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The patient suffered blunt cardiac injury due to sternal and rib fractures, leading to arrhythmia risk. Continuous telemetry monitoring is crucial. VA ECMO was used to support heart and lung function, allowing improvement over days. The patient was successfully weaned off ECMO and extubated without complications. A multidisciplinary trauma team ensured a successful recovery, highlighting the importance of trauma patient care and hemostatic resuscitation in the ICU. The patient was discharged to a rehabilitation facility, showcasing the need for acute mechanical circulatory support in complex cases.
Keywords
blunt cardiac injury
telemetry monitoring
VA ECMO
multidisciplinary trauma team
mechanical circulatory support
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