Acute respiratory failure ECLS Part II
Summary
Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) can be a lifesaving technique in patients with severe refractory respiratory and/or cardiac failure. Landmark clinical trials, viral pandemics and technological improvements have led to a near exponential use of ECLS worldwide.
In this section, we will review some of the clinical evidence underpinning the use of these techniques and explore some of the practical considerations and controversies in the management of this complex group of ICU patients.
General Information
Enrolled trainees 761
Open 24.03.2023
Available for ESICM members
Student effort 3
Last Updated March 24, 2023
Intended Learning Outcomes
After studying this module on ECLS in acute respiratory distress syndrome patients Part II, you should be able to:
- To understand the PHYSIOLOGY of extracorporeal life support
- To understand the major INDICATIONS and associated CONFIGURATIONS of extracorporeal life support
- To understand the role of extracorporeal life support for ARDS, Obstructive Lung Disease, Bridge to Lung Transplant, Cardiogenic shock and Refractory Cardiac Arrest:
- Configurations
- Clinical Evidence
- Clinical Management and Controversies
- To understand patient and circuit associated COMPLICATIONS and interactions
- Clinical Scenarios and Questions
Relevant competencies in CoBaTrICE
- 3.8 Recognises and manages the patient with acute respiratory failure and ARDS
- 4.5 Describes the use of devices for circulatory or respiratory assist
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