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The Perfusion Crisis Manual, written by David Borshoff, Paul Sadleir, and Stephen Same, is a concise and easy-to-read manual that provides a structured approach to uncommon but clinically significant events that can occur during cardiopulmonary bypass. Divided into three sections, the manual covers topics such as the heart, great vessels, monitored parameters, blood components, equipment failure, and the management of events during the use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). While more suitable for junior members of the cardiac team, the manual's point form lists and checklists can benefit all practitioners in overcoming fixation error. However, it is important to note that the manual was written within the context of the authors' institution and may not include the most up-to-date information. Overall, the manual is well-written and serves as a useful tool in managing emergencies during extracorporeal circulation. [Extracted from the article]

Reviews the book "Extracorporeal Life Support," by Dan M. Meyer and Michael Jessen.