Yearly Archives: 2022

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Right Heart, Right Now: The Role of Three-Dimensional Echocardiography

Abstract Three-dimensional echocardiography is the only  that offers the ability to image the complex right heart in its complete dimensionality. Over the years, the benefits of three-dimensional echocardiography to improve..

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Mechanical Circulatory Support in High-risk Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery

Abstract The Coronary Artery Surgery Study (CASS) trial, which compared the medical and surgical treatment of patients with chronic, stable coronary artery disease, revealed that coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)..

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Pulmonary artery stenosis and tracheal stenosis post COVID 19 vaccination

Patient with severe pulmonary artery stenosis and tracheal stenosis post COVID 19 vaccination undergone off pump patch pulmonoplasty and tracheal resection and end to end anastomoses for both trachea and..

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Outcome of post‑traumatic acute respiratory distress syndrome in young patients requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)

Abstract We aimed to evaluate the outcomes of post‑traumatic acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)in young patients with and without Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support. A retrospective analysis was conducted for..

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Prothrombin Complex Concentrate vs Plasma for Post–Cardiopulmonary Bypass Coagulopathy and Bleeding

Abstract Importance  Post–cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) coagulopathy and bleeding are among the most common reasons for blood product transfusion in surgical practices. Current retrospective data suggest lower transfusion rates and blood loss..

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Reparación valvular Aórtica - Training Academy

Dr. Alberto Forteza Gil - Hospital Universitario Puerta Hierro Majadahonda. Rotación de 1 mes para: Residentes en los últimos 2 años de formación. Fellows en último año. Cirujanos cardíacos Contacto:..

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Mitral valve replacement with severe bacterial endocarditis

Mitral valve replacement with mechanical valve in patient with severe bacterial endocarditis and annulus destruction just with one cardioplegia and two stage cannulation.  Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham..

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PAPVC of LT lung upper lobe

Patient with PAPVC of LT lung upper lobe undergone total correction off pump with LT SVC to LAA anastomoses.  Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center..

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Prediction of Postoperative Delirium After Cardiac Surgery with A Quick Test of Cognitive Speed, Mini-Mental State Examination and Hospital Anxiety…

Abstract Purpose: To evaluate if preoperative assessment with A Quick Test of Cognitive Speed (AQT) could increase the accuracy of predicting delirium after cardiac surgery compared to Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE),..

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A case with no administration of protamine to neutralize heparin in aortic valve replacement with cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Systemic  is necessary before  (CPB) in cardiac surgery, and  administration to neutralize heparin for  is required at the end of CPB. Because protamine is an allogeneic protein extracted from the sperm of specific..

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Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for patients with refractory coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19): Multicenter experience of referral hospitals in a large…

Abstract Background: The benefit of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for patients with severe acute respiratory distress from coronavirus disease 2019 refractory to medical management and lung-protective mechanical ventilation has not been..

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Risk score for arch reconstruction under circulatory arrest with hypothermia: The ARCH score

Abstract Objective Currently, there is no risk scores built to predict risk in thoracic aortic surgery. This study aims to develop and internally validate a risk prediction score for patients..

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The neurocognitive outcomes of hemodilution in adult patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting using cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Objective: The study aimed to evaluate the effect of mild and moderate hemodilution during CPB on the neurocognitive dysfunction in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting.  Design: A randomized clinical study. ..

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The effect of Ulinastatin on postoperative course in cardiopulmonary bypass patients in Asia: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Abstract Objectives To evaluate the effect of urinary trypsin inhibitor (UTI) or Ulinastatin on postoperative course and clinical outcomes in patients with cardiopulmonary bypass. Methods We searched PubMed, Embase, Web..

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A system-wide extracorporeal membrane oxygenation quality collaborative improves patient outcomes

Abstract Objective: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) use in adult patient populations has grown rapidly with wide variation in practices and outcomes. We evaluated the impact on patient outcomes, resource use, and..

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Coagulation in pediatric extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: A systematic review of studies shows lack of standardized reporting

Abstract Objectives Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) involves complex coagulation management and frequent hemostatic complications. ECMO practice between centers is variable. To compare results between coagulation studies, standardized definitions and clear..

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Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation flow or dobutamine to improve microcirculation during ECMO for refractory cardiogenic shock

Abstract Purpose Venoarterial  (VA ECMO) effectively supports refractory  (rCS), and sustains macro- and . We investigated the respective impact of increasing VA ECMO flow or  dose on microcirculation in stabilized VA ECMO–treated patients with..

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Renal Replacement Therapy for Patients Requiring Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Multicenter International Survey

Abstract Introduction: Patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) often require renal replacement therapy (RRT). The challenge of inserting a dialysis catheter (DC) could be solved by direct connection of RRT lines..

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RVAo - tridux reop

Patient with trido aortic valve with previous history of MVR and closed mitral valve comissureotomy. [playlist ids="29770"]   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as..

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CytoSorb as adjuvant therapy in refractory ARDS and ECMO support in COVID-19

This case reports on a 55-year-old male patient who was transferred from an external hospital to Immenstadt hospital due to progressive respiratory deterioration with confirmed COVID-19 pneumonia. [pdf-embedder url="https://perfusfind.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/CoW_26_2022_E_web_compressed.pdf"]

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Hemorrhagic complications in Veno-Venous Extracorporeal life Support—Development and internal validation of multivariable prediction model in adult patients

Abstract Background During extracorporeal life support (ECLS), bleeding is one of the most frequent complications, associated with high morbidity and increased mortality, despite continuous improvements in devices and patient care...

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Hypothermic versus Normothermic Temperature Control after Cardiac Arrest

Abstract BACKGROUND The evidence for temperature control for comatose survivors of cardiac arrest is inconclusive. Controversy exists as to whether the effects of hypothermia differ per the circumstances of the..

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Improving Trendelenburg position effectiveness by varying cardiopulmonary bypass flow

Abstract Introduction Trendelenburg position (TP) is used to transport gaseous emboli away from the cerebral region during cardiac surgery. However, TP effectiveness has not been fully considered when combined with..

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Beneficial Effect of Prone Positioning During Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation for Coronavirus Disease 2019

Abstract OBJECTIVES:  The study investigated the impact of prone positioning during venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support for coronavirus disease 2019 acute respiratory failure on the patient outcome. DESIGN:  An observational..

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The Evolution of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Circuitry and Impact on Clinical Outcomes in Children: A Systematic Review

Abstract This systematic review summarizes the major developments in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuitry in pediatrics over the past 20 years and demonstrates the impacts of those developments on clinical..

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Cardiac surgery on patients with COVID-19: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on global surgery. In particular, deleterious effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection on the heart and cardiovascular system have been described. To..

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Comparison of venous pCO2 and exhaust pCO2 for calculating CO2 production during cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Introduction Carbon dioxide production (VCO2i), oxygen consumption and oxygen delivery can be monitored during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) as markers for tissue perfusion. This study examines if inline venous pCO2..

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Ethics Considerations Regarding Artificial Womb Technology for the Fetonate

Abstract Since the early 1980’s, with the clinical advent of in vitro fertilization resulting in so-called “test tube babies,” a wide array of ethical considerations and concerns regarding artificial womb technology..

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Targeting arterial partial pressure of carbon dioxide in acute respiratory distress syndrome patients using extracorporeal carbon dioxide removal

Abstract Background A retrospective analysis of SUPERNOVA trial data showed that reductions in tidal volume to ultraprotective levels without significant increases in arterial partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2) for..

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Blood volume estimation in cardiac surgery – A comparative analysis

Abstract Introduction This paper seeks to identify which of three published formulas used for estimating the blood volume of normal human subjects correlates most closely with blood volumes measured in..

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