Optimized CT-imaging Protocol in VA-ECMO Patients After CPR

ECMO flow rate is reduced for the duration of CT image acquisition (max. 1-2 min.), if the hemodynamic and respiratory situation allows it. Feasibility is determined by the accompanying emergency physician right before the CT scan and adapted to the individually tolerable level (max. 50% of initial flow, no less than 1,5 litre/min). After image acquisition, ECMO flow rate is immediately returned to the initial or clinically optimal value at this moment.