ECMO for Neonatal Sepsis in 2019
Warwick Butt, Roberto Chiletti
Abstract
Sepsis and septic shock in newborns causes mortality and morbidity depending on the organism and primary site. ECMO provides cardiorespiratory support to allow adequate organ perfusion during the time for antibiotics and source control surgery (if needed) to occur. ECMO mode and cannulation site vary depending on support required and local preference. Earlier and more aggressive use of ECMO can improve survival.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineSepsisSeptic shockShock (circulatory)Intensive care medicineCardiorespiratory fitnessPerfusionSurviving Sepsis CampaignCardiorespiratory arrestAnesthesiaSurgerySevere sepsisCardiologyInternal medicineMechanical Circulatory Support DevicesSepsis Diagnosis and TreatmentNeonatal and Maternal Infections