
42. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
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Exploring ECMO: Challenges and Insights
In this chapter, the speakers reflect on their personal experiences with ECMO amid disruptions from a bomb cyclone, emphasizing the critical nature of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. They introduce key concepts and operational mechanics of both VV and VA ECMO, aiming to clarify their significance for early-career physicians. The discussion highlights memorable patient cases and underscores the importance of ECMO familiarity among healthcare providers in various settings.
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