48: Three-Year Maternal and Child Outcomes Following VV ECMO in the Second Trimester for Severe ARDS Pneumonia.

ASAIO Journal 2026

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Authors: Manjusha N. Pillai, ANURAJ VT, Nidheesh Chooriyil, Shiva Ramarathnam, Vishnu Ourkolil Venu, Jayakumar T K
DOI: 10.1097/01.mat.0001180876.28479.93
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Abstract

Introduction: Severe Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) in the third trimester of pregnancy is a rare, high-mortality event. Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VV ECMO) is a critical salvage therapy, but data on the long-term health of the mother and child are extremely limited. We present a case with three-year follow-up to provide vital information on the long-term sequelae of this complex intervention. Case Presentation: A 26-year-old primigravida, and a known case of bronchial asthma, presented at 30 weeks gestation with acute respiratory failure secondary to severe community-acquired pneumonia. Despite maximal conventional lung-protective ventilation, her oxygenation remained refractory (P/F ratio

Fields of Study & Subjects

Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices Respiratory Support and Mechanisms Neonatal Respiratory Health Research

Publication details

Journal / source
ASAIO Journal
Volume
72
Issue
Supplement 1
Pages
20–20
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN