Ongoing ECMO can be used in hemodynamically stabilized ... In the past 5 years we have used apical cannulation whenever possible, because we have found the unloading of the left ventricle to ...

Acquire the ability to cannulate patients onto VV ECMO with a dual-lumen cannula using ultrasound and fluoroscopy guidance. To be done in conjunction with pediatric surgery. Understand and be able to ...

On Day 9 post-cannulation, he was completely weaned off the VV ECMO. “We reduced his sedative dosages, and he exhibited spontaneous awakening. Breathing trials were conducted, and the patient ...

VA, venoarterial; VVDL, venovenous double lumen; VV, venovenous; VA + V, venoarterial plus an additional venous cannula; VVDL + V, venovenous double lumen plus an additional venous cannula ...