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Case Discussion on Management of ECMO
ECMO is a form of life support that uses a machine to oxygenate the blood outside of the body used for patients with severe respiratory or cardiac failure who are not responding to conventional treatment. ECMO can be used in both adult and pediatric patients. Hemodynamic parameters such as heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation are closely monitored during ECMO management. The goal of ECMO management is to provide temporary support for the patient until their own cardiac or respiratory function can be restored.
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Dr Pavan Vala
Dr Pavan Vala MBBS, MD, FCCM(TMH), EDIC, FFICM(UK) , Consultant, Critical Care & ECMO
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