Written by more than 200 experts from around the world, this new edition is the definitive guide to supporting extracorporeal life, providing both factual evidence and practical advice on treating illnesses for everyone. There are new chapters on topics not found in previous editions, including infectious diseases, bedside ultrasound, cannulation, ECLS nomenclature, additional treatments to support organ nutrition, physical therapy and support , anesthesia and ECMO emergency management. This book is not only an updated version of a previous edition, but has been rewritten from scratch and explains various international practices. This is a book that doctors who care for ECLS patients will never want to do without.