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ECMO: Critical Care Lifeline
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) serves as a critical care lifeline for patients with severe cardiac or respiratory failure unresponsive to conventional treatments. This advanced technology temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs, oxygenating the blood and removing carbon dioxide externally. ECMO provides crucial support during severe illnesses, allowing time for the heart and lungs to recover. It is often used in cases of severe ARDS, cardiac arrest, or during complex surgeries. The integration of ECMO into critical care has significantly improved survival rates and outcomes for critically ill patients
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Dr. Gunadhar Padhi
Senior Critical Care Consultant, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai
Dr. Gunadhar Padhi stands as one of the most prestigious speakers in the medical community, revered for his extensive experience and profound expertise. Based at the renowned Apollo Hospitals CBD Belapur in Mumbai, Dr. Padhi specializes in critical care, having obtained comprehensive qualifications in the field. His practice encompasses a wide range of critical care services, addressing conditions ranging from bluish discoloration on lips and face to drug overdose, emergency care, and terminal illness management. With Dr. Gunadhar Padhi, patients can rest assured of receiving expert care tailored to their specific needs. He has been invited as guest speaker for various events nationally and internationally
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Urinary Tract Infections: Clinical Approach and Management
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- 9th-July-2024, TIME : 5:00PM TO 6:00 PM
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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) serves as a critical care lifeline for patients with severe cardiac or respiratory failure unresponsive to conventional treatments. This advanced technology temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs, oxygenating the blood and removing carbon dioxide externally. ECMO provides crucial support during severe illnesses, allowing time for the heart and lungs to recover. It is often used in cases of severe ARDS, cardiac arrest, or during complex surgeries. The integration of ECMO into critical care has significantly improved survival rates and outcomes for critically ill patients
- 9th-July-2024, TIME : 5:00PM TO 6:00 PM
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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) serves as a critical care lifeline for patients with severe cardiac or respiratory failure unresponsive to conventional treatments. This advanced technology temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs, oxygenating the blood and removing carbon dioxide externally. ECMO provides crucial support during severe illnesses, allowing time for the heart and lungs to recover. It is often used in cases of severe ARDS, cardiac arrest, or during complex surgeries. The integration of ECMO into critical care has significantly improved survival rates and outcomes for critically ill patients