Monthly Archives: octubre 2021

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Aortic Stenosis: Breaking Down the Continuity Equation

[gallery ids="22031"] States that the volume of blood that passes through the mitral valve should be equal to the volume that passes through the aortic valve. SV = systolic range;..

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Developing a Quality Standard for Verbal Communication During CABG Procedures

Abstract Verbal communication during coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) procedures is essential for safe and efficient cardiac surgery, yet sensitive to failure due to a current lack of standardization. The..

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The association of thrombin generation with bleeding outcomes in cardiac surgery: a prospective observational study

Abstract Background Cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is associated with coagulopathic bleeding. Impaired thrombin generation may be an important cause of coagulopathic bleeding but is poorly measured by existing..

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AVR and MVR and IABPC

AVR and MVR and IABPC in severe Pulmonary Hipertension. [playlist ids="22025"]   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as well as Head of IUMS transplant..

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Effect of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support on the Plasma Levels of Commonly Utilized Catecholamines

Abstract Critically ill patients requiring catecholamine infusion may require extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support. Initiating ECMO support may affect the circulating catecholamine levels, which directly influences the circulatory support. We..

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Atrioventricular disruption posterior to reoperation of mitral valve replacement: repair and echocardiographic evaluation

Abstract Atrioventricular disruption after a mitral valve replacement is a rare but fatal complication. A case of 72 year-old woman is presented. She had a medical history of aortic and..

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Use of CytoSorb in a critically ill patient with COVID-19 developing postpartum ARDS and septic shock

This case reports on a 37-year-old female with previous Lower Segment Cesarean Section (LSCS) and a history of gestational insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, who was admitted to hospital at 32 weeks..

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ELSO Online Learning Academy

The ELSO Learning Academy is a comprehensive collection of online courses. It provides continuing education for active ELSO centers and ELSO members. You must be logged in to access the..

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PERFUSION SCHOLARSHIP - The Brown-Brukardt Perfusion Scholarship

Perfusion Scholarships for Future Medical Leaders: Application Open Between December 27, 2021 – March 25, 2022 As the largest perfusion provider in the industry, it is our privilege to help..

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Recuperación intensificada del paciente sometido a cirugía cardiaca

La vía clínica RICC pretende identificar, difundir y favorecer la implementación de las mejores actuaciones basadas en la evidencia científica para disminuir la variabilidad en la práctica clínica. La puesta..

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To Balloon or Not to Balloon? The Effects of an Intra-Aortic Balloon-Pump on Coronary Artery Flow during Extracorporeal Circulation Simulating…

Abstract ECMO is the most frequently used mechanical support for patients suffering from low cardiac output syndrome. Combining IABP with ECMO is believed to increase coronary artery blood flow, decrease..

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Plasma from patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft surgery does not activate endothelial cells under shear stress in vitro

Abstract Background: Cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is commonly associated with acute kidney injury, and microvascular endothelial inflammation is a potential underlying mechanism. We hypothesized that pro-inflammatory components of..

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Acute aortic syndromes: a review of what we know and future considerations

Abstract Acute aortic syndromes represent a spectrum of life-threatening aortic pathologies. Prompt diagnosis and proper management of these syndromes are important in reducing overall mortality and morbidity, which remains high...

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ECMO implantation training: Needle penetration in 3D printable materials and porcine aorta

Abstract Aim Patients with cardiogenic shock or ARDS, for example, in COVID-19/SARS-CoV-2, may require extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). An ECLS/ECMO model simulating challenging vascular anatomy is desirable for cannula insertion..

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Malignant Hyperthermia During Cardiac Surgery Successfully Treated by Deep Hypothermia Using Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Case Report

Abstract Malignant hyperthermia (MH) is a life-threatening hypermetabolic disorder triggered by volatile anesthetics and/or succinylcholine. We report a case of a 58-year-old patient with a type-A aortic dissection. After induction..

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Carbon Dioxide Elimination After Sodium Bicarbonate Administration as a Novel Method to Assess Cardiac Output: A Pilot Study

Abstract Introduction Cardiac output/pulmonary blood flow measurement is an important way to assess patients during the perioperative period, as well as patients who are critically ill. Current methods of assessing..

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Restrictive versus liberal transfusion in patients with diabetes undergoing cardiac surgery: An open-label, randomized, blinded outcome evaluation trial

Abstract Aim To characterize the association between diabetes and transfusion and clinical outcomes in cardiac surgery, and to evaluate whether restrictive transfusion thresholds are harmful in these patients. Materials and..

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Effects of different target hypothermia treatment on the circulation function and prognosis of cardiopulmonary resuscitation rats

Abstract Objective To investigate the effects of different target hypothermia on the cardiovascular function and prognosis of rats after cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Methods  A total of 44 male SD rats were..

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Ultrafiltration and cardiopulmonary bypass associated acute kidney injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Cardiopulmonary bypass is known to raise the risk of acute kidney injury (AKI). Previous studies have identified numerous risk factors of cardiopulmonary bypass including the possible impact of..

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Impact of partial pressure of oxygen trajectories on the incidence of acute kidney injury in patients undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Background To investigate the impact of the dynamic oxygenation status on the incidence of acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass. Methods This retrospective study was performed..

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The ‘Ten Commandments’ of the 2021 ESC Guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic heart failure

Abstract The 10 main messages of the new guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic heart failure are:

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Relationship Between the Degree of Carotid Stenosis and the Risk of Stroke in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery

Abstract Background The impact of carotid stenosis (CS) in patients undergoing cardiac surgery remains controversial. The aim of this study was to evaluate the association between carotid stenosis and stroke..

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Alternative approach for CABG

Alternative approach for CABG including transverse free LIMA anastomoses to obtuse marginal and proximal anastomoses to ascending aorta. [playlist ids="21958"]   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research..

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ALAP App

  La primera App para perfusionistas.  

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EACTS Academy

  Events in 2022 EACTS provides high quality training courses that are attended by delegates from all over the world. As an educational institution, our goal is to promote a..

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Arterial tourtousity syndrome & Crenel aortic arch

Child less than 1 year old Indistinct distal aortic arch by echo ,, sent for CT CTA: Arterial tourtousity syndrome Crenel aortic arch. [gallery ids="21922,21925,21928,21931,21919"] Mohamed Gibreel , FEBR (Fellowship..

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2021 ACC/AHA/SCAI Guideline for Coronary Artery Revascularization: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Joint Committee on…

Abstract Aim The guideline for coronary artery revascularization replaces the 2011 coronary artery bypass graft surgery and the 2011 and 2015 percutaneous coronary intervention guidelines, providing a patient-centric approach to..

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Bandagem da artéria pulmonar - Pulmonary artery banding

A cirurgia de bandagem ou cerclagem da artéria pulmonar é mais um tipo de cirurgia paliativa dentro das alternativas de tratamento não definitivo das cardiopatias congênitas. A ideia dessa cirurgia..

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