In this section, you will find a variety of informative videos about cannulation in cardiac surgery and aspects of CPB by our collaborator Asif Mushtaq.
Serum lactate is a critical biomarker in cardiac surgery, offering insights into tissue oxygenation and metabolic status. Elevated lactate levels during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) can indicate inadequate perfusion, hypoxia, or..
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Introduction Blood gas management during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is crucial for optimizing oxygen delivery and cerebral perfusion, especially in temperature-regulated surgeries such as deep hypothermic circulatory arrest (DHCA). Two primary..
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Perfusionists play a critical role in cardiac surgery and extracorporeal support, ensuring optimal oxygenation and circulation during procedures. However, given the complexity of the field, even experienced professionals can make..
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Cardioplegia is a pharmacological therapy administered during cardiac surgery to intentionally and temporarily arrest the heart. The first solution used during cardiopulmonary bypass was reported by Dr. Melrose in the..
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Technical Aspects of Cardiopulmonary Bypass Process Overview Blood is drained from the vena caval filters directly into a reservoir. Normally a single two-stage cannula is used (drains blood from the..
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An arterial cannula is usually inserted into the ascending aorta. Alternate sites include the femoral, innominate or axillary artery in situations such as emergency, redo surgery, minimally invasive surgery or..
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