A case of spontaneous rectus sheath hematoma induced by lateral semi-prone positional changes during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation
In conclusion, spontaneous abdominal wall hematoma is a rare and important complication that might occur during ECMO. Thus, careful physical examination should be routinely conducted when the patient is semi-prone during ECMO.
Source: Journal of Artificial Organs - Category: Transplant Surgery Source Type: research
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