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  • Global utilization of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for cardiopulmonary support is rising.
  • Over 190,000 ECMO cases are documented in the international Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Registry.
  • Evidence-based management strategies are crucial for optimizing patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and synthesize key 2022 literature on ECMO management.
  • To cover mechanical ventilation, prone positioning, anticoagulation, bleeding, and neurologic outcomes.
  • To discuss specific issues in cardiac ECMO and Harlequin syndrome.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of publications from 2022.
  • Focus on studies involving infants, children, and adults undergoing ECMO.
  • Synthesis of findings related to critical care interventions and complications.

Main Results:

  • Identified advancements in mechanical ventilation strategies for ECMO patients.
  • Highlighted optimal anticoagulation protocols and management of bleeding complications.
  • Summarized neurologic outcomes and risk factors in pediatric and adult ECMO populations.
  • Addressed specific challenges in cardiac ECMO and Harlequin syndrome.

Conclusions:

  • Optimized management of ventilation and anticoagulation is vital for ECMO success.
  • Careful monitoring of bleeding and neurologic status improves patient safety.
  • Further research is needed to refine ECMO protocols for diverse patient groups.