Monthly Archives: enero 2025

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Abstract Background Children undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are at risk of hematologic and coagulation complications, including intracranial hemorrhage. Thromboelastography is used to monitor anticoagulation in patients receiving ECMO, but..

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Abstract Objectives Minimal invasive Extracorporeal Circulation (MiECC) and Hybrid System (HS) have been introduced to potentially reduce the inflammatory response compared to conventional Cardiopulmonary Bypass (cCPB). The HS combines elements..

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Abstract Importance  Postoperative red blood cell transfusion guidelines recommend transfusion for hemoglobin levels less than 7 g/dL. However, the safety of this strategy in patients at high risk of cardiac events..

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Abstract Immediate recognition of cardiac arrest and the initiation of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can significantly improve survival chances. The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation during CPR (eCPR) could further enhance..

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Abstract Aim To characterize the impact of BMI (body mass index) on HIBI (hypoxic-ischemic brain injury) in patients receiving ECPR, with the hypothesis that elevated BMI is associated with increased..

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Abstract Background Heart transplantation remains the gold standard for the treatment of end-stage heart failure, but severe pulmonary hypertension (PH) poses a significant challenge due to the increased risk of..

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Abstract Background: Surgical site infections are the second most common type of healthcare-associated infection. Objective: This study aimed to assess the incidence and associated risk factors of surgical site infection..

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Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR), involving VA-ECMO during refractory cardiac arrest, has been linked to improved outcomes. While systemic anticoagulation is commonly used to prevent circuit thrombosis, bleeding and..

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Abstract Objectives:  Decannulation after pediatric extracorporeal life support (ECLS) may be accompanied by arterial reconstruction. There is a paucity of data on arterial morphology following reconstruction. We sought to characterize..

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Abstract Background Smart digital technologies are rapidly transforming perioperative care through tools such as clinical decision support systems, wearable sensors, and electronic checklists. Despite growing adoption, their specific impact on..

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Abstract Treating severe lung diseases with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is often accompanied by serious complications, restricting applicability and adversely affecting outcomes. Membrane oxygenators, based on hollow fiber membranes (HFM),..

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Abstract Introduction Heparin is usually added to infant cardiopulmonary bypass circuit primes. Ultrafiltration is often used to minimise prime volume before commencing bypass. The extent of heparin removal from bypass..

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Abstract This study focuses on the impact of virtual reality (VR) technologies on educational processes and professional training, particularly in the fields of medicine, aviation, and the arts. The purpose..

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Abstract Objectives:  An increasing number of pediatric centers use the femoral vein in neonates and smaller children to provide venovenous multisite (VVMS) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), but there are no..

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Abstract Objectives:  Limited data exist on outcomes in COVID-19- vs. influenza A (H1N1)-associated acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients when supported on venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). We aimed to..

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Abstract The optimal arterial cannulation site in minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) remains debated. While axillary, femoral, and central approaches each offer distinct advantages, no prior network meta-analysis has compared..

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Abstract Invasive cases of Mycobacterium chimaera have been found in Europe, and beyond, and have been associated with the use of heater–cooler units necessary to regulate the temperature of blood in extracorporeal..

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Abstract Thrombosis and inflammation represent major challenges limiting the functionality of asymmetric poly(4-methyl-1-pentene) (PMP) hollow fiber membranes in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) systems. Moreover, the interplay between these two pathological..

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Abstract Data on factor XIII (FXIII) activity in patients on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are scarce. In this prospective, observational, single-centre study, we determined the rate of acquired FXIII deficiency..

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Abstract Background: Postcardiotomy shock, often necessitates advanced mechanical circulatory support. Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) and the Impella 5.5 device are crucial for hemodynamic stabilization. This study evaluates the efficacy and..

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Abstract Mechanical circulatory support devices (MCSDs) have revolutionized the management of advanced heart failure and critical cardiopulmonary conditions. These devices, categorized into temporary and long-term systems, provide crucial circulatory and..

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Abstract Background Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) improves survival for patients experiencing refractory cardiac arrest but is often associated with severe ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI). Hydrogen gas (H2) has demonstrated promising preclinical..

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Abstract Critically acute and ill and Obstetrical patients constitute a unique clinical population with a high mortality rate. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is gradually being used in obstetrical acute and..

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Abstract Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) assessments in blood pumps (BPs) typically rely on constant boundary conditions, despite the dynamic nature of the cardiovascular system. Consensus on CFD methodologies for simulating..

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Abstract Delayed sternal closure (DSC) is a technique used in complex cardiac surgery (CCS) and is associated with an increased risk of surgical site infection (SSI). SSI increases hospital stay..

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Abstract Objective This scoping review aimed to examine current literature on the use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in paediatric patients supported by extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). It assessed existing evidence,..

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Abstract This retrospective cohort study evaluates the validity of the Renal Angina Index (RAI) in predicting acute kidney injury (AKI) in 272 patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support. The..

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Abstract Peristaltic pumps are commonly used in medical applications like cardiopulmonary bypass and drug infusion due to their minimal contact with bio-fluids and precise flow control. However, these pumps generate..

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Abstract Objectives Although CO₂ insufflation play an established role in open-heart surgery, its optimal application in minimally invasive cardiac procedures remains unclear. This study systematically compared continuous versus single CO₂..

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Abstract Objective Patients on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation undergoing ipsilateral cannulation may develop distal limb ischemia. We postulate 2 clinical questions: (1) Would contralateral cannulation have a lower distal limb..