ECMO: Life-Saving Support for Critical Cases

When conventional treatments are not enough, ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) emerges as a revolutionary life-support therapy. It provides critical care for patients suffering from severe heart or lung failure, offering a bridge to recovery in the most challenging situations. At Acıbadem Hospitals, ECMO represents the pinnacle of advanced medical care, delivering hope where traditional methods fall short.

What is ECMO?

ECMO is a cutting-edge medical technology that temporarily takes over the function of the heart and lungs. By oxygenating the blood outside the body and removing carbon dioxide, ECMO allows these vital organs to rest and heal. This therapy is essential for patients whose heart or lung function has been compromised to life-threatening levels due to severe conditions such as:

• Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)

• Severe pneumonia

• Cardiac failure or cardiogenic shock

• Post-surgical complications

• Trauma or severe infections

How Does ECMO Work?

ECMO involves inserting large tubes into a patient’s blood vessels. These tubes transport blood to a machine that oxygenates it and removes carbon dioxide. The treated blood is then pumped back into the body. This process mimics the natural function of the heart and lungs while reducing their workload.

ECMO is managed by a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, including cardiologists, pulmonologists, intensivists, and specialized nurses, ensuring continuous monitoring and adjustment for optimal patient outcomes.

Applications of ECMO at Acıbadem Hospitals

At Acıbadem Hospitals, ECMO is utilized in a wide range of critical cases, including:

• Severe Respiratory Failure: When mechanical ventilation is insufficient.

• Cardiac Support: Stabilizing patients awaiting heart transplants or recovering from cardiac surgeries.

• Emergency Care: For conditions such as cardiac arrest or life-threatening infections.

Advantages of ECMO

1. Critical Care Support: Provides life-sustaining oxygenation when other treatments fail.

2. Bridge to Recovery: Stabilizes patients, enabling them to receive further treatments or transplants.

3. Minimally Invasive Monitoring: Allows real-time adjustments for better outcomes.

4. Versatile Applications: Effective for various cardiac and respiratory emergencies.

ECMO at Acıbadem Hospitals with Diplomacy Healthcare

Diplomacy Healthcare ensures seamless access to ECMO therapy at Acıbadem Hospitals. With cutting-edge technology and expert medical teams, patients receive world-class care tailored to their critical needs.

Contact Us

If you or a loved one requires advanced critical care, ECMO therapy at Acıbadem Hospitals can be the key to recovery.

📞 Phone: +90 530 478 38 46🌐 Website: www.diplomacyhealthcare.com