Hemodynamic Improvement in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Patients After Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Implantation.

Objective: Severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is often complicated by hemodynamic instability requiring pharmacological support. Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is a well-established technique that contributes to improved outcomes in this population. However, the effects of VV ECMO on inotropic and vasoconstrictor requirements have never been addressed in a large case series.