Yearly Archives: 2022

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Innominate artery direct cannulation provides brain protection during total arch replacement for acute type A aortic dissection

Abstract Background This study aimed to investigate the safety of direct innominate arterial (IA) cannulation using a pediatric arterial cannula to establish selective antegrade cerebral perfusion (ACP) during total arch..

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Escalating and De-escalating Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support in Cardiogenic Shock: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Abstract The use of temporary mechanical circulatory support in cardiogenic shock has increased dramatically despite a lack of randomized controlled trials or evidence guiding clinical decision-making. Recommendations from professional societies..

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Outcome and Cost of Nurse-Led vs Perfusionist-led Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Background  (ECMO) is a resource-intense modality of care whose use has grown exponentially. We examined volume and utilization trends to identify the financial break-even point that might serve to..

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Bleeding and thrombotic events in patients with severe COVID-19 supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: a nationwide cohort study

Abstract Purpose To describe bleeding and thrombotic events and their risk factors in patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and to evaluate their impact..

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Outcome of primary graft dysfunction rescued by venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation after heart transplantation

Abstract Background: Primary graft dysfunction remains the leading cause of 30-day mortality after heart transplantation. Few data have been published about the clinical outcome of severe primary graft dysfunction treated..

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Experiencia de uso de Cytosorb en cirugía cardíaca pediátrica

Experiencia de uso de Cytosorb en cirugía cardíaca pediátrica      

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Hemoconcentração x Resposta Inflamatória - Webinar 30

AULÃO #30 - Hemoconcentração x Resposta Inflamatória - Artigo Prof. Elio Carvalho é Biomédico, Microbiologista e Perfusionista pela Unicamp, CLAP e SBCEC. É perfusionista do Hospital de Clínicas da Unicamp..

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Awake Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation for COVID-19–induced Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Abstract The outcome of patients with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) treated in ICUs is unsatisfying (). Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (vvECMO) can serve as a rescue strategy when patients deteriorate during..

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Challenges in Patient Blood Management for Cardiac Surgery: A Narrative Review

Abstract About 15 years ago, Patient Blood Management (PBM) emerged as a new paradigm in perioperative medicine and rapidly found support of all major medical societies and government bodies. Blood..

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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation and Perfluorocarbon in a Therapy Refractory Case of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Abstract Perfluorocarbons are oxygen-carrying, dense liquids initially intended for the use in partial or total liquid ventilation of patients with severe acute respiratory distress syndrome but which did not show beneficial effects in clinical studies...

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Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: first results and outcomes of a newly established ECPR program in a large…

Abstract Objectives: Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) is associated with excessively high mortality rates. Recent studies suggest benefits from extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) performed in selected patients. We sought to present..

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The application of autopsy and explanted heart samples in scientific research

Abstract Cardiovascular disease, which accounts for nearly one-third of deaths globally, is a great threat to human life and health. To improve global health and advance the progression of cardiovascular..

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Timing of cardiac surgery during pregnancy: a patient-level meta-analysis Get access Arrow

Abstract Aims To investigate the association between the timing of cardiac surgery during pregnancy and both maternal and foetal outcomes. Methods and results Studies published up to 6 February 2021..

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Development of pediatric multidisciplinary extracorporeal membrane oxygenation simulations: A novel educational program to enhance team communication and emergency preparedness

Abstract Introduction: Pediatric extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a high risk, low-volume technology. Infrequency of this technology and associated complications may translate to unfamiliarity of identification and management of potentially..

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Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists Clinical Practice Update for Management of Acute Kidney Injury Associated With Cardiac Surgery

Abstract Cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CS-AKI) is common and is associated with increased risk for postoperative morbidity and mortality. Our recent survey of the Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists (SCA)..

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Use of CytoSorb in splenic abscessand septic shock due to intestinal ischemia following portal vein thrombosis and extensive small bowel…

This case reports on a 37-year-old male patient with known type 1 diabetes mellitus, who was admitted to the hospital with nausea, multiple vomiting and abdominal pain. [pdf-embedder url="https://perfusfind.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/CoW_28_2022_E_web_compressed.pdf"]

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Organ donation after cardiac death

Complete organ donation after cardiac death in patient with cardiac arrest using HA380 and MUF technique for the first time across the world!  Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham..

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ECPR2: Expert Consensus on Percutaneous Cannulation for Extracorporeal CardioPulmonary Resuscitation

Abstract Aim Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) has emerged as a promising resuscitation strategy for select patients suffering from refractory out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA), though limited data exist regarding the best..

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Erroneous Pressure Reading from an Unpowered Intra-aortic Balloon Pump: Case Report

Abstract Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) technology is an established treatment modality for patients with acute cardiac failure. Advances in IABP technology have simplified use and reliability such that electromechanical malfunctions..

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Utility of D-dimers in COVID-19 Patients Requiring Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract A retrospective study was performed examining the trend of inflammatory markers, including D-dimers, in 29 COVID-19 patients requiring veno-venous (VV) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support. We observed that COVID-19..

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Hematic Antegrade Repriming Reduces Emboli on Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract Particulate and gaseous microemboli (GME) are side effects of cardiac surgery that interfere with postoperative recovery by causing endothelial dysfunction and vascular blockages. GME sources during surgery are multiple,..

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Measuring What Matters at Morbidity and Mortality Conferences: A Scoping Review of Effectiveness Measures

Abstract Objective  Efforts to study morbidity and mortality conferences (M&MC) are hampered by the lack of rigorous instruments to assess the effectiveness of the conferences for the purpose of quality..

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Evolving outcomes of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation during the first 2 years of the COVID-19 pandemic: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been used extensively for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-related acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Reports early in the pandemic suggested that mortality in patients..

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Origins and Evolution of Extracorporeal Circulation: JACC Historical Breakthroughs in Perspective

Abstract Midway through the 20th century, direct open-heart operations were not yet a reality, awaiting safe methods to support the  during cardiac surgery. The scientific advancements collectively leading to safe  are considered..

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Pathophysiology, mechanisms, and managements of tissue hypoxia

Abstract Oxygen is needed to generate aerobic adenosine triphosphate and energy that is required to support vital cellular functions. Oxygen delivery (DO2) to the tissues is determined by convective and..

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Cardiac Dysfunction Biomarkers are Associated with Potential for Successful Separation from Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in Children

Abstract Biomarkers of cardiac dysfunction may aid in decision making about organ recovery and optimal timing of separation from extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). We conducted a prospective observational study of..

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Effect of hospital case volume on clinical outcomes of patients requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: a territory-wide longitudinal observational study

Abstract Background: The utilization of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has increased rapidly around the world. Being an overall low-volume high-cost form of therapy, the effectiveness of having care delivered in segregated..

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Cardiac Surgery Associated AKI Prevention Strategies and Medical Treatment for CSA-AKI

Abstract Acute kidney injury (AKI) is common after cardiac surgery. To date, there are no specific pharmacological therapies. In this review, we summarise the existing evidence for prevention and management..

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