Heparin-free veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation as a bridge therapy for airway interventions in malignant central airway obstruction
Rationale: Malignant central airway obstruction (MCAO) represents a life-threatening oncologic emergency that can lead to rapid respiratory decompensation and death. Traditional management with mechanical ventilation may be inadequate or risky when severe airway narrowing or complete obstruction exists. Veno-venous ext...