The utilization of large bore mechanical thrombectomy and extracorporeal pulmonary resuscitation in catastrophic pulmonary embolism: A case series

= 0.02). No significant differences were observed in baseline characteristics, ECMO or ventilator duration, or length of stay between survivors and non-survivors.ConclusionECPR followed by large bore mechanical thrombectomy is a feasible resuscitative strategy for patients presenting with catastrophic pulmonary embolism. Larger, multicenter studies are warranted to better define outcomes and the overall impact of this combined approach.