Monthly Archives: enero 2026

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Abstract Post-cardiotomy cardiogenic shock (PC-CS) affects 2–6% of cardiac surgery patients. While survival rates keep improving, 40% of intensive care (ICU) survivors experience a “post-intensive care syndrome”, encompassing physical, cognitive,..

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Abstract Introduction Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) provides life-saving support for patients with advanced cardiorespiratory failure, yet unanticipated difficulties with peripheral cannulation can delay therapy. This study describes challenging neonatal and..

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Abstract The perioperative management in adult cardiac surgery patients remains highly variable across centres and regions. The APECx study (Anaesthesia, Perfusion and surgical practicEs in Cardiac surgery) aims to describe..

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Abstract We aim to provide evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for the use of VV ECMO in adult patients across Australia and New Zealand. Developed by a multidisciplinary panel of clinicians..

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Abstract Introduction Delirium is a common, distressing, and dangerous complication after cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) with few modifiable risk factors. This study aims to determine the association between..

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Abstract Stone heart syndrome (SHS) is a rare but catastrophic complication of cardiac surgery, characterized by irreversible ischemic myocardial contracture following prolonged global myocardial ischemia, and is almost uniformly fatal..

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    Heart Procurement and Placement on OCS – Stepwise Approach   I. Preoperative Preparation   1.Team Preparation •Confirm donor consent and organ allocation. •Communicate with recipient surgical team and..

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Abstract Disclaimer:  These guidelines are intended for educational use to build the knowledge of physicians and other health professionals in assessing the conditions and managing the treatment of patients undergoing..

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You are invited to attend the Veno-Arterial/Veno-Venous Cannulation Simulation Program to be held May 27th-28th, 2026 in Atlanta, Georgia.  Clinical faculty will engage you in a peer-to-peer, highly interactive educational..

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ECMO Transport course – joint conference EuroELSO/ESPNIC 16-18 September 2026 Rome/Italy Participate in this International Course on Neonatal and Pediatric ECLS Transport is developed in collaboration between faculty from EuroELSO & ESPNIC Societies and ECMO Centre..

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Studienform Dual, berufsintegrierend   Umfang 6 Semester   Studienbeginn 1. Oktober (Wintersemester)   Bewerbung Registrierung möglich   Zulassung kein NC, ohne Abitur   ECTS-Punkte 180   Studiengebühren 495 EUR pro..

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Abstract Background Postoperative bleeding following cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) remains a significant challenge. Although viscoelastic testing is increasingly used, the relative contributions of fibrinogen, platelet count and clot firmness to blood..

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Abstract Objective Coronary artery bypass grafting using cardiopulmonary bypass and cardioplegic arrest is an effective treatment for coronary artery disease. Research suggests supplementing the cardioplegia solution with propofol may be..

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Abstract Background Nitric oxide (NO) is reported to play several protective roles in the inflammatory response and ischemia/reperfusion injury. This study evaluated the effect of nitric oxide (NO) on postoperative..

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Abstract Objectives Clinical practice in anticoagulation management, particularly in heparin administration, monitoring, reversal and haemostasis, is known to differ significantly. To better characterize this variability, we conducted a Europe-wide survey..

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Abstract Objectives Clinical practice in anticoagulation management, particularly in heparin administration, monitoring, reversal and haemostasis, is known to differ significantly. To better characterize this variability, we conducted a Europe-wide survey..

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Course Information: 3 Day (Adult) ECMO Training & Simulation Course                    2 Day (Adult) ECMO Collaborative Care & Mobilization Simulation Course  ..

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Join us for an exceptional educational and networking experience for the perfusion community and their families. July 17-19, 2026 Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes Myrtle Beach,..

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1)  Les Journées de Formation Perfusion (JFP) sont créées pour les perfusionnistes français ainsi que les perfusionnistes francophones qui travaillent hors de nos frontières. L’inscription aux JFP est conditionnée à l’adhésion..

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Estimados compañer@s y amig@s, Quiero presentaros la XXIV edición de nuestro Curso de Ventilación Mecánica en Anestesia, Cuidados Intensivos y Trasplantes, VENTIMEC 2026, que se celebrará los próximos 18-21 y 28 de..

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For the very first time in Bomet County, AGC Tenwek Cardiothoracic Centre, in collaboration with the Kenya Association of Thoracic Surgeons, will proudly host a landmark Cardiothoracic surgery & Cardiovascular..

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Abstract Background Patients with severe respiratory failure frequently suffer from concomitant haemodynamic compromise. By correcting respiratory acidosis and permitting reduced mechanical ventilation pressures, venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) may..

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Abstract Peri-device leak and device-related thrombus remain key challenges of current left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) owing to the incompatibility between the solid occluder and the left atrial appendage (LAA). Here..

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Abstract Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality despite decades of progress in ventilatory support. Mechanical ventilation, while essential for oxygenation, may exacerbate lung..

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Abstract Introduction: The absence of a congenital heart surgery national registry limits understanding of access, surgical volume, and mortality. This study analyzes the Brazilian administrative data to assess procedural distribution, outcomes,..

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Abstract Background Socioeconomic inequalities have been associated with adverse outcomes in critically ill COVID-19 patients. Whether these disparities extend to the most severe ARDS patients treated with ECMO, regardless of..

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Abstract Objectives Data on the role of obesity in patients undergoing minimally invasive cardiac surgery are sparse, and the longitudinal observations after minimally invasive mitral valve repair (MI-MVr) in obese..

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Abstract Introduction Regional citrate anticoagulation (RCA) is the recommended first-line strategy for continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) circuits. Acute kidney injury is common in patients undergoing venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation..

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Abstract Background Intravenous amino acids (AA) reduce acute kidney injury (AKI) in adult patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Because the optimal duration of AA infusion is unknown, we investigated the effect..

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Abstract Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are highly prevalent among healthcare workers, particularly nurses, with reported prevalence rates ranging from 57% to 93%. Perfusionists are highly specialized healthcare professionals responsible for operating..