Lung transplant breakdown: should ECMO be used routinely or only when needed?
NCT ID NCT06615492
First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study looks at whether using a heart-lung machine (ECMO) routinely during lung transplants is better than using it only when necessary. About 218 people getting a lung transplant will take part. The goal is to find out which approach reduces time in the ICU and improves recovery.
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Centre Hospitalier de l'Universite de Montreal
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Univeristy of Alberta & Alberta Health Services
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University Health Network / Toronto General Hospiatl
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