ECMO is utilized in two primary configurations depending on the patient's specific organ failure. Veno-Venous (VV) ECMO Isolated respiratory failure. Function: Supports lung function only. Common Use: Severe pneumonia, ARDS, or COVID-19. Veno-Arterial (VA) ECMO
The machine removes carbon dioxide and adds oxygen to the blood. Mechanical Circulatory Support: ECMO
A centrifugal pump provides the force needed to maintain blood flow when the heart is too weak to do so alone. ECMO is utilized in two primary configurations depending