| Literature DB >> 29732180 |
Chun-Wai Ngai1, Pauline Yeung Ng1, Wai-Ching Sin1.
Abstract
Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) has been traditionally delivered with two independent cannulae at different venous insertion sites. The bicaval dual lumen cannula has gained popularity as a cannula for simultaneous venous drainage and reinfusion of blood via the internal jugular vein (IJV). Its insertion requires special attention to details to prevent the occurrence of serious complications. In this review, we discuss different techniques of cannula insertion and tips for troubleshooting.Keywords: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO); cannulation; double lumen cannula; dual lumen cannula
Year: 2018 PMID: 29732180 PMCID: PMC5911548 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2018.02.70
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Thorac Dis ISSN: 2072-1439 Impact factor: 2.895