Long-term quality of life and functional outcomes in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation survivors.

A study published in JHLT Open examined long-term quality of life and functional outcomes among patients who survived extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The findings are relevant to rehabilitation professionals, as ECMO survivors frequently experience lasting physical and functional impairments that may require physical therapy intervention. Understanding these long-term outcomes can help guide post-ICU rehabilitation planning for this patient population.

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