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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Bleeding following cardiac surgery is common and serious, yet a gap persists in understanding how experienced intensive care nurses identify and respond to such complications. Aim To describe the..

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Abstract Objectives The objective of this systematic review was to clarify the status of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) in monitoring perioperative renal regional tissue oxygen saturation (rSO2) and determine whether there..

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Abstract Background Cardiovascular disease currently accounts for nearly half of non-communicable disease (NCDs).High rates of coronary heart disease in people of South Asian (Indian, Pakistani, and Bangladeshi) origin were first..

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Abstract In high-risk high-stakes environments, such as the cardiac operating room (OR), the cognitive processes of each surgical team member, as well as alignments or misalignments between team members play..

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Abstract Background: Acute kidney injury (AKI) following cardiac surgery is a well-described phenomenon, usually associated with hemodynamic changes ultimately leading to ischemic injury to the kidneys. In this study, we assessed..

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Abstract With advancements in  (ECLS) technologies, venoarterial  (VA-ECMO) has emerged as a crucial cardiopulmonary support mechanism. This review explores the significance of VA-ECMO system configuration,  strategies, and timing of initiation. Through an analysis..

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Abstract Cardiogenic shock is a critical condition that affects up to 10% of patients hospitalized with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), representing the primary cause of death in this group [, ]...

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Abstract John McCarthy first used the term artificial intelligence (AI) in a conference at Dartmouth College in 1956. He discussed “the science and engineering of making intelligent machines.” This paved..

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Abstract Sepsis is a dysregulated host response to infection responsible for life-threatening organ dysfunction.1  Along with early antimicrobial administration and source control, correction of hemodynamic derangements is a crucial aspect of..

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Abstract Science communication is a core skill for undergraduate science students to acquire in preparation for their future careers, but studies show that this skill is underdeveloped in science graduates...

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Abstract Antithrombin (AT) deficiency in the extracorporeal circulation during cardiac surgery leads to uncontrolled inflammation and vascular damage in patients. AT levels decrease in sepsis, major trauma, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation,..

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Abstract Importance  Liberal oxygen (hyperoxia) is commonly administered to patients during surgery, and oxygenation is known to impact mechanisms of perioperative organ injury. Objective  To evaluate the effect of intraoperative hyperoxia compared..

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Abstract Background: Patient selection for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support is complex and associated with variability between clinicians. Disparities exist in ECMO use, with lower utilization in patients who are female,..

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Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) frequently occurs as a complication of cardiac surgery and cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Its prevalence and severity are determined by various preoperative and intraoperative factors...

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Abstract Objective: Analyze risk factors for cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI) in adults and establish a nomogram model for CSA-AKI based on plasma soluble urokinase-type plasminogen activator receptor (suPAR) and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Antithrombin (AT) deficiency in the extracorporeal circulation during cardiac surgery leads to uncontrolled inflammation and vascular damage in patients. AT levels decrease in sepsis, major trauma, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation,..

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Abstract Purpose Managing children undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) presents a significant challenge for anesthesiologists. Machine Learning (ML)-assisted tools have the potential to enhance the recognition of patients..

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Abstract Objective Systemic heparinization during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) can significantly affect thromboelastography (TEG). This study investigated the feasibility of adding protamine in vitro to allow assessment of coagulation status using the..

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Abstract Hemolysis-induced acute kidney injury (AKI) is attributed to heme-mediated proximal tubule epithelial cell (PTEC) injury and tubular cast formation due to intratubular protein condensation. Megalin is a multiligand endocytic..

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Abstract Background This case report documents the first worldwide use of the Hybrid System from Spectrum Medical in a heart transplant procedure, focusing on its safety and efficacy. Traditional cardiopulmonary..

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Abstract Background Perioperative myocardial injury (PMI) with different cut-off values has showed to be associated with different prognostic effect after cardiac surgery. Machine learning (ML) method has been widely used..

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Abstract BACKGROUND: Although loop diuretics (LDs) have been widely used in clinical practice, their effect on mortality when administered to patients experiencing cardiac surgery–associated acute kidney injury (CS-AKI) remains unknown...

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Abstract Background:  Aortic valve replacement (AVR) is a common procedure for aortic valve pathologies, particularly in the elderly. While traditional open AVR is established, minimally invasive techniques aim to reduce..

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Abstract Simulation educators are often requested to provide multidisciplinary and/or interprofessional simulation training in response to critical incidents. Current perspectives on patient safety focus on learning from failure, success and..

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Abstract Background: Cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CS-AKI) remains a vexing issue. Clinical trials for the prevention of CS-AKI have been disappointing despite enormous initial enthusiasm based on experimental data.  Summary: The..

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Abstract Heart–lungs interactions are related to the interplay between the cardiovascular and the respiratory system. They result from the respiratory-induced changes in intrathoracic pressure, which are transmitted to the cardiac..

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Abstract In this article, we present a generic model for social and cognitive skills that can be used in work and (simulation-based) education in healthcare. We combined existing non-technical skills..

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Abstract Objectives To estimate whether the association of transfusion and acute kidney injury (AKI) has a threshold of oxygen delivery below which transfusion is beneficial but above which it is..

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Abstract Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a complex and life-threatening condition with multifactorial etiologies, ranging from ischemic injury to nephrotoxic exposures. Management is founded on treating the underlying cause of..

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Abstract Background: Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is a therapy for patients with refractory respiratory failure. The decision to decannulate someone from extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) often involves weaning trials..