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Call for papers - Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation

Guest Editors

Francesco Alessandri, MD, Sapienza University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Italy
Adam Green, MD, MBA, Cooper University Health Care, USA

Submission Status: Open   |   Submission Deadline: 17 November 2025 


BMC Anesthesiology is calling for submissions to our collection, Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. This Collection invites research focused on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), emphasizing its role in critical care and anesthesia. We seek submissions that explore patient outcomes, innovative technologies, and best practices surrounding ECMO, including both veno-arterial and veno-venous approaches. Contributions should aim to enhance our understanding of ECMO's impact on patient care and outcomes in intensive care settings.

Meet the Guest Editors

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Francesco Alessandri, MD, Sapienza University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Italy

Dr Francesco Alessandri is currently a researcher in anesthesiology and critical care medicine. He is medical coordinator of the intensive care staff at Sapienza University of Rome, Policlinico Umberto I, Italy. Dr Alessandri’s main research interests are extracorporeal organ support techniques, nosocomial multidrug resistance infections in the intensive care unit, and biomarkers of infection. His interest also focuses on the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of acute respiratory distress syndrome, and ventilator-induced lung injury. He has authored more than 100 publications in international journals and more than 10 book chapters.

Adam Green, MD, MBA, Cooper University Health Care​, USA

Dr Adam Green is an intensivist at Cooper University Healthcare, USA. He joined the faculty in 2017 after completing a fellowship in pulmonary critical care at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr Green is the director of research for the division of critical care and has over 50 publications. He plays an integral role in the execution of all clinical trials the division partakes in. He is currently an editorial board member for BMC Anesthesiology. His specific research interests include ARDS, mechanical ventilation, and mechanical circulatory support. He is associate professor of medicine at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and has several roles at CMSU.

About the Collection

BMC Anesthesiology is calling for submissions to our collection, Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.

 Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is as a critical life-saving technology used in patients with severe respiratory and cardiac failure. This advanced therapy involves the temporary support of a patient's heart and lungs using a machine that oxygenates blood outside the body. As clinical experience with ECMO has expanded, so too has our understanding of its applications, ranging from acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) to cardiogenic shock. This Collection aims to compile diverse research exploring the utilization, outcomes, and best practices surrounding ECMO, focusing on both veno-venous and veno-arterial configurations.

Advancements in ECMO techniques and technologies have significantly improved patient outcomes in critical care settings. Enhanced patient selection criteria, better anticoagulation strategies, and the development of smaller, more portable devices have expanded the reach of ECMO therapy. Furthermore, recent studies have elucidated the role of ECMO in managing complex cases, leading to increased survival rates. A comprehensive understanding of these developments is essential for optimizing ECMO utilization and ensuring that this resource-intensive intervention is employed effectively.

We invite submissions from all aspects of this field, including, but not limited to:

  • Outcomes of veno-venous ECMO in ARDS patients
  • Role of ECMO in mechanical circulatory support
  • Innovations in extracorporeal life support technology
  • Anesthesia considerations for ECMO patients


Continued research in ECMO may yield exciting future advancements, including the integration of artificial intelligence for real-time monitoring, enhanced patient-tailored therapy, and improved biocompatibility of circuit components. These innovations have the potential to increase the safety and efficacy of ECMO, making it an even more valuable tool in critical care medicine.

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.

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Submission Guidelines

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This Collection welcomes submission of original Research Articles. Should you wish to submit a different article type, please read our submission guidelines to confirm that type is accepted by the journal. Articles for this Collection should be submitted via our submission system, Snapp. During the submission process you will be asked whether you are submitting to a Collection, please select "Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation" from the dropdown menu.

All manuscripts submitted to this journal, including those submitted to collections and special issues, are assessed in line with our editorial policies and the journal’s peer review process. Reviewers and editors are required to declare competing interests and can be excluded from the peer review process if a competing interest exists.