Impact of ECMO Cannula Chlorhexidine-impregnated Dressings to Decrease Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation-cannula Related Infection Rate

Sterile adhesive transparent dressings impregnated with Chlorhexidine Gluconate gel applied to ECMO cannulae for up to 7 consecutive days for each dressing, in the absence of exudation or bleeding at the point of insertion and until explantation of the ECMO, sometimes requiring dressing changes.

Single transparent adhesive dressings not impregnated with Chlorhexidine Gluconate applied to ECMO cannulae for up to 7 consecutive days for each dressing, in the absence of exudation or bleeding at the point of insertion and until explantation of the ECMO, sometimes requiring dressing changes.