ECMO guidelines

ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) guidelines provide medical standards for using a machine that temporarily takes over the heart and lung functions. This technology supports patients with severe respiratory or cardiac failure when other treatments haven't worked. Guidelines outline when to consider ECMO, how to manage and monitor patients receiving this support, and criteria for safely initiating and discontinuing treatment. They aim to optimize patient outcomes, ensure safety, and standardize practices across medical centers. Proper adherence to these guidelines helps determine the right timing, patient selection, and care protocols for the best possible recovery.