Monthly Archives: junio 2026

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Piecing together the alveolar-capillary unit: arterial-venous capillary polarization

Abstract Pulmonary capillary endothelial cells (ECs) form a highly specialized vascular interface that sustains gas exchange and organismal survival across species. Recent advances in single-cell transcriptomics and lineage tracing have..

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Imbalance between oxygen delivery and consumption during cooling and rewarming phases of cardiopulmonary bypass and association with hyperlactatemia in total…

Abstract Background Inadequate oxygen perfusion during cardiac surgery increases risk of postoperative complications. In order to optimize perfusion strategies, the aim of this exploratory study was to investigate oxygen delivery,..

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The intrinsic cardiac nervous system is essential for cardiac function and survival

Abstract The intrinsic cardiac nervous system (ICNS) is a key node in heart-brain communication and an emerging target for cardiac therapy, yet its physiological importance and functional organization remain poorly..

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Sonorheometry Quantra QPlus Characteristics in Adult Cardiac Surgical Patients: An Observational Cohort Study

Abstract BACKGROUND: Validation of the Quantra QPlus sonorheometry cartridge (Hemosonics Corporation) in cardiac surgical patients is limited. The primary aim of our study was to quantify the accuracy of the..

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Risk factors and outcomes of early postoperative complications following congenital heart surgery: a retrospective study at a tertiary care hospital…

Abstract Introduction Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) remains a major health challenge globally, with surgical interventions being the primary treatment modality for many defects. While advancements in cardiac surgery have improved..

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Postoperative anaemia and long-term survival following cardiac surgery: a multicentre, retrospective, observational study

Abstract Introduction Pre-operative anaemia is associated with adverse outcomes following cardiac surgery. However, the prognostic impact of postoperative anaemia is characterised incompletely. We examined whether anaemia at hospital discharge independently..

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Mortality-related predictors in patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation after coronary artery bypass grafting: a retrospective study

Abstract Background This study aimed to evaluate in-hospital mortality and to identify predictors of mortality in coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) patients receiving veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) support. Methods..

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Incidence and Temporal Changes of Transfusion and Coagulation Management in Cardiac Surgery: Insights From the Netherlands Heart Registration

Abstract Objectives To describe perioperative transfusion rates, hospital variability, temporal trends, and the association between red blood cell (RBC) transfusion and predefined risk factors in Dutch cardiac surgery. Design Nationwide..

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Efficacy and safety of prothrombin complex concentrate versus fresh frozen plasma in adult patients undergoing cardiac surgery: a systematic review…

Abstract Background Postoperative bleeding is a common and potentially life-threatening complication following cardiac surgery, often exacerbated by multifactorial coagulopathy from cardiopulmonary bypass, hypothermia, and platelet dysfunction. While fresh frozen plasma..

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Designing a Cardiac Arrest System That Includes Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: A Contemporary Review

Abstract Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation for refractory out‐of‐hospital cardiac arrest is increasingly used, with survival rates up to ≈30% reported in select highly organized systems, although outcomes vary widely across programs...

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Predictive value of oxygen delivery and regional oxygen saturation during cardiopulmonary bypass for cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury in neonates…

Abstract  Objective: To explore the predictive value of intraoperative oxygen delivery (DO2) and renal regional oxygen saturation (rSO2 ) during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) for cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CS-AKI)..

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Preoperative Stabilization With Left Atrial Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Before Salvage Valve Surgery in Cardiogenic Shock

Abstract Patients undergoing salvage cardiac surgery experience markedly elevated mortality, often exceeding the risk predicted by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons Predicted Risk of Mortality score. These patients are typically..

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Predictive value of preoperative hematologic inflammation indices (NLR, PLR, SII) and clinical risk factors in predicting postoperative pulmonary complications after…

Abstract Background Pulmonary complications after coronary artery bypass surgery continue to be a significant problem, affecting 5–20% of patients, prolonging hospital stays and increasing costs. In this study, we investigated..

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Amino acids for the prevention of acute kidney injury after cardiac surgery: a narrative review of trials and meta-analyses

Abstract Acute kidney injury (AKI) is one of the most common serious complications after cardiac surgery. Although many causes and risk factors have been identified, effective measures to prevent AKI..

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Partial cardiopulmonary bypass in thoracoabdominal aorta repair: a safe alternative in a low-volume center

Abstract Objective To describe postoperative outcomes with the use of partial CPB for thoracoabdominal aortic repair. Methods We included all the patients who underwent programmed thoracoabdominal aortic procedures in which..

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Pragmatic Assessment of VA-ECMO Decannulation Readiness After Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest

Abstract Background Readiness for venoarterial-extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) decannulation after extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) remains poorly defined. Objectives The objective of the study was to..

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Partial carina resection, reconstruction, and left pneumonectomy under median sternotomy combined with cardiopulmonary bypass: a case report

Abstract Background There is limited clinical data to guide surgical decisions for ACC with extensive carinal involvement in the left main bronchus. In this case, it is shown that median..

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Brain Death Determination During VA-ECMO After Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: A Case-Based Analysis of the 2023 Unified Consensus

Abstract Background Determination of brain death/death by neurologic criteria (BD/DNC) in patients supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is particularly challenging due to extracorporeal carbon dioxide clearance, which may interfere..

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Transseptal Access System-Assisted Atrial Flow Regulator Implantation for Pediatric Left Ventricular Decompression During VA-ECMO

Abstract Left ventricular (LV) overload is a recognized complication of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO), but pediatric decompression remains technically challenging and poorly standardized. The atrial flow regulator (AFR) (Occlutech) is..

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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Ethics

Abstract Topic Importance Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a relatively novel, intensive medical intervention. It is known to raise important yet unsettled ethical concerns. Overview We established the ECMO Ethics..

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Silent cerebral infarction after proximal thoracic aortic surgery under deep hypothermic circulatory arrest: an exploratory prospective DW-MRI study

Abstract Background Deep hypothermic circulatory arrest (DHCA) is widely used in proximal thoracic aortic surgery; however, its association with subclinical cerebral ischemic changes remains poorly understood. Diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging..

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A Novel Method for Predicting Recirculation by Sweep-Gas Control in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Purpose: Recirculation is a critical issue in veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO). We propose a novel method for estimating the recirculation ratio using temporary sweep-gas control. Methods: A circuit simulating..

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2026 SEECMO Summit Series 2 - Webinar: Hemolysis - Sept 1

Hemolysis in ECMO: More Than Just a Laboratory Finding   Hemolysis remains one of the most challenging complications during ECMO support, impacting patient outcomes, circuit performance, and multidisciplinary decision-making. Understanding..

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BACK TO LIFE - Dec 4/6

Hayatı Geri Getirmek Bir Ekip İşidir Her yıl milyonlarca insan ani kardiyak arrest, ağır travma, şok ve kritik hastalık nedeniyle yaşam mücadelesi veriyor. Bugün biliyoruz ki başarılı resüsitasyon; tek bir..

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The MAMBO Framework and the Future of Modern Perfusion: Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Ergonomics, and Sustainable Workflow Integration

Abstract Artificial intelligence (AI), predictive analytics, and digital health technologies are progressively reshaping extracorporeal circulation and perioperative cardiovascular care. In this evolving landscape, cardiopulmonary bypass management is transitioning from a..

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The Role of Recirculation-Guided Blood Flow Adjustment in Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Pilot Study

Abstract Recirculation reduces the efficiency of venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO), but patient-specific determinants of recirculation and the feasibility of recirculation-guided flow adjustment are not well defined. In this..

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Laboratory Monitoring Unfractionated Heparin Treatments: Unanswered Issues

Abstract Unfractionated heparin (UFH) has long been an anticoagulant of choice. Despite the increasing use of low molecular weight heparin derivatives and more recently direct oral anticoagulants, UFH is still..

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Sevoflurane diffusion across four paediatric cardiopulmonary bypass oxygenators: a laboratory investigation

Abstract In children, validated tools to monitor anaesthetic depth are lacking. In routine practice, dosing of volatile agents relies on surrogate markers such as minimum alveolar concentration and autonomic responses. In..

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The association of estimated citrate load with frozen plasma versus four-factor prothrombin complex concentrate for coagulopathy after cardiac surgery: a…

Abstract Background Frozen plasma (FP) is the standard haemostatic therapy after cardiopulmonary bypass, but recent trials indicate that FP is inferior to four-factor prothrombin complex concentrate (PCC). Citrate content may..

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How I do it Creating a Program for Neurologic Prognostication after Cardiac Arrest

Abstract Multimodal neurologic prognostication (MM-NP) after cardiac arrest has been shown to enhance prognostic accuracy, however, it is vastly underutilized in real-world settings. Guideline-discordant practices and healthcare disparities in post-cardiac..

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