How Long Can a Critically Ill Patient Stay on ECMO? (VA vs VV ECMO Explained)

How Long Can a Critically Ill Patient Stay on ECMO? (VA vs VV ECMO Explained)

How long can a critically ill patient stay on ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation)? In this video, Patrik Hutzel from Intensive Care Hotline explains the difference between VA ECMO (Veno-Arterial) and VV ECMO (Veno-Venous), their typical duration, risks, and what families must know when their loved one is critically ill in ICU.

👉 You’ll learn:
- The role of ECMO as life support in ICU
- How long patients can stay on VV ECMO vs VA ECMO
- Risks, complications, and recovery timelines
- Critical questions families must ask ICU teams
- How advocacy and consulting can save lives

Families in ICU often don’t know what to ask or expect. That’s where we come in. At Intensive Care Hotline, we help you make informed decisions, get peace of mind, control, and ensure your loved one receives the best care.

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