Extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal (ECCO2R) is a respiratory support technique based on extra-pulmonary gas exchange, which can effectively remove carbon dioxide generated in-vivo, reducing the requirements of respiratory support from mechanical ventilation. With improvements in extracorporeal life support technologies and increasing clinical experience, ECCO2R has potential value in clinical application with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). This review article discusses the principles of ECCO2R, its relevant indications for ARDS, clinical evidence, existing issues, and future directions, aiming to provide more references for the application in ARDS.
Y H Xu, Y K Liu, Y Xi, Y Wang, Y M Li. Clinical value of the implication of extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal in patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome]. Zhonghua yi xue za zhi. 2024 Apr 16;104(15):1242-1246
PMID: 38637163
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