Free floating thrombus in the ascending aorta after extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR): a case series
Ascending aortic thrombosis is an underrecognized complication of ECPR, particularly in patients with non-ejecting hearts. Surgical removal of aortic thrombi, as performed in the first case, may prevent embolic events but lacks standardized guidelines. These cases underscore the need for heightened awareness, early detection, and development of management protocols to mitigate thrombotic risks in ECPR patients. Further studies are warranted to establish treatment strategies for this rare but severe complication.
Authors
- Jordi Riera (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1738-4448)
- María Alejandra Gabaldón
- Ignacio Ferreira‐González (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1208-5561)
- María Vidal‐Burdeus (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9823-5021)
- Aitor Uribarri (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6911-7480)
- Marco Tomasino (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1989-4342)
- Neiser Palmer (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6004-4943)
- Francisco Gonzalez‐Santorum (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-0437-2039)
Institutions
- Hebron University (PS)
- Sofradir (France) (FR)
- Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ES)
- Centro de Investigación en Red en Enfermedades Cardiovasculares (ES)
- Vall d'Hebron Institut de Recerca (ES)
- Vall d'Hebron Hospital Universitari (ES)
- Center for International Forestry Research (ID)
Publication Details
- Journal
- European Heart Journal - Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-08-04
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1093/ehjcr/ytaf375
- Primary Topic
- Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00