Yearly Archives: 2024

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Abstract To the Editor,   Rubin argues that the use of normothermic regional perfusion (NRP) during organ recovery in donation after the circulatory determination of death (DCD) amounts to euthanasia..

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Abstract Purpose: The outcomes of immunocompromised patients with cardiogenic shock treated with venoarterial extra‑corporeal membrane oxygenation (VA‑ECMO) are seldom documented, making ECMO candidacy decisions challeng‑ing. This study aims (1) to..

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About the Workshop “Jess is loving the online course Ruth! Your knack for helping things “make sense” is working its magic once again! A brilliant opportunity for newcomers!”, Feena Menso,..

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Abstract Tricuspid regurgitation (TR) is common after a heart transplant and is associated with worse clinical outcomes. The incidence ranges from 34% immediately after transplant to 20% by 10 years...

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Abstract Nitric oxide (NO) can be safely delivered through the sweep gas to the oxygenator of an extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuit. It has theoretical benefits such as preventing platelet..

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Abstract Background Patients scheduled for elective surgery typically suffer from preoperative anxiety related to the unknown environment and unclear expectations. We hypothesized that a virtual or in-person introductory visit to..

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Abstract Since the risk factors for heparin resistance (HR) before cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) have not been fully clarified, this study investigated the contributing factors for HR after the initial unfractionated..

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Abstract Objective During cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), gaseous microemboli (GME) that originate from the extracorporeal circuit are released into the arterial blood stream of the patient. Gaseous microemboli may contribute to..

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Abstract Background Platelets (PLTS) and fresh frozen plasma (FFP) are often transfused in cardiac surgery patients for perioperative bleeding. Their relative effectiveness is unknown. Methods We conducted an entropy-weighted retrospective..

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Abstract Background Intravenous albumin is commonly utilised in cardiovascular surgery for priming of the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit, volume replacement, or both, although the evidence to support this practice is uncertain...

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Abstract Our objective was to assess the relationship between the pre-/post-oxygenator gradient of the partial pressure of carbon dioxide (∆EC PCO2; dissolved form) and CO2 elimination under extracorporeal respiratory support. All patients..

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Abstract BACKGROUND:  Retrospective clinical trials of pulse oximeter accuracy report more frequent missed diagnoses of hypoxemia in hospitalized Black patients than White patients, differences that may contribute to racial disparities..

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Abstract Background: Highly sensitized pediatric patients awaiting heart transplantation experience longer wait times and thus higher waitlist mortality. Similarly, children less than 2 years of age have increased waitlist times and..

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Abstract Objectives It is unknown whether there is a difference in pulmonary outcome in different intraoperative ventilation modes for cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). The aim of this trial..

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Abstract Capnography is now recognized as an indispensable patient safety monitor. Evidence suggests that its use improves outcomes in operating rooms, intensive care units, and emergency departments, as well as..

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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) provides temporary cardiorespiratory support for neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients when traditional management has failed. This lifesaving therapy has intrinsic risks, including the development of..

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Abstract Background Infants with complex congenital heart disease (CHD) require life-saving corrective/palliative heart surgery in the first weeks of life. These infants are at risk for brain injury and poor neurodevelopmental..

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Abstract Background Neurofilament light is a blood-based biomarker of neuroaxonal injury that can provide insight into perioperative brain vulnerability and injury. Prior studies have suggested that increased baseline and postoperative..

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Abstract Volatile anesthetics have been shown in different studies to reduce ischemia reperfusion injury (IRI). Ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) facilitates graft evaluation, extends preservation time and potentially enables injury..

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Abstract Purpose: Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) can be used to support patients with refractory acute respiratory failure, though guidance on patient selection is lacking. While age is commonly utilized..

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Abstract Introduction Heparin is the primary anticoagulant for cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) support during cardiac surgery. While widely used, ∼2% of cardiac surgery patients develop heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) and 4–26% develop..

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Abstract Data collection, analysis, and reporting are fundamental for a successful hospital-based patient blood management program; however, very little has been published on the topic. Our aim was to synthesize..

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Abstract Introduction Fresh frozen plasma (FFP) transfusion in the intensive care unit (ICU) is commonly used to treat coagulopathy and bleeding in cardiac surgery, despite suggestion that it may increase..

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Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) may reduce mortality and improve neurological outcomes in patients with cardiac arrest. We updated our existing meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis to further evaluate..

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Abstract Purpose: This study aimed to assess the necessity of routine intraoperative cell salvage in liver transplantations. Methods: A total of 327 liver transplants performed between 2014 and 2016 was..

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Abstract Background This study examines the role of extracorporeal life support flow in the development of acute kidney injury in cardiogenic shock. Methods We performed a retrospective analysis of 465..

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Abstract Background: Clinical practice of measuring colloid osmotic pressure (COP) was abandoned after correcting hypoosmolarity did not improve overall patient outcomes. However, the use of albumin and colloidal solutions has..

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Abstract Purpose The aims of this study were (1) to determine the associations of cardioplegic solutions with postoperative main strong ion difference (mSID), which is the difference between sodium ion..

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Abstract Systemic capillary leak syndrome is defined as excessive fluid and protein extravasation caused by microvascular hyperpermeability. It is a very rare condition, and may occur during or after any..

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Abstract Purpose of review  Patients undergoing cardiac surgery are at high risk to develop cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CS-AKI) postoperatively. CS-AKI is associated with an increased risk for persistent..