The history of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in neonates began in 1975 when Dr. Bartlett and colleagues at the University of Irvine, CA successfully treated a 1-day-old newborn with severe persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) utilizing ECMO after conventional therapies had failed [1]. Since then, the use of ECMO in neonates has evolved […]
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In patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) due to COVID-19, indications for Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) are similar to indications for its use in other clinical scenarios. ECMO may be considered when other advanced treatments fail, such as lung-protective ventilation, prone positioning, and high positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP).1 For specific patient populations, there is
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The past 60 years have witnessed a major evolution in clinical cardiopulmonary perfusion education. Much of this progress can be attributed to the continued advancement of medical and surgical technologies. Additionally, a change in how the profession sees itself has impacted perfusion education. Let’s take a look at how perfusion school has changed and what
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The use of allogeneic blood exposes patients to the risk of non-screenable transmittable diseases. Due to these risks, and since blood is a limited resource, perfusionist strategies for blood conservation continue to be developed. Here we will review some of the methodology involved for effective blood conservation practice. Blood Management Program Effective blood resource management
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Working as a perfusionist is a highly challenging and rewarding career path. The educational standards are high, and the profession appeals to those interested in working on surgical teams and in critical care scenarios. Across the country, there has been an increased demand for perfusion services driven by several factors, such as: Rising number of
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For those with a strong background or interest in healthcare and science, a career working as a perfusionist can be highly rewarding. Perfusionists work as key members of cardiovascular surgical teams by using specialized equipment and patient monitoring techniques. Let’s find out more about this exciting career path essential to the practice of modern medicine.
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For anyone seeking a challenging and rewarding career in healthcare, you might be thinking about how to become a perfusionist. Across the country, the perfusionist job market is quite healthy. Some experts calculate an estimated shortfall of 200–250 perfusionists per year based on the number of certified perfusionists reaching retirement age over the next several
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For hospitals and medical centers, the need for perfusion services continues to increase, and the practice has never been more relevant. Additionally, major shifts in the healthcare industry will also influence practitioners. Let’s see how the evolving role of the perfusionist will be impacted by these new trends. ECMO Beyond the OR Traditionally, extracorporeal membrane
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The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in awake, spontaneously breathing patients (sometimes called “awake ECMO”) has been used for over a decade as a bridge for patients awaiting lung transplants. Cases have also been described where the therapy was used as an alternative to mechanical ventilation in COPD exacerbation. In 2012, the first report
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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation or ECMO (also known as Extracorporeal Life Support or ECLS) supports patients during life-threatening situations, such as heart or lung failure due to illness, after cardiac surgery, or as a bridge for patients awaiting a lung transplant or heart assist device. Despite ECLS being used for decades, perfusion problems continue to exist
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