Ekstrakorporaalse
Ekstrakorporaalse refers to a broad category of medical procedures that involve removing blood from the body, treating it outside the body, and then returning it. The term itself is derived from Latin, meaning "outside the body." These techniques are vital for supporting patients with various organ failures or during complex surgeries.
The most common and well-known form of ekstrakorporal circulation is cardiopulmonary bypass, often called the heart-lung
Another significant application is extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). ECMO serves as a temporary life support system
Other ekstrakorporal treatments include dialysis, where blood is filtered to remove waste products and excess fluid