The ECMO Specialist Has Noticed Excessive Clotting in the Circuit

question 11

Multiple Choice

The ECMO specialist has noticed excessive clotting in the circuit despite increase doses of heparin. What is the most feasible explanation for this event?

• A) Too many platelet transfusions
• B) Defective heparin
• C) Blood flow too slow
• D) Deficiency of ATIII

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