Alagille Syndrome

Study highlights risk factors for ECMO after surgical repair of peripheral pulmonary artery stenoses

Acute lung injury is a known complication that can arise after pulmonary artery reconstruction for peripheral pulmonary artery stenosis. In severe cases, patients may require support with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). A new study published in the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery evaluated the characteristics of patients who needed...