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Lessons Learned in Neurodevelopmental Outcomes Research in Children Following Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation.
Matthew Monteleone1, Cynthia Salorio2,3
1Department of Anesthesiology, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH.
Journal of Neurosurgical Anesthesiology
|February 6, 2023
Summary
Research on neurodevelopmental outcomes after extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is advancing. New studies focus on biomarkers and imaging to understand long-term effects in children who survive ECMO.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric critical care medicine
- Neuroscience
- Developmental pediatrics
Background:
- Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-support intervention for critically ill neonates and children.
- Understanding the long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes in survivors is crucial for optimizing care.
- Previous research has established the complexity and evolving nature of this field.
Conclusions:
- Continued research is essential to fully elucidate the impact of ECMO on child development.
- Biomarkers and imaging offer promising avenues for early detection and intervention.
- Translating research findings into clinical practice is vital for improving survivor outcomes.
