Yearly Archives: 2024

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Abstract OBJECTIVES The multifactorial dynamic perfusion index was recently introduced as a predictor of cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury. The multifactorial dynamic perfusion index was developed based on retrospective data..

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Abstract Comprehensive optimization of rotodynamic blood pumps (RBPs) requires the consideration of three partially conflicting objectives: size, hemocompatibility, and motor efficiency. Optimizing these individual objectives independently, the potential of multiobjective..

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Abstract The endothelial glycocalyx (EGC) is a layer of proteoglycans (associated with glycosaminoglycans) and glycoproteins, which adsorbs plasma proteins on the luminal surface of endothelial cells. Its main function is..

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Abstract Drug treatments for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) dramatically improve patient outcomes, and although extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has significant use in these patients, it is unknown whether ECMO affects..

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Abstract Cell-free hemoglobin (CFH) is used to detect hemolysis and was recently suggested to trigger acute lung injury. However, its role has not been elucidated in severe acute respiratory distress..

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Abstract Introduction Pump-controlled retrograde trial off (PCRTO) is described as an effective weaning strategy for veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in the guidelines. Contrastingly, there is no established weaning strategy..

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Abstract Background Rhabdomyolysis describes a syndrome characterized by muscle necrosis and the subsequent release of creatine kinase and myoglobin into the circulation. Myoglobin elimination with extracorporeal hemoadsorption has been shown..

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Abstract During the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, children suffered severe lung injury resulting in acute respiratory distress syndrome requiring support with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). In this case series, we..

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PROCESS SUMMARY & APPLICATION FORM Overview  The International Perfusionist Equivalency Assessment (IPEA) provides a pathway for internationally trained Perfusionists to become certified in Canada. This process ensures that candidates meet..

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Abstract Background: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a complex procedure affecting both the risk of thrombosis and bleeding. High-quality data to personalize anticoagulation management in ECMO are lacking, resulting in..

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Abstract OBJECTIVE. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is increasingly widely used in pediatric respiratory failure. Despite playing a key part in patient management during ECMO, the role of radiology is not widely..

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Abstract Rationale and Objectives To evaluate the quality and value of contrast-enhanced (CE) chest- and abdominal computed tomography (CT) and CT angiography in neonates, children, and adults undergoing extracorporeal membrane..

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Abstract The concept of left ventricular unloading has its foundation in heart physiology. In fact, the left ventricular mechanics and energetics represent the cornerstone of this approach. The novel sophisticated..

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Abstract OBJECTIVES:  To determine the actual cost and drivers of the cost of an extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (E-CPR) care cycle. PERSPECTIVE:  A time-driven activity-based costing study conducted from a healthcare..

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Abstract The clinical tolerance of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) membrane changes in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients under veno-venous ECMO (VV-ECMO) has not been reported. The aim of this..

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Abstract Blood-contact medical devices are indispensable for clinical interventions, yet their susceptibility to thrombosis and bacterial infections poses substantial risks to treatment efficacy and patient well-being. This study introduces a..

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Abstract The threshold for packed red blood cell (pRBC) transfusion has been an important focus in the management of critically ill patients since the publication of randomized control trials (RCTs)..

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Abstract Despite technological advances in left ventricular assist device (LVAD) technology, which have made survival competitive with heart transplantation at 2 years, right ventricular failure (RVF), with an incidence of..

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Abstract Introduction Simulation-based learning has become an essential element in entry-level perfusion education. While the use of simulation has been demonstrated to improve patient outcomes, few institutions possess the budgetary..

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Abstract Objective:  To describe characteristics associated with survival for pediatric patients with an oncologic diagnosis or hematopoietic cell transplant (HCT) supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Design:  Multicenter, retrospective study...

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Abstract Optimal oxygen management during pediatric cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is unknown. We previously demonstrated an increase in cortical mitochondrial reactive oxygen species and decreased mitochondrial function after CPB using hyperoxic..

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Abstract Objectives Heart donation after circulatory death was recently reintroduced in the United States with hopes of increasing donor heart availability. We examined its national use and outcomes. Methods The..

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Abstract Acute kidney injury is a common complication following cardiac surgery (CSA-AKI). Serum creatinine levels require a minimum of 24–48 h to indicate renal injury. Nevertheless, early diagnosis remains critical..

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Abstract Aims Patients with symptomatic aortic valve stenosis are efficiently treated by aortic valve replacement (AVR), using a biological or mechanical valve. For some patients with mechanical valves, the metallic..

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Abstract Acute kidney injury represents a significant threat in cardiac surgery regarding complications and costs. Novel preventive approaches are needed, as the therapeutic modalities are still limited. As experimental studies..

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Abstract Purpose Oxygen delivery (DO2) and its monitoring are highlighted to aid postoperative goal directed therapy (GDT) to improve perioperative outcomes such as acute kidney injury (AKI) after high-risk cardiac..

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Abstract Critically ill patients sometimes require tandem application of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) which is easier and cheaper. We aimed to transform the kidney..

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Abstract OBJECTIVES Postoperative organ dysfunction is common after cardiac surgery, particularly when cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is used. The Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (SOFA) score is validated to predict morbidity and..