Abstract Background Current practice guidelines for red blood cell (RBC) transfusion in ICUs are based on haemoglobin threshold, without consideration of oxygen delivery or consumption. We aimed to evaluate an..
Read MorePost operative bleeding in patient with CABG and AVR and IABPC due to pulsating impact of IABPC in the suture line of aortotomy. Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of..
Read MoreCardiopatia congênita que se caracteriza como o próprio nome diz pela formação de um tronco único saindo do coração. O normal do coração é termos 2 grandes vasos saindo dele,..
Read MoreNa doença de Kawasaki temos uma espécie de inflamação nos pequenos e médios vasos do corpo da criança. Foi descrita pela primeira vez no Japão, em 1962, pelo Dr. Tomisaku..
Read MoreThoracoabdominal huge aneurysm and sacular multiple aneurysm out pouch undergone novel reduction aortoplasty plus Florida operation. [gallery ids="29929"] Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center..
Read MoreAbstract This approach is based on subcutaneous administration of low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) 3 times a day, paired with antifactor Xa (anti-Xa) assay monitoring, 3 times a day, each sample equidistant..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose of review Cardiogenic shock is a condition that is characterized by end-organ hypoperfusion secondary to reduced cardiac output, and is associated with substantial mortality. The mainstay of therapy..
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Read MoreGuideline na CEC Prof. Elio Carvalho é Biomédico, Microbiologista e Perfusionista pela Unicamp, CLAP e SBCEC. É perfusionista do Hospital de Clínicas da Unicamp e Coordenador do Curso da Unicamp..
Read MoreAbstract Background Complex cardiac surgery and prolonged cardiopulmonary bypass are associated with significant activation of the systemic inflammatory response system. Pro-inflammatory cytokines, oxygen free radicals and complement activation products contribute..
Read MoreAbstract Importance In children undergoing heart surgery, nitric oxide administered into the gas flow of the cardiopulmonary bypass oxygenator may reduce postoperative low cardiac output syndrome, leading to improved recovery and..
Read MoreAbstract Bronchovenous (BVF) is a rare complication and can cause arterial gas embolism in vital organs, including the heart and the brain, resulting in a high mortality rate. A 51-year-old man..
Read MoreAbstract Background PEEP selection in severe COVID-19 patients under extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is challenging as no study has assessed the alveolar recruitability in this setting. The aim of the..
Read MoreKyphoscoliosis repair and descending thoracic aorta concomitant repair via post lat thoracotomy incision and plate fixation [gallery ids="29889,29893"] Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as..
Read MorePatient with severe MR confirmed by TTE and TEE undergone MV repair with good post op course. Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as well..
Read MoreThis case reports on a 28-year-old female patient who was referred intubated and ventilated from an intensive care unit (ICU) of another tertiary care hospital to Sir Gangaram Hospital, Delhi,..
Read MoreAbstract Background A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials was recently published in BMC Surgery that compared the use of human albumin with 6% hydroxyethyl starches 130/0.4 for cardiopulmonary bypass prime..
Read MoreAbstract Background Ever since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic, the world medical landscape has changed dramatically. As cardiac surgeons we not only have the duty to protect our patients and..
Read MoreAbstract Acute brain injury (ABI) occurs frequently in patients receiving venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). We examined the association between peri-cannulation arterial carbon dioxide tension (PaCO2) and ABI with granular..
Read MoreAbstract Background Extracorporeal circulation (ECC) is now being increasingly used in critical care settings. Epileptic seizures are a recognized but under reported complication in patients receiving this care. Acute symptomatic post-operative..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Advanced age is a known risk factor for poor outcomes after veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) for cardiac support. The use of ECMO support in patients over..
Read MoreAbstract Factor XII (FXII) deficiency is a congenital disorder inherited as an autosomal recessive condition. In his heterozygous form, it is relatively common in the general population. However, a total..
Read MoreAbstract Background Thrombocytopenia (platelet count below 150 x 103/μL) is a common finding after open-heart surgery and can lead to various complications, including patient death. This study aimed to determine..
Read MoreAbstract Background Brain injury and neurodevelopmental impairment remain a concern in children with complex congenital heart disease (CHD). A practice guideline on neuromonitoring, neuroimaging, and neurodevelopmental follow-up in CHD patients..
Read MoreAbstract Objective Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is a requisite for correction of congenital heart disease by open-heart surgery and induces a systemic inflammatory response that can lead to complications such as..
Read MoreAbstract Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of the 5-minute test (FMT), developed to record the amount of pericardial bleeding in patients undergoing general cardiac surgery, and determine the relationship between..
Read MoreAbstract Background Research evaluating hemostatic agents for the treatment of clinically significant bleeding has been hampered by inconsistency and lack of standardized primary clinical trial outcomes. Clinical trials of hemostatic..
Read MoreAbstract OBJECTIVES Following cardiac surgery, postoperative cognitive decline (POCD) is a common complication that can impair the quality of life and increase mortality. The aim of this study..
Read MoreRedo PVR with bovine pericardial patch and biological valve and usage of gluebran during final phase of anastomoses. Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as..
Read MoreClassic routine heart harvest using UW solutions but not deploying cross clamp to waste circulating UW solution in the heart up to final steps. > Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO..
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