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  • Title: Successful application of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation as lifesaving therapy for a patient with amniotic fluid embolism.
    Author: Hsieh YY, Chang CC, Li PC, Tsai HD, Tsai CH.
    Journal: Am J Obstet Gynecol; 2000 Aug; 183(2):496-7. PubMed ID: 10942494.
    Abstract:
    A woman in labor was noted to have amniotic fluid embolism. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation were performed post partum, and the vital signs became stable. The ensuing recovery was uneventful. We conclude that extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and intra-aortic balloon counterpulsation should be considered to save the life of a patient with amniotic fluid embolism and left ventricular failure unresponsive to medical therapy.
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