ECMO Management: Pitfalls and Possibilities

10/31/2019

Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a lifesaving technology that continues to grow in popularity and EMS providers may soon find themselves called on to transport these patients if not doing so already. This course will introduce the basics of ECMO physiology and management, as well as pitfalls and potential emergencies in ECMO patient transport. Finally, Dr. Eydelman will explore recent advances in ECMO care that are radically changing the role of EMS.

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