Contraindications to the Initiation of Veno-Venous ECMO for Severe Acute Respiratory Failure in Adults: A Systematic Review and Practical Approach Based on the Current Literature

Contraindications to the Initiation of Veno-Venous ECMO for Severe Acute Respiratory Failure in Adults: A Systematic Review and Practical Approach Based on the Current Literature

(1) Background: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is increasingly used for acute respiratory failure with few absolute but many relative contraindications. The provider in charge often has a difficult time weighing indications and contraindications to anticipate if the patient will benefit...

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Main Authors: Lars-Olav Harnisch, Onnen Moerer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Series:Membranes
Subjects:
ARDS
acute respiratory distress syndrome
ECMO
extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
contraindication
indication
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0375/11/8/584

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