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History of ECMO was associated with abnormal BNP/strain after CDH repair
| Dependent Variable (after Repair) | Predictor | Odds Ratio (95% CI) | P Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| BNP | ECMO | 2.27 (1.05–4.76) | 0.038 |
| GLS | ECMO | 2.86 (1.27–6.25) | 0.013 |
| FWS | ECMO | 4.17 (2.13–7.69) | <0.0001 |
Definition of abbreviations: 95% CI = 95% confidence interval; BNP = brain-type natriuretic peptide; CDH = congenital diaphragmatic hernia; ECMO = extracorporeal-membrane oxygenation; FWS = free-wall strain; GLS = global longitudinal strain.
