Yearly Archives: 2021

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Outcomes of Patients Denied ECMO During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Greater Paris, France

To the Editor: Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) was considered early in the pandemic to rescue the most severe forms of coronavirus disease (COVID-19)–associated acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The..

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The Role of Serial Right Heart Catheterization Survey in Patients Awaiting Heart Transplant on Ventricular Assist Device

Abstract Current guidelines recommend serial right heart catheterization (RHC) to survey pulmonary hypertension in patients awaiting heart transplant. However, the role and impact of this surveillance is unclear in patients..

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LT pulmonary artey clot and intimal damage undergone off pump

Patient with left pulmonary artery injury due to MVA or accident came in golden time to our center studies confirmed presence of LT pulmonary artey clot and intimal damage undergone..

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RA perforation and secondary tamponade during closed percutaneous pace maker insertion

Real scene of RA perforation and secondary tamponade during closed percutaneous pace maker insertion for the patient pace maker withdrawn and site repair with patch.  Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO..

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Chronic sub valve pulmonary stenosis

Patient with chronic sub valve pulmonary stenosis came to our center with chief complaint of dypnea as well chest pain in TTE as well TEE presence of subvalve stenosis confirmed..

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Doble salida de ventrículo derecho

Caso clínico Niño de aproximadamente 3 meses con la cardiopatía congénita de Doble Salida de Ventrículo Derecho. Además de la salida anómala y la conexión interventricular, el paciente presenta una..

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Use of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in Blunt Traumatic Injury Patients with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Abstract Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is commonly used to support patients with severe respiratory failure with adequate cardiac function by providing gas exchange while allowing for lung-protection, lung..

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The Effectiveness of Levosimendan on Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Management and Outcome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Abstract Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) provides a temporary support system for patients with cardiogenic shock refractory to conventional medical therapies. It has been reported that levosimendan may facilitate VA-ECMO..

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Time course of risk factors associated with mortality of 1260 critically ill patients with COVID‑19 admitted to 24 Italian intensive…

Abstract Purpose: To evaluate the daily values and trends over time of relevant clinical, ventilatory and laboratory parameters during the intensive care unit (ICU) stay and their association with outcome..

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Complete steps of superior cavopulmonary anastomoses in middle age patient

Complete steps of superior cavopulmonary anastomoses in middle age patient with A to Z.  Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as well as Head of..

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Repair of mitral valve paravalvular leakage

Very very interesting view of beating repair of mitral valve paravalvular leakage without administration of cardioplegia and just transient aortic clamp to impede air embolism.   [audio ogg="https://perfusfind.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Repair-of-mitral-valve-paravalvular-leakage.ogg"][/audio]   Dr.Sam..

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Innominate artery replacement with tube graft

Innominate artery replacement with tube graft in patient with traumatic isolated innominate artery dissection and neurological sign and symptoms.  Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center..

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Retrieve of SVC stent and SVC replacement and bypass with graft

Retrieve of SVC stent in patient with malignancy and SVCS undergone clotted stent removal and SVC replacement and bypass with graft. Final form of SVC reconstruction  Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani,..

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Simple technique for cannulation from innominate artery

Very simple technique for cannulation from innominate artery without sewing tubular graft 8 mm directly with curved cannula of aorta appropriate size in arch and dissection surgery.  Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad..

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Women leaders in Cardiology. Contemporary profile of the WHO European region

Abstract Aims Women’s participation is steadily growing in medical schools, but they are still not sufficiently represented in cardiology, particularly in cardiology leadership positions. We present the contemporary distribution of..

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Multisite Veno-Venous Cannulation for Neonates and Nonambulatory Children

Abstract OBJECTIVES:  Neonates with respiratory failure are ideally supported with veno-venous rather than veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation due to the reduced rate of neurologic complications. However, the proportion of neonates..

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Novel Brain Protection Method for Zone 0 Endovascular Aortic Repair with Selective Cerebral Perfusion

Abstract Objective: Zone 0 thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) is associated with a high incidence of cerebral infarction mostly due to the embolic shower of a plaque from the aortic arch..

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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) – Time is of the Essence!

Abstract Extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is growing in adoption and popularity, as demonstrated by the international registry maintained by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO). While initially an adaptation of..

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Heparin beyond anti-coagulation

Abstract Heparin has served as a mainstream  for over eight decades. Clinically heparin-derived compounds significantly contribute to prevention and treatment of thrombotic events complicated in numerous medical conditions such as ,  and  processes. Moreover..

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RotaFlow and CentriMag Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support Systems as Treatment Strategies for Refractory Cardiogenic Shock

Abstract Background RotaFlow and Levitronix CentriMag veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support systems have been investigated as treatment for refractory cardiogenic shock (CS). Methods Between 2004 and 2012, 119 consecutive..

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Volatile Versus Intravenous Anesthetics in Cardiac Anesthesia: a Narrative Review

Abstract Purpose of the Review The present review addresses clinicians and gives an overview about the experimental rationale for pharmacological conditioning associated with volatile anesthetics, opioids, and propofol; the current..

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Pulsatility protects the endothelial glycocalyx during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation

Abstract Background Pulsatile flow protects vital organ function and improves microcirculatory perfusion during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Studies revealed that pulsatile shear stress plays a vital role in microcirculatory function..

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Improving Formative Feedback in the Operating Room Setting

Abstract Problem:  Formative feedback, which is given in an ongoing fashion during the learning process, is fundamental to clinical education. However, dissatisfaction with formative feedback among residents is common. Difficulties..

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European registry of type A aortic dissection (ERTAAD) - rationale, design and definition criteria

Abstract Background Acute Stanford type A aortic dissection (TAAD) is a life-threatening condition. Surgery is usually performed as a salvage procedure and is associated with significant postoperative early mortality and..

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Morphologic variants of the Cerebral Arterial Circle on computed tomographic angiography (CTA): a large retrospective study

Abstract Purpose To confirm and illustrate the great variability of morphology of the Cerebral Arterial Circle (CAC)—also commonly called “Circle of Willis”—in current clinical Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) practice. Methods..

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An overview of human pericardial space and pericardial fluid

Abstract The pericardium is a double-layered fibro-serous sac that envelops the majority of the surface of the heart as well as the great vessels. Pericardial fluid is also contained within..

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Can Heparin-Coated ECMO Cannulas Induce Thrombocytopenia in COVID-19 Patients?

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is often used in the management of COVID-19-related severe respiratory failure. We report the first case of a patient with COVID-19-related ARDS on ECMO support..

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The role of hydrocortisone pre-treatment in decreasing side effects of protamine sulfate administration during cardiac surgery: a randomised controlled trial

Abstract Background One of the challenges during cardiac surgery is to keep patients fully anticoagulated during the  time and reversing  at the end of surgery. For that purpose, heparin and its approved..

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Off pump beating Zeraatian's technique of RA mass evacuation with just SVC and IVC choking

Off pump beating Zeraatian's technique of RA mass evacuation with just SVC and IVC choking. [playlist ids="18068"]   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as..

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