Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support in adult patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome. (3rd May 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Na, Soo Jin; Jeon, Kyeongman
• Is Part Of: Expert review of respiratory medicine. Volume 14:Number 5(2020)
• Page Start: 511
• Page End: 519
• Publication Date: 2020-05-03
• Subjects: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation -- extracorporeal life support -- acute respiratory distress syndrome -- case management; Respiratory organs -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Respiratory organs -- Diseases -- Treatment -- Periodicals; 616.2005
• DOI: 10.1080/17476348.2020.1734457
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1747-6348

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Introduction : The global number of patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support has been growing after several studies highlighted the favorable results attained in cases of severe respiratory failure. However, evidence-based guidelines for optimal use of ECMO are lacking. Areas covered : This review covers optimal candidates, timing of initiation, strategies for patient management including mechanical ventilation, and decision-making regarding discontinuation of ECMO based on its potential role in treatment of patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome. Expert opinion : Early initiation of ECMO should be considered if hypoxemia and uncompensated hypercapnia do not respond to optimal conventional treatment. Use of a comprehensive management approach for preventing additional lung injury and extrapulmonary organ failure is critical during ECMO support to ensure the best outcome. The possibility of weaning from ECMO should be fully assessed by a multidisciplinary team during ECMO support. Futility should not be determined solely by duration of ECMO, and use of prolonged ECMO for lung recovery may be worthwhile.