Yearly Archives: 2022

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HIT en paciente con ECMO: Manejo alternativo de anticoagulación

Garbarini,M. Privitera,V. Villaroel, S. Las Heras,M. San Roman, E.  

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The HeartMate 6

Abstract The need for biventricular support poses significant challenges for patients who require a mechanical bridge to transplantation. Recent improvements in ventricular assist device (VAD) technology has made possible the..

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Perioperative Management of Bleeding and Transfusion for Lung Transplantation

Abstract Perioperative allogeneic blood product transfusion is common in lung transplantation and has various implications on the short- and long-term outcomes of lung recipients. This review summarizes the effect of..

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On pump Tricuspid Valve repair

Patient with TB pulmonary and COVID 19 undergone beating on pump TV repair as well as off pump TV resection. [playlist ids="30980"]   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham..

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Management of perioperative bleeding risk in patients on antithrombotic medications undergoing cardiac surgery—a systematic review

Abstract Background: Antithrombotic drugs increase the risk of bleeding, especially in patients who need urgent surgery without an adequate wash-out period. This review aims to evaluate perioperative bleeding complications in..

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Survival and Factors Associated with Survival with Extracorporeal Life Support During Cardiac Arrest: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Abstract The survival rate after cardiac arrest (CA) remains low. The utilization of extracorporeal life support is proposed to improve management. However, this resource-intensive tool is associated with complications and..

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EVALUATING INTERFACILITY ECMO TRANSFER OUTCOMES BY CANNULATION LOCATION AND MODE OF TRANSPORT

Abstract A study published in March 2022 evaluated complications and in-hospital mortality in patients treated with Venovenous (VV) ECMO based on cannula locations and transport mode. The manuscript, written by..

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Impact of cardiopulmonary bypass duration on efficacy of fibrinogen replacement with cryoprecipitate compared with fibrinogen concentrate: a post hoc analysis…

Abstract Background Coagulopathy in cardiac surgery is frequently associated with acquired hypofibrinogenaemia, which can be treated with either purified fibrinogen concentrate (FC) or cryoprecipitate. Because the latter is not purified..

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Recent advancements in pediatric cardiopulmonary bypass technology for better outcomes of pediatric cardiac surgery

Abstract Background Pediatric cardiac surgery is in itself very enigmatic and individualized. Presently, there has been a slew of new developments aimed primarily toward pediatric cardiopulmonary bypass for safer, patient-centered..

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Incidence and outcome of anaphylaxis in cardiac surgical patients

Abstract Introduction:  Anaphylaxis is a rare but serious and potentially fatal complication of anesthesia. Little is known about the incidence and outcome of anaphylaxis in cardiac surgical patients, which we..

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Awake extracorporeal life support and physiotherapy in adult patients: A systematic review of the literature

Abstract Objective The Awake Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) practice combined with physiotherapy is increasing. However, available evidence for this approach is limited, with unclear indications on timing, management, and protocols...

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Intraoperative Hypotension–Physiologic Basis and Future Directions

Abstract Intraoperative hypotension (IOH) is a major concern to the anesthesiologist. Its appropriate identification and management require an understanding of the physiology of blood pressure regulation, prudent blood pressure monitoring,..

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First Transcatheter TricValve System Implanted for Tricuspid Regurgitation in North America

Abstract In February 2022, Cleveland Clinic interventional cardiologists performed the first implantation of the TricValve® Transcatheter Bicaval Valves System in a patient in North America. The successful case, completed in an..

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