Monthly Archives: julio 2026

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Abstract Background Arterial cannulation during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) significantly alters native aortic hemodynamics by generating a high-velocity jet that interacts with the ascending aorta and aortic arch geometry. These flow..

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Abstract Background Allogeneic blood is a limited and globally scarce resource. Protocols based on the Patient Blood Management (PBM) program, incorporating therapeutic alternatives to reduce the use of red blood..

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Abstract Background Biomarkers play a crucial role in the preoperative assessment for cardiac surgery, aiding in risk stratification and evaluating comorbid diseases. Objective This narrative review summarizes current evidence on..

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Abstract Cardiovascular surgery has substantially improved survival and quality of life for patients with cardiovascular disease, yet contemporary surgical populations are increasingly older, multimorbid, and affected by advanced disease, rendering..

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Abstract Background While hyperoxia has conventionally been the standard during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) to prevent hypoxemia, recent concerns regarding oxygen-induced oxidative stress have sparked debate over whether a normoxic strategy..

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Introduction Here, we present a case of forme fruste (incomplete) cor triatriatum dexter (ff-CTD), an incidental finding on pre–cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) that prevented appropriate venous cannulation, leading..

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Abstract Introduction: Providing sufficient organ perfusion during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is a common research topic among extracorporeal technology researchers. The application of an elevated cardiac index (CI) to enhance CPB..

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Abstract An imbalance between the classical and alternative renin-angiotensin system (RAS) is a characteristic feature of the multifactorial pathophysiology responsible for vasodilatory shock and provides a rationale for its treatment..

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Abstract Background Ultrafiltration is integral to cardiopulmonary bypass, yet the optimal replacement fluid for zero-balance ultrafiltration requires further investigation to guide clinical practice. This study aimed to compare the efficacy..

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Abstract Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is an immune-mediated adverse drug reaction characterized by thrombocytopenia and a high risk of thrombosis. Patients with HIT and a need for cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary..

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Abstract Background Platelet activation is crucial for hemostasis and thrombosis, particularly in patients on antiplatelet therapy. Managing bleeding risk during cardiac surgery requires understanding platelet dynamics, especially when antiplatelet agents..

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Abstract Background and Aims Adults with congenital heart disease tend to develop both cardiac and noncardiac age-related comorbidities earlier in life than the general population, suggesting accelerated biological ageing. Epigenetic..

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Abstract Background An abnormal perioperative blood lactate level has been reported to be associated with poor outcomes after cardiac surgery. However, their impact on female patients remains underexplored. This large-scale..

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Abstract Introduction Cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) induces extreme disturbances in physiological homeostasis, which may trigger vaso‑occlusive crises and hemolysis in patients with sickle cell disease (SCD). The aim..

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Abstract Background We sought to describe trends and outcomes of mechanical circulatory support (MCS) use in acute myocardial infarction and cardiogenic shock (AMI-CS) patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)...

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Abstract Background In patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), standard practice is full-dose intravenous unfractionated heparin (UFH) targeting an activated partial thromboplastin time of 2·0–2·5 times baseline to reduce thrombotic..

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Abstract Background This study aims to assess the agreement between noninvasive hemoglobin (SpHb) and invasive hemoglobin (InvHb) monitoring in guiding blood transfusions during thoracic procedures. Methods This study was not..

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Abstract In the course of extracorporeal circulation (ECC), real-time monitoring of blood electrolyte levels is crucial for ensuring patient safety and improving outcomes. A continuous detection chip of blood electrolytes..

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Abstract The evolution of perioperative care in cardiac surgery is uniquely captured by the 2 paradigms that define its modern history: fast-track recovery and Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) ()...

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Abstract Purpose Obesity is increasingly encountered among patients requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for severe respiratory or cardiac failure. It alters respiratory and cardiovascular physiology and drug pharmacokinetics and introduces..

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Abstract Objectives Pulmonary dysfunction is a known complication of cardiac surgery. High fractions of inspired oxygen (FiO2) during the critical pulmonary reperfusion phase of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) weaning is a..

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The 2027 ECMO Symposium: Advancing Excellence in Extracorporeal Life Support will convene multidisciplinary experts to address emerging evidence, evolving technologies, and systems-based strategies influencing contemporary VA and VV ECMO practice...

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Abstract Background Cardiac surgery is associated with significant mortality and complication risks. This study aims to develop an interpretable machine learning (ML) model to predict adverse outcomes (AOs) after cardiac..

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Abstract Background Fluid administration, priming solutions, and the use of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) during cardiac surgery are likely to promote hemodilution and inflammatory responses, leading to microcirculatory impairment. A new..

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Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication following cardiac surgery. The RCR (ratio of RDW to total serum calcium (TSC)), which exhibits high predictive value for various..

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Abstract Objectives To identify risk factors associated with inadequate heparin response in pediatric congenital heart surgery requiring cardiopulmonary bypass and to develop age-specific predictive scoring systems. Design Retrospective cohort study...

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Abstract Background Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia rules out the possibility of adopting heparin for cardiopulmonary bypass. To overcome this problem two anticoagulants can be used: argatroban and bivalirudin. Case presentation We report..

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Abstract Background Despite the widespread use of retrograde cardioplegia in most institutions, some surgeons continue to encounter technical difficulties during insertion of the retrograde cardioplegia cannula. We introduce the 4-finger..

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Abstract Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common congenital anomaly worldwide and is associated with substantial infant morbidity and mortality. This narrative review synthesizes evidence linking CHD to alterations..

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Abstract Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) is an emerging rescue strategy for select patients with refractory out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). Mobile ECPR programs aim to reduce low-flow time by initiating extracorporeal..