test 7 non-cardiac applications of ECC

Question 1

Non-Cardiac Applications of CPB

Answer 1

 Accidental hypothermia
 Neurosurgery
 Lung transplant
 Thoracic aneurysms
 Liver transplant
 Liver therapies
 Isolated limb perfusion (ILP)
 Chest trauma / penetrating injuries
 Chemotherapy
        o Abdomen
        o Chest
 Urological surgery*
 Pulmonary embolectomy
 Pulmonary support / ARDS
 Lower trachea-carina surgery

Question 2

Areas of Concern

Answer 2

 Biocompatible surfaces
 Anti-coagulation / coagulation / consumptive formed elements
 Knowledge / education
 Negative image of CPB