This workshop will outline the basic principles of extracorporeal life support made easy by key-experts in the field. During the course delegates will gain a good understanding of ECMO in the following areas: Theoretical concepts, basic physiology and pathophysiology, cardiac and respiratory support and monitoring, alarm settings and monitoring, role of cardiac ultrasound during ECMO, newest technologies, circuits and devices, practical hands-on sessions and simulations.
5. Pré ECMO Imaging
Important for decision making
Baseline
Before or soon after cannulation if possible
Involve Radiology at an early stage where possible
Done at the refferring centre if possible
16. Per ECMO imaging
Imaging modalities
X-ray: Mobile DX X-ray device > Image on device!
Ultrasound
CT scan - Check lines and tubes / canulas
- Extent of consolidations
- Follow up of effusions
- Pneumothorax
17. Per ECMO imaging
Imaging modalities
X-ray: Mobile DX X-ray device > Image on device!
Ultrasound
CT scan - Check lines and tubes
- Extent of consolidations
- Follow up of effusions
- Pneumothorax
Measurement on X-ray device screen
18. Per ECMO imaging
Imaging modalities
X-ray: Mobile DX X-ray device > Image on device!
Ultrasound
CT scan - Check lines and tubes
- Extent of consolidations
- Follow up of effusions
- Pneumothorax
Immediate adjustment and control
19. Per ECMO imaging
Imaging modalities
X-ray: Mobile DX X-ray device > Image on device!
Ultrasound
CT scan - Check lines and tubes
- Extent of consolidations
- Follow up of effusions
- Pneumothorax
Companion view
20. Per ECMO imaging
Imaging modalities
X-ray
Ultrasound: - ∆ effusions – consolidation
CT scan - Abdominal organ evaluation
- Intraperitoneal free fluid
- US guided interventions
- Mobile / portable and good equiped
- But: Operator and patient dependent!
44. Haemodynamic changes important for CT imaging
More pronounced in VA ECMO compared to VV ECMO
VV ECMO: Larger “vascular” volume
Right Atrial / Inferior caval vein siphon effect
47. Haemodynamic changes important for CT imaging
More pronounced in VA ECMO compared to VV ECMO
VA ECMO: Retrograde aortic flow > inconsistent flow from heart and EC circuit
Other factors also cause heterogeneous enhancement:
Native ejection fraction
Flow rate
Total amount of contrast medium administered
Scan delay time
Cannulation (central vs peripheral)
52. Haemodynamic changes important for CT imaging: VA ECMO
Aortic Stasis
• Inadequate flow can lead to stasis thrombus forming in the LV,
LVOT and ascending aorta proximal to the arterial cannula
• High density thrombus is easily seen on non-contrast
enhanced CT
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53. Haemodynamic changes important for CT imaging
Optimizing CT for pulmonary emboli
Poor RV function will predispose to pulmonary arterial thrombosis
Venous cannula will siphon off contrast media before opacifying the pulmonary
trunc and arteries
Can reduce flow to 500 cc/min or discontinue flow for 10-15 sec to allow normal
pulmonary circulation and prevent siphon effect (Risk for thrombosis)
54. Haemodynamic changes important for CT imaging
Optimizing CT for pulmonary emboli: Repeat scan if necessary!
Poor RV function will predispose to pulmonary arterial thrombosis
Venous cannula will siphon off contrast media before opacifying the pulmonary
trunc and arteries
Can reduce flow to 0,5 l/min or discontinue flow for 10-15 sec to allow normal
pulmonary circulation and prevent siphon effect (Risk for thrombosis)
Courtesy: Dr Bobby Agrawal
61. Take to your Work:
• Pré ECMO = Baseline for Follow Up
• Always compare imaging with prior exam
• CT = Communication and Planning
• Involve your (ICU) Radiologist
• Be aware of haemodynamic changes in CT
• Be aware of complications
62. Thank you for your attention!
Koenraad.nieboer@uzbrussel.be