pts, about 12k unilateral fem cannulation, 7K bilateral
no risk reduction for overall limb ischemia related events
lower compartment syndrome/fasciotomy + lower cannulation site bleeding, vessel repair, in-hospital mortality in bilateral group findings confirmed after matching
bilateral should be preferred approach if femoral cannulation
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