Monthly Archives: febrero 2021

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Dynamic and Hybrid Configurations for Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Dynamic or hybrid configurations for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are needed when patient physiology or clinical conditions change. Dynamic configurations included configurations converting from veno-arterial (V-A) ECMO or veno-venous..

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Centrifugal and Roller Pumps in Neonatal and Pediatric Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an invaluable means of supporting critically ill children with refractory respiratory or cardiac failure. Controversy remains; however, whether roller or centrifugal pumps are superior,..

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The Potential Role of Extracorporeal Cytokine Removal in Hemodynamic Stabilization in Hyperinflammatory Shock

Abstract Hemodynamic instability due to dysregulated host response is a life-threatening condition requiring vasopressors and vital organ support. Hemoadsorption with Cytosorb has proven to be effective in reducing cytokines and..

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Factor XI Inhibition to Uncouple Thrombosis From Hemostasis: JACC Review Topic of the Week

Abstract Hemostasis and thrombosis are believed to be so intricately linked that any strategies that reduce thrombosis will have an inevitable impact on hemostasis. Consequently, bleeding is viewed as an unavoidable..

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Costs and consequences of acute kidney injury after cardiac surgery: A cohort study

Abstract Objectives  (AKI) is common after cardiac surgery. We quantified the mortality and costs of varying degrees of AKI using a population-based cohort in Alberta, Canada. Methods A cohort of..

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Amyloidosis

Amyloidosis is caused by an accumulation of abnormal protein, called amyloid deposits. If these build up in your body they can cause problems, depending on where in your body they..

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2021 ESC/EACTS Guidelines for the management of valvular heart disease: Developed by the Task Force for the management of valvular…

Preamble Guidelines summarize and evaluate available evidence with the aim of assisting health professionals in proposing the best management strategies for an individual patient with a given condition. Guidelines and..

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Anatomy of Mitral Valve Complex as Revealed by Non-Invasive Imaging: Pathological, Surgical and Interventional Implications

Abstract Knowledge of mitral valve (MV) anatomy has been accrued from anatomic specimens derived by cadavers, or from direct inspection during open heart surgery. However, today two-dimensional and three-dimensional transthoracic..

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Comparison of stored red blood cell washing techniques for priming extracorporeal circuits

Abstract Background: The aim of this study was to compare three different blood washing techniques and describe the differences for the composition of the washed red blood cells (RBC). Methods:..

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How to Turn It Down: The Evidence and Opinions Behind Adult Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Weaning

Abstract Adequate and durable recovery in patients supported with venoarterial (VA) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) can be challenging to predict. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation weaning is the process by which the..

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Virtual reality device training for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a last resort therapy for patients with terminal respiratory failure. In the current worldwide surge of critically ill patients with novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19),..

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ECMO During a Pandemic: A COVID-19 Quality Improvement Process

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is a modified form of cardiopulmonary bypass and a complex adult critical care therapy. No evidence appears to exist on sustaining relevant quality nursing standards during..

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Priming solution for neonatal and pediatric cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract The Priming volume of the oxygenators has been reduced by 75% during the last two decades and it is now possible to go safely on bypass with a priming..

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Why is saline so acidic (and does it really matter?)

Abstract Commercial 0.9% saline solution for infusion has a pH around 5.5. There are many reasons for this acidity, some of them still obscure. It is also true that infusion..

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Tricuspid valve

Learning points: The tricuspid valve is the largest of the heart valves . Its anatomical structure is complex and constituted of the 3 leaflets, the annulus, the chordae, the papillary..

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Huge Right Ventricle mass

Patient with severe dyspnea and chest pain undergone TTE and CMR which confirmed presence of huge RV mass with relation to both LV as well as RV undergone mass resection..

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Impact of minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation on perioperative intravenous fluid management in coronary artery bypass surgery

Abstract Objective: Compare the use of blood products and intravenous fluid management in patients scheduled for coronary artery bypass surgery and randomized to minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation (MiECC) and conventional..

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Arterial diseases imaging

Acquired diseases Aortic aneurysm     Prof. Mamdouh Mahfouz      

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Noninvasive Urine Oxygen Monitoring and the Risk of Acute Kidney Injury in Cardiac Surgery

Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication of cardiac surgery. An intraoperative monitor of kidney perfusion is needed to identify patients at risk for AKI. The authors..

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Sequestration of Dexmedetomidine in Ex Vivo Cardiopulmonary Bypass Circuits

Abstract Dexmedetomidine (DEX) is a sedative used in combination with other drugs in neonates and infants undergoing cardiac surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). This study aimed to evaluate the disposition..

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Evaluation of Seizure Risk in Infants After Cardiopulmonary Bypass in the Absence of Deep Hypothermic Cardiac Arrest

Abstract Background Guidelines recommend evaluation for electrographic seizures in neonates and children at risk, including after cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Although initial research using screening electroencephalograms (EEGs) in infants after CPB..

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Reversal of renal tissue hypoxia during experimental cardiopulmonary bypass in sheep by increased pump flow and arterial pressure

Abstract Aim Renal tissue hypoxia during cardiopulmonary bypass could contribute to the pathophysiology of acute kidney injury. We tested whether renal tissue hypoxia can be alleviated during cardiopulmonary bypass by..

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Predicting Intensive Care Unit Length of Stay After Acute Type A Aortic Dissection Surgery Using Machine Learning

Abstract Background: Patients with acute type A aortic dissection are usually transferred to the intensive care unit (ICU) after surgery. Prolonged ICU length of stay (ICU-LOS) is associated with higher level..

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Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation with concomitant Impella versus concomitant intra-aortic-balloon-pump for cardiogenic shock

Abstract Introduction: The intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) and Impella are left ventricular unloading devices with peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) in place and later serve as bridging therapy when..

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Synthetic Material Abdominal Swabs Reduce Activation of Platelets and Leukocytes Compared to Cotton Materials

Abstract During surgical procedures, cotton abdominal swabs with their high absorptive capacity and malleability are used to retain organs and absorb blood or other body fluids. Such properties of the..

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Month-long Respiratory Support by a Wearable Pumping Artificial Lung in an Ovine Model

Abstract Background.  A wearable artificial lung could improve lung transplantation outcomes by easing implementation of physical rehabilitation during long-term pretransplant respiratory support. The Modular Extracorporeal Lung Assist System (ModELAS) is..

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Intraoperative renal hypoxia and risk of cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury

Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is common after cardiac surgery requiring cardiopulmonary bypass. Renal hypoxia may precede clinically detectable AKI. We compared the efficacy of two indices of renal..

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Antegrade classic technique of heart harvest without arch isolation

Step by Step Heart harvest from A to Z by Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani CEO of ADKWA and Zargham Hossein Ahmadi Tafti with antegrade technique without arch isolation. [playlist ids="19196"]..

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