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Authors: Alain Vuylsteke, Daniel Brodie, Alain Combes, Jo-anne Fowles, Giles Peek
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ECMO in the Adult Patient (2017) is a comprehensive guide on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), aimed at healthcare professionals involved in critical care and cardiac surgery. The book covers the use of ECMO in adults, offering a detailed exploration of its applications, management, and complications.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive Coverage: It addresses key aspects such as the history of ECMO, patient selection, and the technicalities of managing veno-venous and veno-arterial ECMO.
- Clinical Focus: Includes specific sections on patient transfer, liberation from ECMO, and intensive care management for patients on ECMO.
- Innovative Techniques: Discusses advanced topics like extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal (ECCO2R) and the role of ECMO in supporting organ donation.
- Research and Future Directions: Explores the latest ECMO research and offers insights into future trends and advancements.
- Practical Applications: Written by experts from leading institutions, the book combines theory with real-world case studies, making it a valuable resource for ECMO teams in practice.
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