Which of the following conditions are cardiac applications of ECMO?
I.ECPR
II.CDH
III.Fulminant myocarditis
IV.Cardiomyopathy

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The availability of ECMO is an important facet in the medical-surgical management of congenital heart disease (CHD).In the preoperative period,ECMO is used to augment cardiac output and support organ function until palliative or corrective surgery is undertaken.ECMO is also used in the postoperative period,particularly in complex CHD,as more challenging surgical repairs are attempted.ECMO has also been used during interventional procedures.Patients with cardiac muscle disease,such as fulminant myocarditis or cardiomyopathy,may have such poor heart function that the need for mechanical support with ECMO is necessary.Although other mechanical circulatory support devices would provide equivalent support,ECMO systems are more readily available and can be implemented in the ICU.When cardiac function fails to recover,ECMO becomes a key support device while heart transplantation options or other support devices are considered.The use of ECMO for cardiac support continues to grow,particularly as an aid to resuscitation,or ECMO during cardiopulmonary resuscitation,referred to as ECPR.

Which of the Following Conditions Are Cardiac Applications of ECMO