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Selvaraj N, Kumar V, Prabu G, Praksash S. Awake Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: Saving Lives in Aluminum Phosphide-induced Myocarditis. Indian J ECMO 2023; 1 (3-4):96-98.
Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has emerged as a crucial intervention for severe myocarditis, particularly when the causative factors are reversible, such as viral infections or toxins. This report details a case of toxic myocarditis resulting from aluminum phosphide poisoning, successfully treated with VA-ECMO support. Notably, the ECMO was initiated while the patient was conscious. In the absence of effective treatments for this lethal toxin, VA-ECMO effectively maintained circulation despite severe arrhythmias. The patient recovered within 84 hours and was discharged without any lingering health issues.
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