The development of multiorgan dysfunction in CDH-ECMO neonates is associated with the level of pre-ECMO support

Purpose Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is the most common indication for neonatal extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), but mortality remains at 50%. Multiorgan failure can occur in 25% and has been linked to worse outcomes. We sought to examine the factors that would increase the risk of multiorgan dysfunction (MOD). Methods The Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) database was used to identify infants with CDH...