Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in cystic fibrosis.
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a potential form of therapy in cystic fibrosis. We discuss this form of treatment, particularly in relation to respiratory failure secondary to influenza in a patient with cystic fibrosis whose condition deteriorated post partum.
King's College Hospital, London. Electronic address: nimish.mshah@gmail.com.
Nimish
N
Shah
King's College Hospital, London.
Felicity
F
Perrin
D003550:Cystic Fibrosis / Q000150:complications*; D015199:Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007251:Influenza, Human / Q000150:complications*; D049590:Postpartum Period; D012131:Respiratory Insufficiency / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy*; D055815:Young Adult
CF; ECMO; Immunoglobulins; Pregnancy