Abstract:

The understanding of neurological function changes caused by extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is far from enough, and the prospective research in this field is very difficult. The diagnosis of cerebral infarction and cerebral hemorrhage depends on special examinations. Because only a small number of patients have undergone these examinations, there is a big difference between the diagnosis rate and the actual incidence rate. Moreover, there is no specific treatment for patients assisted with ECMO who suffered nervous system complications. At present, the prevention of nervous system complications is more important than the treatment. It is necessary to fully understand the pathophysiological changes caused by ECMO, give prompt assistance to patients with ECMO indications, and pay attention to details in every ECMO run, enhancement of monitoring and withdrawing ECMO in time are also helpful.

Key words: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, Trauma, nervous system, Complications