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Angiology
Right axillary artery cannulation works for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
July 25th, 2005
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation can be accomplished via cannulation of the right axillary artery. According to recent research published in the journal Annals of Thoracic Surgery, "Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation can be instituted through various cannulation sites. This paper describes a technique for axillary artery cannulation for inflow perfusion in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and discusses both potential advantages and limitations." "Exposure of the artery was achieved through the deltoid-pectoral approach. Both direct cannulation and interposition graft cannulation are possible, but the latter is preferred. Advantages of...
Source: Health & Medicine Week (2005-07-25)
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