Which of the following conditions is considered contraindications for neonatal ECMO?

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Typically the need for ECMO is identified within the first couple of days. The need for ECMO following a prolonged period of mechanical ventilation, such as 7 to 10 days, suggests atypical lung pathology that may not be reversible. Another consideration for deciding not to use ECMO is the patient's size and gestational age. There are ECMO catheter size limitations for newborns less than 2 kg, and newborns less than 32 weeks gestation may be at greater risk for developing intracranial hemorrhage when exposed to anticoagulants.

Which of the Following Conditions Is Considered Contraindications for Neonatal