Yearly Archives: 2026

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Abstract Background After chemotherapy, a small subset of mediastinal non-seminomatous germ cell tumors evolves into growing benign teratoma masses despite normalized tumor markers. This condition is termed the growing teratoma..

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Abstract Objective(s) To evaluate survival outcomes and identify candidate profiles for venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in adult patients with sepsis-induced cardiomyopathy. Design The authors systematically searched PubMed, Embase, and Google..

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Abstract Background Drawing on more than 30 years of valuable expertise in in-vitro, in-vivo, and clinical trials, we report the key findings of our institutional research on pulsatile cardiopulmonary bypass..

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Abstract Previously, limited cumulative experience has been linked to poor transplantation outcomes following ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP). We sought to determine if EVLP performed at external perfusion centers (EPC) could mitigate..

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Abstract Background The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the backlog of elective surgeries across the National Health Service (NHS). This is particularly critical for patients awaiting cardiac surgery, where even short delays..

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Abstract Background While the use of pre-hospital extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation for refractory out of hospital cardiac arrest is increasing, there is little data on whether it is cost-effective. This study..

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Abstract Background: Veno-arterial ExtraCorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (V-A ECMO) as a bridge to recovery or long-term assist devices in severe cardiocirculatory failure typically lasts 5-7 days. There is scarce guidance on..

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Abstract Purpose Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is a well-established procedure that uses cannulae during cardiac surgery to drain and return blood. In challenging cases (e.g. aortic dissection, reoperation), peripheral cannulation in..

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Abstract Background Heparin is commonly administered to prevent thrombosis during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). However, the development of intracardiac thrombi under CPB has still been reported. Case summary A 79-year-old man..

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Abstract Fast-track extubation has emerged as a vital component of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery pathways, designed to optimize recovery and resource utilization after cardiac surgery, contrasting with traditional prolonged ventilation...

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Abstract Objective Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), which induces pulmonary injury, significantly impacts the quality of life in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Preventing and treating pulmonary complications has become a critical clinical..

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Abstract Malignant hyperthermia (MH) is a rare but potentially fatal disorder characterized by a hypermetabolic state produced by exposure to triggering agents such as volatile anesthetics and succinylcholine., MH crises have..

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Abstract Background Cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is associated with microcirculatory changes. Little is known about the effect of CPB on the structural and vascular parameters of the retina...

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Abstract INTRODUCTION Unfractionated heparin (UFH) is the most commonly used anticoagulant during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) (1). However, UFH also has several limitations: (i) it requires individualized dosing and close..

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Dear Colleagues and Friends, We are pleased to announce that, from 2026 onwards, the “BHSS – Bologna Heart Surgery Symposium” and the “STB – Summer Talks in Bologna on Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Surgery” will be..

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LIVES, October 10-14, 2026, Lisbon (CCL, Lisboa Congress Centre) In 2026, we invite you once again to join for 5 eventful days, between 10 and 14 October, for pre-congress educational courses,..

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Abstract Introduction Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is a life-sustaining technology that supports patients with severe acute respiratory failure. Indications and contraindications to VV ECMO are evolving and professional..

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Abstract Background Patients undergoing cardiac surgery frequently suffer impaired myocardial redox protection during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), with elderly patients facing higher complication risks. We investigated the redox-protective effects of blood..

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Abstract Background: Intraoperative iatrogenic aortic dissection (IAD) is an uncommon but serious complication of cardiac surgery, and available evidence remains limited, with most reports based on small series. This study..

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Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication after pediatric cardiac surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). This study evaluated renal regional oxygen saturation (R-rSO₂), measured via near-infrared spectroscopy..

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Abstract More than 1 million patients worldwide undergo cardiac surgery each year, amounting to approximately 123 per 100,000 population. Cardiopulmonary bypass has been central to this success, facilitating the possibility of..

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Abstract BACKGROUND:  Haptoglobin may reduce hemolysis-induced kidney injury in patients undergoing cardiovascular surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Haptoglobin may be given empirically when hemolytic urine is observed, or pre-emptively when..

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Abstract Objectives Del Nido cardioplegia has gained increasing popularity, evolving from its original use in paediatric and congenital heart surgery to widespread adoption in adult cardiac procedures. This review aims..

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Abstract The aim of this study is to investigate the mechanical influence on the aortic tissue when exposed to the liquid jet blasting effect produced by the aortic cannula during..

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Abstract Background Advances in medicine lead to an increase in the number of patients with concurrent heart disease and cancer. We investigated the effect of cardiac surgery under cardiopulmonary bypass..

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Abstract Introduction Continuous retrograde cardioplegia worsens surgeon’s vision while performing distal anastomosis in coronary artery bypass grafting operations. We investigated whether intermittent retrograde cardioplegia, which provides a bloodless surgical field..

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Abstract Objectives This quality improvement project aimed to enhance operating room efficiency in a newly established paediatric cardiac operating room by focusing on key performance indicators (KPI), including (1) first..

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Abstract Design Apixaban is a direct oral anticoagulant that inhibits factor Xa. Our objective was to examine the effect of apixaban on perioperative transfusion requirements in pediatric patients undergoing cardiac..

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Abstract Hemodynamic monitoring is a cornerstone of perioperative care in cardiac surgery, where patients are at high risk of cardiovascular instability and organ hypoperfusion. In recent years, goal-directed therapy (GDT)..

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Abstract Objectives This study hypothesizes that induced hypothermia (IH) can safely extend aortic cross-clamp (ACC) time, significantly reducing metabolic burden and end-organ injury, thereby enabling more comprehensive aortic arch reconstructions..