VFlutter
Flight Nurse
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Seems to have been some recent discussions on the forum regarding ECMO so I figured this could be a thread for general questions and information.
I currently work for a commuity based Rotorwing service that transports ECMO patients as well as have some bedside CVICU experience. We see a decent volume of both VA and VV ECMO patients on a variety of devices ranging from modified CPB circuits/pumps to TandemLife and CardioHelp. Previously VV was most common however recently we have been doing predominantly ECLS and CT surgical VA. VV will likely pick back up with flu season.
I currently work for a commuity based Rotorwing service that transports ECMO patients as well as have some bedside CVICU experience. We see a decent volume of both VA and VV ECMO patients on a variety of devices ranging from modified CPB circuits/pumps to TandemLife and CardioHelp. Previously VV was most common however recently we have been doing predominantly ECLS and CT surgical VA. VV will likely pick back up with flu season.