8 Conditions ECMO Supports: From Heart to Lungs and Beyond
Cardiac arrest. ARDS. Trauma. These are moments when lives are on the line—and ECMO stands ready. This article explores eight life-threatening conditions where ECMO acts as a bridge to survival, offering real-time support when the heart, lungs, or both begin to fail. As hospitals seek to elevate outcomes and readiness, understanding ECMO’s full range of applications is no longer optional—it’s essential.