Multiprofessional Critical Care Review: Adult 2024 (MCCRCA24ON)-05

05_ECMO Basics

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The document provides an overview of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and its applications in critical care medicine. It includes information on ECMO configurations, indications for venovenous (VV) and venoarterial (VA) ECMO, contraindications, cannulation techniques, and ECMO in the context of severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The document also addresses the importance of anticoagulation, mechanical ventilation strategies during ECMO, and the role of rehabilitation in ECMO patients. Additionally, it highlights the advancements in ECMO technology and its impact on patient outcomes. The case studies presented exemplify scenarios where ECMO was utilized for severe respiratory and cardiac conditions, showcasing the potential benefits of ECMO in critical care situations. Overall, ECMO is depicted as an evolving and valuable tool in managing complex critical care patients, with a growing body of evidence supporting its use and improving patient outcomes.

Keywords

ECMO

critical care

venovenous ECMO

venoarterial ECMO

ARDS

anticoagulation

cannulation techniques

mechanical ventilation

rehabilitation

patient outcomes

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