Veno-arterial-ECMO in the intensive care unit: From technical aspects to clinical practice - 04/05/18
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The use of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) as a salvage therapy in cardiogenic shock is becoming of current practice. While VA-ECMO is potentially a life-saving technique, results are sometimes mitigated, emphasising the need for selecting the right indication in the right patient. This relies upon a clear definition of the individual therapeutic project, including the potential for recovery as well as the possible complications associated with VA-ECMO. To maximise the benefits of VA-ECMO, the basics of extracorporeal circulation should be perfectly understood since VA-ECMO can sometimes be detrimental. Hence, to be successful, VA-ECMO should be used by teams with sufficient experience and initiated after a thorough multidisciplinary discussion considering patient's medical history, pathology as well the anticipated evolution of the disease.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, ECMO, ECLS, Intensive care unit, Extracorporeal circulation, Extracorporeal life support
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Vol 37 - N° 3
P. 259-268 - juin 2018 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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