Archivos anuales: 2025

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Assembling, Priming, and Storing Circuits for Pediatric and Neonatal Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract The storing of dry-assembled and primed extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuits is common practice and endorsed by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) for up to 30 days. We..

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Protocol for implementation of intraoperative adverse event recording during WHO checklist sign-out

Abstract Introduction & aim Intraoperative adverse events (iAEs) increase postoperative complications, which are devastating to patients and costly to healthcare systems. To optimise patient outcomes, the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist (WHO..

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The Efficacy and Safety of Angiotensin II for Treatment of Vasoplegia in Critically Ill Patients: A Systematic Review

Abstract Objectives To summarize evidence regarding intravenous angiotensin II administration in critical illness and provide an updated understanding of its effects on various organ dysfunction and renin-angiotensin system (RAS) biomarkers...

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Predictors of Mortality in Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Regardless of Early Left Ventricular Unloading: A National Experience

Abstract Objective The use of an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) has been suggested to unload the left ventricle while on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) for cardiogenic shock (CS), leading..

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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in the Awake or Extubated Patient

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) traditionally has been used under deep sedation and mechanical ventilation. However, recent advancements have led to the development of awake ECMO strategies, allowing patients to..

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Prognostic Significance of Driving Pressure for Initiation and Maintenance of ECMO in Patients with Severe ARDS: A Systematic Review and…

Abstract Introduction: In life-threatening conditions like severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), rescue interventions like extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) should be initiated urgently to resolve an otherwise potentially adverse clinical outcome...

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Principles and Strategies for Successful EVLPD

[playlist ids="49848"]   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as well as Head of IUMS transplant and cardiovascular surgery department.          ..

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Lung Harvest in Patient with Unilateral PAPVC

Lung Harvest in Patient with Unilateral PAPVC.   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as well as Head of IUMS transplant and cardiovascular surgery department...

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Lung Harvest in Patient with multiple rib fractures and usage of

Lung Harvest in Patient with multiple rib fractures and usage of.   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as well as Head of IUMS transplant..

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The current landscape of in situ and ex situ machine perfusion utilization for liver grafts from cardiac donation after circulatory…

Abstract Donation after circulatory death (DCD) is driving the increase in deceased organ donors in the United States. Normothermic regional perfusion (NRP) and ex situ machine perfusion (es-MP) have been..

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Ductus Arteriosus Patency for the Hemodynamic Management of Newborns With Pulmonary Hypertension on Veno-Venous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract In neonates with pulmonary hypertension (PH) supported on veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO), keeping the ductus arteriosus (DA) open ensures a high cardiac output of well-oxygenated blood through the..

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The ProtekDuo Cannula for Venopulmonary ECMO as Bridge to Lung Transplantation: A Single Center Case Series

Abstract Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is the most commonly used mode of support in pre-lung transplant recipients. In patients who experience right ventricular dysfunction, venopulmonary ECMO is an excellent option..

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Pulse Oximetry and Arterial Blood Gas Oxygen Saturation Discrepancies and Mortality in Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Patients: An Extracorporeal Life Support…

Abstract Objectives:  Previous studies have shown that inaccurate peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) readings compared with arterial oxygen saturation (SaO2) may occur in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) patients. We hypothesized that..

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Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Intraoperative Cell Salvage in Cesarean Delivery for Placenta Accreta Spectrum: A Propensity Score-Matched Retrospective…

Abstract Purpose: The Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS) poses a significant obstetric challenge, often leading to life-threatening hemorrhage during delivery. Intraoperative Cell Salvage (IOCS) is a promising but insufficiently studied blood conservation..

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“One family, one patient”: a human-centered approach to safety in the operating room

Abstract The operating room is often viewed as a high-stakes, technical, and intensely specialized environment. While clinical precision and technological advancements have greatly improved surgical outcomes, one critical element remains..

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Rescuing Protamine Anaphylaxis Refractory to Adrenaline Using Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Protamine is widely used after catheter ablation to achieve hemostasis. Anaphylaxis to protamine is a rare but severe complication. A 49-year-old male patient underwent catheter ablation of symptomatic long-standing..

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Trends in cardiac arrest care and mortality in United States emergency departments over eight years

Abstract Introduction Cardiac arrest in the emergency department (ED) is a rare event. Prior studies have used dedicated cardiac arrest registries, but few have leveraged “big data” from electronic healthcare..

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A compact machine perfusion device for whole blood perfusion in isolated rat liver

Abstract We established a compact machine perfusion system for whole blood perfusion of rat liver by making use of oxygenation filters as an artificial lung. Livers removed from rats were..

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Development of a New Longitudinal Ordinal Outcome for Clinical Trials in ECMO Patients

Abstract Rationale: Randomised clinical trials in intensive care often prioritize disease-focused outcomes rather than patient-centred outcomes. Objective: To report and evaluate the ‘Daily Organ Support for patients on extracorporeal membrane..

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Myelin sheaths can act as compact temporary oxygen storage units as modeled by an electrical RC circuit model

Abstract Oxygen is crucial for mitochondrial energy production in neurons and is efficiently stored and transported within the hydrophobic core of phospholipid bilayers. Using a diffusive model derived from molecular..

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Predictors of successful weaning from veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO): A systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) use to support patients in cardiac failure is increasing. Despite this increased use, predicting successful weaning from ECMO can be challenging, no..

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Adaptation mechanisms of cardiomyocytes isolated from patients with Tetralogy of Fallot to hypoxic conditions

Abstract Introduction Congenital cardiac defects disrupt circulation and oxygenation due to structural changes in the heart. Tetralogy of Fallot is the most common cyanotic congenital heart disease, accounting for 5..

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Risk assessment of temporary pacing for cardiac arrest after cardiopulmonary bypass-assisted cardiovascular surgery: A case-control study

Abstract Objective Cardiac arrest happens in 0.7%-5.2% patients after cardiovascular surgery, and cases with asystole or severe bradycardia need timely temporary pacing. However, routine temporary pacing wire insertion in cardiopulmonary..

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Prophylactic corticosteroids in neonatal cardiac surgeries using cardiopulmonary bypass: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Purpose Neonates undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) are at a high risk of a systemic inflammatory response leading to cardiac, respiratory, and renal dysfunction due to their small body size..

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Integrated pipeline for minimally invasive extracorporeal circulation: A basic experimental study

Abstract Objective This study aims to evaluate the operational feasibility of a self-designed minimally invasive extracorporeal circulation integrated circuit (miECC) type IV system and to assess the effectiveness of the..

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Investigation of Inflammatory Reduction During Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Using a Novel Cytokine Adsorption Column: A Rat Model Study

Abstract Background: Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are widely used. Previous methods to reduce inflammation have shown inconsistent results. We developed a cytokine adsorption column using polymethyl methacrylate..

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Association between venous to arterial carbon dioxide tension gap and clinical outcome in cardiac surgery patients: A systematic review and…

Abstract Background Cardiac surgery is associated with increased risk of major adverse outcomes. Venous to arterial carbon dioxide tension gap (Pv-aCO2 gap) showed significant prognostic value of non-cardiac surgery, while their..

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Managing Coagulation Using the Sonoclot Analyzer in Patients With Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation

Abstract Background Evidence for the effectiveness of the Sonoclot analyzer in improving clinical outcomes in disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is lacking. Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of an algorithm based..

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Worldwide application and valuation of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support during the COVID-19 pandemic (WAVES)

Abstract Objective The outcomes of COVID-19 patients on venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) varied. We aim to investigate the variability concerning location and timeframe. We conducted a retrospective analysis of..

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Intraoperative Autologous Blood Transfusion in Aortic Surgery

Abstract Aortic surgeries are associated with intraoperative blood loss, often requiring allogeneic blood transfusion. Therefore, blood must be viewed as a scarce resource that carries risks and benefits. Many preoperative..

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