Abstract Despite the increasing number of critically ill immunocompromised patients in intensive care unit, the outcome of different types of immunocompromised patients with respiratory failure managed with venovenous extracorporeal membrane..
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Abstract Background Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is an autoimmune prothrombotic disorder that is frequently associated with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Cardiac surgery in patients with APS presents unique challenges because activated..
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NeoHeart Europe 2026 Bridging Disciplines, Advancing Neonatal Cardiac Care Thursday 9-Friday 10 July 2026 With a pre-conference workshop day on Wednesday 8 July BMA House, London NeoHeart Europe 2026 marks..
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Welcome to Nordic Light on ECLS limited 2026, an ECMO conference in the beautiful area of Stockholm, Sweden on March 25-27, 2026. Here you will enjoy ECMO lectures, seminars, discussions..
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Nueva versión de nuestro curso de Simulación ECMO Adulto. Si trabajas en cuidados críticos, perfusión, enfermería o medicina intensiva, este curso es una oportunidad única: - Contenidos alineados a guías..
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I. PRE-PROCUREMENT PREPARATION (DCD CONTEXT) 1. Donor Selection and Planning •Confirm controlled DCD donor (Maastricht Category III). •Review: •Warm ischemic time (WIT) thresholds •Functional warm ischemia (fWIT) •Hemodynamics prior..
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Abstract Background Fibrinogen concentrate may reduce allogeneic blood product transfusion in cardiac surgery patients with bleeding associated with acquired hypofibrinogenemia. The European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (ESAIC) has..
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Abstract In magnetically levitated rotodynamic blood pumps (RPBs), the impeller position depends on a balance of electromagnetic and fluid dynamic forces. The aim of this study was to describe the..
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Abstract The utilisation of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) during cardiac surgery is often associated with complex haemostatic perturbations, frequently manifesting as a paradoxical risk of both bleeding and thrombosis. This is..
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Abstract Objectives: To derive and externally validate supervised machine learning (ML) models predictive of cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CS-AKI). Design: Retrospective cohort analysis. Setting: Multicenter (4), cardiac surgical centers..
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Abstract Wars and crises have historically acted as powerful catalysts for advances in cardiovascular surgery. Throughout the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, periods of armed conflict and global emergencies have driven..
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Abstract In extracorporeal life support and perfusion, progress has rarely followed the neat, linear hierarchy of evidence promoted by traditional evidence-based medicine. The randomized controlled trial (RCT) remains the proclaimed..
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Abstract Objectives To compare the effects of total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA) versus volatile anesthesia on systemic inflammation and early postoperative cognitive recovery in pediatric patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary..
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Abstract Background: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) is a severe and complex congenital heart defect characterized by the underdevelopment of the left-sided cardiac structures. Management of HLHS typically involves multiple staged..
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Abstract Objectives To evaluate whether platelet function is preserved after intraoperative autotransfusion using the Same system, a device designed to retain both red blood cells and platelets in patients undergoing..
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Abstract Aim To determine the prevalence of persistent critical illness (PerCI) after cardiac surgery, describe the characteristics, trajectory, and outcomes of these patients, identify risk factors, and develop predictive risk..
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Abstract Objectives Acute type A aortic dissection is a life-threatening condition with evidence suggesting a role for environmental triggers, particularly cold exposure. However, the impact of subjective, or derived thermal..
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Abstract Background: Hemodynamic management in veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) is inherently complex, as extracorporeal circulation profoundly alters preload, afterload, ventriculo-arterial coupling and tissue perfusion. This review summarizes current..
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Abstract Purpose of review To provide an updated overview of hemostatic disturbances and anticoagulation management during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), emphasizing the mechanisms underlying the dual risk of bleeding and..
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Abstract Background The impact of the duration of invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) before venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) on patient outcomes in COVID-19 remains unclear. Methods and setting Data..
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Abstract Introduction: The use of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is necessary during the repair of most congenital heart disease (CHD). The surface area of the CPB circuit and the volume of..
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Abstract Importance Levosimendan may facilitate weaning from venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) and improve survival, but supporting evidence remains limited. Objective To assess whether early administration of levosimendan reduces the time to..
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Abstract Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare, life-threatening hypermetabolic reaction to dopamine-antagonist drugs that may progress to profound rhabdomyolysis, extreme hyperkalemia, and cardiac arrest (CA). Evidence guiding extracorporeal cardiopulmonary..
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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), a specialized medical technology that temporarily assumes the function of the heart and lungs, allows the body time to recover from severe respiratory failure. Although..
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Abstract Background Neurological complications during Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) can result in long-term cognitive deficits. This exploratory study aimed to determine the association between continuous EEG (cEEG) findings and neurological..
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Abstract Unfractionated heparin has long been the conventional anticoagulant for pediatric mechanical circulatory support (MCS). As bivalirudin has gained traction in ventricular assist devices (VAD) management, its role in extracorporeal..
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Abstract Objectives To investigate the potential contribution of tissue oxygenation prediction in cardiac surgery–associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI) using near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) and serum lactate level measurements. Design A retrospective..
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Abstract Background Using neuromonitoring during general anaesthesia provides insights into the effects of anaesthetics on the brain. We focus on the performance of the processed EEG indices NarcotrendR (NCT) and Burst..
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Algorithmic Step-by-Step Technique for Combined Heart and Lung Procurement Technique of Dr. Sam Zeraatiannejaddavani, MD ⸻ I. Fundamental Principles Combined heart and lung procurement is a physiology-driven, time-sensitive operation..
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Faten Farid Awdallah: Critical care consultants at king Abdullah medical city, holly capital. Critical care ass professor at national heart institute, Egypt
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