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Extubation during Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in Adults: An International Qualitative Study on Experts’ Opinions

ECMO Zone, Perfusion Zone, Tiny Perfusion Letter

Highlights

  • In all, 14 adult-ECMO experts participated in four focus groups and two interviews
  • Seven themes were identified in this qualitative multidisciplinary global study.
  • Extubation during ECMO based on patient selection is recommended.
  • Extubation using an ECPG or team decision-making is recommended.

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