Conference
Impact of ECMO on neonatal mortality in Michigan (1980-1999)
Abstract
PURPOSE: Although extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a potentially lifesaving intervention, the effect of ECMO on neonatal mortality has never been evaluated. In this study, we examined the relationship between increased ECMO utilization and its effect on the neonatal mortality rate in the state of Michigan.
METHODS: Neonatal mortality data were obtained from the Michigan State Department of Community Health. Data included total …
Authors
Campbell BT; Braun TM; Schumacher RE; Bartlett RH; Hirschl RB
Volume
38
Pagination
pp. 290-295
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
March 2003
DOI
10.1053/jpsu.2003.50096
Conference proceedings
Journal of Pediatric Surgery
Issue
3
ISSN
0022-3468