Unlock the Secrets of ECMO: A Comprehensive Guide for Critical Care Professionals

As the use of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) continues to rise globally, healthcare professionals need a trusted resource to navigate the complexities of this life-saving therapy. Dr. Jeffrey DellaVolpe’s The ECMO Book provides just that – a thorough yet approachable framework for understanding the principles of extracorporeal support and the intricacies of caring for patients who require ECMO.

Understanding the Context of ECMO in Critical Care

Dr. DellaVolpe’s authoritative guidance covers the essential aspects of ECMO, from patient selection and indications to contraindications, ensuring you have a solid grasp of this multifaceted therapy. By establishing the context of ECMO in the care of critically ill patients, you’ll better understand the role of ECMO in treating respiratory failure, severe ARDS, COVID-19, and cardiogenic shock.

Physiologic Fundamentals and Advanced ECMO Concepts

Delve into the physiologic fundamentals that underpin ECMO, and then build on those concepts by applying them to extracorporeal support. This comprehensive approach equips you with a sound framework for managing patients with severe cardiac and respiratory failure in your daily practice.

Key Topics in ECMO Management

The ECMO Book covers a range of critical topics, including:

• Blood flow titration and sweep gas titration
• Ventilator management on ECMO
• Anticoagulation and bleeding management

With Dr. DellaVolpe’s expert guidance, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of these complex topics and be better equipped to provide high-quality care for your patients.

And as a bonus, an eBook version is included with your purchase, allowing you to access the entire text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have the content read aloud.

Product Details:

Publisher: Elsevier
1st edition: July 29, 2023
Language: English
Paperback: 248 pages
ISBN-10: 0443111987
ISBN-13: 978-0443111983