Left atrium veno-arterial extra corporeal membrane oxygenation as temporary mechanical support for cardiogenic shock: A case report

Figure 1 Chest X-ray of our patient showing the intra-aortic balloon pump + Veno-arterial extra corporeal membrane oxygenation placement. One extra corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) drainage cannula can be seen in the right atrium/superior vena cava. The other ECMO drainage cannula (for unloading the left ventricle) is shown in the left atrium.

Figure 2 Changes in pharmacological circulatory support and cardiac index during stages of hemodynamic stability and instability in the intensive care unit. IABP: Intra-aortic balloon pump.