ECMO Paediatric Transfer From Ludhiana to Sir Gangaram Hospital, Delhi

continuous medical supervision. In this case, a critically ill infant in Ludhiana required urgent

ECMO support and safe inter-city transfer to a tertiary care centre in Delhi, coordinated by

Lifesavers.

Clinical Details

A 6-month-old baby was critically unwell and required ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane

Oxygenation) support due to severe cardiorespiratory failure. ECMO was necessary to

maintain adequate oxygenation and circulation when conventional treatment was insufficient.

Transport Summary

After stabilisation on ECMO, the infant was transported from Ludhiana to Sir Gangaram

Hospital, Delhi, using a fully equipped critical care ambulance. The transfer was carried out

under strict medical supervision, with continuous monitoring to ensure the baby remained stable

throughout the journey.

Outcome

The paediatric ECMO transfer was completed safely, and the infant was handed over to the

specialised critical care team at Sir Gangaram Hospital for continued treatment.

Closing Note

This case highlights the importance of structured paediatric ECMO transport services, where

experienced medical teams and specialised equipment are essential for safely transferring

critically ill infants across cities.