Date of Award

1-1-2022

Embargo Period

5-11-2022

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Health Administration

College

College of Health Professions

First Advisor

Annie N. Simpson

Second Advisor

Daniel L. Brinton

Third Advisor

David C. Fitzgerald

Abstract

Since the inception of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) in the early 1970’s, technological advances and increased understanding and implementation of ECMO protocols have produced exponentially better outcomes. With improved outcomes, use of ECMO has dramatically risen in the last several decades. The purpose of this study is to define the modalities of ECMO and their purposes, as well as potential complications and contraindications. Furthermore, research was conducted into determining important factors in patient outcomes such as patient characteristics, readmission rates, and success of the therapy. Patient data was scrutinized to determine if any categorical particularly affected the overall costs and outcomes of ECMO patients. Moreover, odds of readmission were calculated to measure the efficacy of ECMO as a therapy. ECMO is an everchanging modality of therapy and as we continue to experience the benefits of its efficacy, we can better execute care plans, manage concurrent treatments, and offer better encompassing healing improving patient satisfaction and hospital profits. Research demonstrates that prompt assessment and rapid implementation of ECMO therapy are vital to a patient’s positive outcome. It is certain that as the wellness of the American population continues to diminish that we will undoubtedly witness an increasing utilization of ECMO.

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