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What are the side effects after coming off ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation)?

ECMO is used as a last-resort therapy for severe heart and lung failure in newborns with persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) when other treatments aren't working. The procedure bypasses the heart and lungs to give Show Full Answer

What are the side effects after coming off ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation)?

ECMO is used as a last-resort therapy for severe heart and lung failure in newborns with persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN) when other treatments aren't working. The procedure bypasses the heart and lungs to give them time to heal and allow the lungs' blood vessels to open.

However, the search results don't specifically detail side effects that occur after discontinuing ECMO therapy. The available information focuses on when and why ECMO is used rather than what happens during the weaning process or after it's stopped.

This is an important question to discuss directly with the medical team managing care, as they can provide specific information about what to expect during and after ECMO treatment, including any potential complications or side effects related to coming off this intensive therapy.

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