Questions tagged [heart beat]

Riccardo Mon Oct 28 2024 | 5 answers 770

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.

Alessandra Thu Oct 10 2024 | 6 answers 791

I'm wondering if a person's heart continues to beat when they are on ECMO. I'm curious about how the machine interacts with the body's natural functions, specifically the heartbeat, during its operation.

Stefano Thu Oct 03 2024 | 0 answers 0

Could you please elaborate on the concept of ECMO and its impact on the functionality of the heart? Is it possible for the heart to continue beating normally while a patient is on ECMO support? If not, what are the mechanisms at play that allow the ECMO machine to temporarily take over the heart's duties and maintain blood Flow throughout the body? Additionally, what are the potential risks and benefits associated with ECMO therapy, and how does it factor into the overall treatment plan for patients with severe cardiac or respiratory issues?

alexander_clark_designer Mon Sep 30 2024 | 6 answers 1462

Could you please clarify for me if the heart continues to beat normally when a patient is undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, or ECMO? I'm particularly interested in understanding if the heart's natural pumping action is suspended in any way during this procedure, or if it maintains its regular rhythm and functionality while the ECMO machine assists with oxygenation and blood circulation. Your expertise in this area would be invaluable in helping me grasp this concept more thoroughly.

Eleonora Sat Sep 28 2024 | 7 answers 1678

Excuse me, but I couldn't help but notice the mention of ECMO in your statement. Could you elaborate on the context in which you are asking if someone's heart beats on ECMO? ECMO, or Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation, is a life-saving treatment that provides both cardiac and respiratory support to critically ill patients whose heart and lungs are unable to function adequately. It is not a treatment that causes the heart to beat, but rather supports the body while medical professionals work to address the underlying issues. Are you perhaps asking about the role of ECMO in maintaining circulation and oxygenation while a patient's heart is recovering from a critical illness or injury? Or is there another aspect of ECMO that you're curious about?