A Comprehensive Review of Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation: The Lifeline in Critical Moments
Sindhu Geetha,
Neeta Verma,
Vivek Chakole
Abstract:Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has evolved into a pivotal intervention in critical care, offering a lifeline for patients facing severe respiratory or cardiac failure. This review provides a comprehensive exploration of ECMO, spanning its definition and historical background to its contemporary advancements and ongoing impact in critical care. The versatility of ECMO in addressing diverse critical conditions, careful patient selection criteria, and the nuanced management of complications are discus… Show more
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