BCN SIM-BASED ECPR MEGACODE

October 16-18, 2025

BCN SIM-BASED ECPR MEGACODE

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

  • ECPR scenario divided in two modules of 90 min:
1) Cannulation process and initiation of support using a phantom model.
2) Extracorporeal support management using last generation ECMO simulator.
  • Instructors: 3 ECPR & SIM experts from highly experienced ECMO training group.
  • Ratio expert/attendee of 3/10.
  • Structured debriefing-focused simulation following ELSO standards.

COMPETENCIES BEING TRAINED

CANNULATION MODULE (11h-12h30):
1. Indicate ECPR and EISOR.
2. Select adequate cannulation configuration.
3. Cannulate.
4. Initiate extracorporeal support.
5. ECPR team organization and coordination.

MANAGEMENT (13h-14h30):
1. Stabilization, identify and treat the cause of cardiac arrest.
2. Manage ECPR case, considering particularities.
3. Prevent, diagnose, and solve specific complications.
4. Wean vs withdraw vs change to EISOR.

VALL D’HEBRON BARCELONA ECMO TEAM

DIRECTOR & INSTRUCTOR Jordi Riera Intensivist, Adult ECMO program Director - Vall d’Hebron Hospital, Barcelona • EuroELSO Steering Committee • ELSO Research Committee
INSTRUCTORS Eduard Argudo Intensivist - ECMO team Vall d’Hebron Hospital
María Martínez Intensivist - ECMO team Vall d’Hebron Hospital

Endorsed by

CKS
EUROelso

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