Cardiogenic Shock in Non-Ischemic Cardiomyopathy: Dynamic Mechanical Circulatory Support and Pathophysiology Illustration

Mohammed Mhanna, Arun Singhal, Anthony Panos, Dennis J. Firchau, Shareef Mansour, Nicholas Isom, Alexandros Briasoulis, Ernesto Ruiz Duque

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Abstract

Nonischemic cardiomyopathy (NICM) is a significant cause of cardiogenic shock (CS). We present a case of a 56-year-old previously healthy man who arrived with vague abdominal symptoms, over 2 weeks. Subsequently, the patient's condition rapidly deteriorated over 12 hours, leading to cardiogenic shock categorized as Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) stage D. Echocardiography and right heart catheterization confirmed multiorgan failure secondary to severe cardiac dysfunction. Mechanical circulatory support was initiated using an Impella CP device 20 hours after admission due to ongoing deterioration. Considering refractory cardiogenic shock and within 24 hours, the patient received combined veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) and Impella CP support (ECPElla). With gradual improvement in the patient's clinical status and organ function, successful weaning from VA ECMO to Impella 5.5 was achieved. Ultimately, the patient underwent a successful orthotopic heart and kidney transplantation, marking a significant milestone in his recovery. The case underscores the importance of promptly identifying and responding to cardiogenic shock through invasive hemodynamic assessment. Collaborative decision-making involving a multidisciplinary team played a crucial role in the initiation, escalation, and eventual weaning of mechanical circulatory support, culminating in the successful bridging to a dual organ transplantation for this patient with CS secondary to NICM.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Article number102126
JournalCurrent Problems in Cardiology
Volume49
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2024
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

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