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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) exposes patients to multiple radiologic studies. We hypothesized ECMO patients endure radiation exposure in excess of the International Commission of Radiological Protection (ICRP) recommendations of..

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Abstract During extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) blood is exposed to artificial surfaces, resulting in contact activation of the intrinsic coagulation pathway initiated by coagulation factor XII (FXII). Little is known..

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Abstract Purpose Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) can be used to support severely ill patients with cardiogenic shock. While age is commonly used in patient selection, little is known..

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Abstract Background: Hospitalized COVID-19 patients with hypoxemic respiratory failure may deteriorate despite invasive mechanical ventilation and thus require extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support. Unfractionated heparin (UFH) is the antithrombotic of..

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Abstract Background In the recent ALBICS (ALBumin In Cardiac Surgery) trial, 4% albumin used for  priming and volume replacement increased perioperative bleeding compared with . In the present exploratory study, albumin-related bleeding..

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Abstract The recent study by Scolari et al. [] entitled ‘Association between serum lactate levels and mortality in patients with cardiogenic shock receiving mechanical circulatory support: a multicenter retrospective cohort..

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Abstract Pulmonary arterial pressure (PAH) usually increases after cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), but this normally does not affect weaning off CPB. Here we report a case of severe PAH in a..

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Abstract Surgical resection of obstructive tracheal tumors can be challenging to cardiothoracic surgeons and anesthesiologists. It is often difficult in these cases to maintain oxygenation by face mask ventilation during..

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Abstract Objective To determine the effect of intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay (LOS) on hospital mortality and non-home discharge for patients undergoing cardiac surgery over a 16-year period..

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Abstract Early and long-term outcomes in patients with pulmonary atresia-intact ventricular septum undergoing staged univentricular palliations have been known to be adversely affected by the presence of right ventricle–dependent coronary..

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Abstract This letter highlights the need for a structured pathway for Perfusionists to work across borders in order to address workforce shortages and provide comparable opportunities to other medical professions...

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Abstract OBJECTIVES We analyzed the temperature in proximal aortic repair with moderate hypothermic circulatory arrest (HCA) and evaluated the effect of the cooling status on postoperative outcomes. METHODS A total..

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Abstract Assessment of native cardiac output during extracorporeal circulation is challenging. We assessed a modified Fick principle under conditions such as dead space and shunt in 13 anesthetized swine undergoing..

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Abstract Recently, advances in wearable technologies, data science and machine learning have begun to transform evidence-based medicine, offering a tantalizing glimpse into a future of next-generation ‘deep’ medicine. Despite stunning..

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Abstract Hemodynamic instability in postresuscitation syndrome worsens survival and neurological outcomes. Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) for refractory cardiac arrest might improve outcomes. Hemodynamical support under VA ECMO relies..

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Abstract OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to examine whether perioperative changes in cerebral blood flow (CBF) relate to postoperative neurological deficits in patients undergoing aortic arch surgery involving..

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Abstract Background: Systemic anticoagulation with heparin during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) should be neutralized by protamine administration to restore normal hemostasis. Our previous study showed the protamine-to-heparin ratio (P-to-H) of 1:1..

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Abstract Background: Acute kidney injury after pediatric cardiac surgery is a common complication with few established modifiable risk factors. We sought to characterize whether indexed oxygen delivery during cardiopulmonary bypass..

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Abstract Background Blood-based cardioplegia is the standard myocardial protection strategy in pediatric cardiac surgery. Custadiol (histidine-tryptophan-ketoglutarate), an alternative, may have some advantages but is potentially less effective at myocardial protection...

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Abstract Dialysis treatment has improved the survival of patients with kidney failure. However, the hospitalization and mortality rates remain alarmingly high, primarily due to incomplete uremic toxin elimination. High-volume hemodiafiltration..

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Abstract Background: VA-ECMO with concomitant Impella support (ECpella) is an emerging treatment modality for cardiogenic shock (CS). Survival outcomes by CS etiology with ECpella support have not been well-described. Methods: This study..

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Abstract Purpose Further studies are needed in line with the Enhanced Recovery for Cardiac Surgery (ERCS) protocols with a view to reducing anxiety and opioid use in cardiac surgery patients...

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Abstract Background: Mortality and complication rates remain high with VA-ECMO. Understanding risk factors for mortality and post-ECMO functional status may aid conversations about prognosis. Methods: ELSO Registry data for adults supported with..

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Abstract Mechanical circulatory support (MCS) is an emerging therapy for acute heart failure (AHF) or cardiogenic shock (CS) patients unresponsive to medicinal treatment. In China, common treatments using short-term MCS..

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Abstract BACKGROUND: Although venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is beneficial for the treatment of profound cardiogenic shock, peripheral VA-ECMO cannulation can increase left ventricular afterload, thus compromising myocardial recovery. We..

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Abstract Background: Simulator training is important for teaching perfusion students fundamental skills associated with CBP before they start working in the clinic. Currently available high-fidelity simulators lack anatomic features that..

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Abstract The role of ECMO support in airway procedures

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Abstract Background: Infants < 10 kg undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) may receive either fresh frozen plasma (FFP) or other solutions in the CPB priming volume. The existing..

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Abstract Porcine models of liver ex situ normothermic machine perfusion (NMP) are increasingly being used in transplant research. Contrary to rodents, porcine livers are anatomically and physiologically close to humans, with similar..

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Abstract Artificial lung membranes as the core module of the extracorporeal membrane oxygenation technology (ECMO) execute the function of extracorporeal blood-gas barrier accomplishing CO2/O2 exchange with blood. However, the unsatisfactory hemocompatibility..