Yearly Archives: 2024

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Abstract Introduction Transport on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a risky and complex procedure. Although most published data support the feasibility of interhospital transport on ECMO, data concerning intra-facility transportation..

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Abstract Background Current clinical imaging modalities such as CT and MRI provide resolution adequate to diagnose cardiovascular diseases but cannot depict detailed structural features in the heart across length scales...

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This 2 hour web seminar is designed for healthcare professionals with a strong understanding of hemodynamics who will be directly responsible for the care of patients requiring IABP therapy. The..

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Abstract In this review, we aimed to comprehensively summarize current literature on pathophysiology, relevance, diagnosis and treatment of fluid accumulation in patients with sepsis/septic shock. Fluid accumulation syndrome (FAS) is..

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Abstract Objective:  To characterize surface-bound proteins and to measure the thickness of fibrin fibers bound to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuits used in children. Design:  Single-center observational prospective study, April..

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Abstract Background Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) is a rapidly expanding life-support technique worldwide. The most common indications are severe hypoxemia and/or hypercapnia, unresponsive to conventional treatments, primarily in..

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Introduction: Picture this: You're standing at the bedside of a critically ill patient in the ICU, their life hanging by a thread as cardiogenic shock takes hold. The monitors are..

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Abstract Background: Cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CS-AKI) remains a vexing issue. Clinical trials for the prevention of CS-AKI have been disappointing despite enormous initial enthusiasm based on experimental data.  Summary: The..

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Abstract The efficacy and safety of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support during transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) remains unknown. We conducted a meta-analysis to compare benefit and risk of ECMO..

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Abstract Heart–lungs interactions are related to the interplay between the cardiovascular and the respiratory system. They result from the respiratory-induced changes in intrathoracic pressure, which are transmitted to the cardiac..

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Abstract Despite advances in therapy, the incidence of cardiogenic shock continues to increase, with significant mortality that has improved minimally over time. Treatment options for cardiogenic shock are complex and..

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Abstract Neurological complexities resulting from surgery requiring cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) remain a major concern, encompassing a spectrum of complications including thromboembolic stroke and various cognitive impairments. Surgical manipulation during CPB..

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Our ELSO and ELSO-endorsed courses and workshops are key components in extracorporeal life support (ECLS) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) education. Many courses and workshops use patient care scenarios, hands-on..

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The Texas Heart Institute (THI) School of Perfusion Technology offers a post-baccalaureate certificate in perfusion technology. The school trains students to use the cardiopulmonary bypass machine and other equipment associated..

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Abstract Heart failure (HF) is a frequent and severe condition. It is estimated that one in four patients will die within a year following hospitalization for acute decompensation, with significant..

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Abstract Murray’s law has been viewed as a fundamental law of physiology. Relating blood flow (˙QQ˙) to vessel diameter (D) (˙QQ˙·∝·D3), it dictates minimum lumen area (MLA) targets for coronary..

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Abstract Background Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) has garnered significant attention for its potential benefits, including decreased surgical trauma, accelerated recovery, and improved aesthetic outcomes. This case series aims to..

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Abstract Low pulse pressure (PP) in venoarterial-extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a marker of cardiac dysfunction and has been associated with acute brain injury (ABI) as continuous-flow centrifugal pump may..

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Abstract Objective The impact of nitric oxide (NO) administered via cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) on pediatric heart surgery remains controversial. The objective of this study is to conduct a comprehensive systematic..

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Abstract Background Cardiac arrest after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is a serious complication with low survival rate. The prognosis of patients with cardiac arrest in the general ward is..

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Abstract While the process of teaching student perfusionists has been in development since the 1950s, the publication of the processes to improve perfusion clinical education has been largely lacking. Publications..

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Abstract Objective:  Epidemiologic data on extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) use in children with cardiac disease after in-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA) are lacking. We aimed to investigate trends in ECPR use..

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Abstract Building solid evidence in intensive care medicine is challenging, mostly due to patient heterogeneity and concomitant treatment interactions. In the context of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), only two..

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Abstract Objective To evaluate the association of RBC transfusions with thrombosis in pediatric patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and compare this with the transfusion of other blood products and..

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Abstract Technologies for monitoring organ function are rapidly advancing, aiding physicians in the care of patients in both operating rooms (ORs) and intensive care units (ICUs). Some of these emerging,..

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Abstract Introduction Cerebral oxygen desaturation during pediatric surgery has been associated with adverse perioperative outcomes. The aim of this pilot study was to analyze the frequency and severity of intraoperative..

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Abstract The authors of the study ‘Outcome after extracorporeal membrane oxygenation therapy in Norwood patients before the bidirectional Glenn operation’ should be congratulated for their very good results of Norwood..

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Abstract Venovenous bypass (VVB) is a technique used in liver transplantation (LT) to maintain hemodynamic stability and abdominal organ perfusion and thereby improve patient outcomes. Despite its perceived benefits, VVB..

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Abstract Background:   Phosphorylcholine has emerged as a potential adjunctive agent in cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) circuits. Phosphorylcholine serves as a coating for the CPB circuit, potentially enhancing biocompatibility and reducing..

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Abstract Both over and underdamping of the arterial pressure waveform are frequent during continuous invasive radial pressure monitoring. They may influence systolic blood pressure measurements and the accuracy of cardiac..