Awake ECMO for Mid‐Tracheal Obstruction: When a Tracheostomy Isn't Enough

Clinical Case Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jacob Beiriger, Maeher R. Grewal, Daniel E. Bestourous, Nilam Patel, Janani Vigneswaran, Vikas Sharma, Brian Mitzman, Jefferson Chambers, Hilary C. McCrary
DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.71948
Cited by: 2
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Abstract

Awake VV-ECMO can be a life-saving strategy for patients with near-complete tracheal obstruction where tracheostomy and intubation are not feasible. Early multidisciplinary coordination enables safe airway control, tumor debulking, and stenting, facilitating both immediate stabilization and long-term oncologic planning.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Tracheal and airway disorders Airway Management and Intubation Techniques Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical Case Reports
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
14
Issue
2
Pages
e71948–e71948
Publication date
28 January 2026
Language
EN