How long can someone stay on ECMO?
I want to know the duration of a person being able to stay on ECMO. How long can ECMO support a patient's life?
Can you be awake while on ECMO?
I'm curious if a person can remain awake and conscious while undergoing ECMO treatment. Is it possible to maintain consciousness during this procedure?
Is ECMO high risk?
I'm wondering if ECMO, which I've heard about, is considered a high-risk procedure. I'd like to understand the potential dangers associated with it.
Can you talk while on ECMO?
I'm wondering if it's possible to speak when a person is on ECMO. I'd like to know if the machine allows for communication or if it restricts the ability to talk.
Does your heart still beat on ECMO?
I'm curious about the function of ECMO and how it interacts with the heart. Specifically, I want to know if a person's heart continues to beat when they are on ECMO support.