Support with ECMO beyond 256 hrs was not associated with survival. Progressive multiple organ system dysfunction and nosocomial infections have a negative impact on survival. Serious consideration should be given to discontinuing ECMO support whenever there is a progressive increase in the number of abnormally functioning organ systems, a nosocomial infection occurs, or native cardiac function has not improved significantly by 250 hrs of ECMO support.
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