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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Monitoring the patient receiving veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is challenging due to the complex physiological interplay between native and membrane lung. Understanding these interactions is essential to..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective To identify and compare the rates of cannula-associated  (CaDVT)  on venovenous  (VV-ECMO) who receive systemic  (AC) and those who do not receive AC. Design Retrospective observational study. Setting Tertiary academic medical center...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background and Objectives: Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) has been developing since 1996. Peripheral cannulation is required to perform MICS, and good venous drainage and a bloodless field are..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background The association between tissue oxygenation with postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) in adult patients undergoing multiple valve surgery has not been specifically studied. Methods In this prospective exploratory..

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Abstract Valve-in-valve (ViV)  (ViV-TAVI)  with failed bioprostheses arose as an alternative to redo surgical  (SAVR). To evaluate all-cause mortality in ViV-TAVI versus redo-SAVR, we performed a study-level meta-analysis of reconstructed time-to-event data from..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Veno-arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a rescue treatment in refractory cardiogenic shock (CS) or refractory cardiac arrest (CA). Exposure to hyperoxemia is common during VA-ECMO, and its..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction: Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a common clinical problem. When patients develop severe shock and/or respiratory failure, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) may be considered. This case series describes the..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective Strategies for red blood cell (RBC) transfusion in patients undergoing cardiac surgery have been traditionally anchored to hemoglobin (Hb) targets. A more physiologic approach would consider markers of..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background The Society for Cardiovascular  and Interventions (SCAI)  classification has been shown to provide robust mortality  in a variety of cardiovascular patients. Objectives This study sought to evaluate the SCAI  classification in postoperative..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Importance: Skin pigmentation influences peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) measured by pulse oximetry compared to the arterial saturation of oxygen (SaO2) measured via arterial blood gas analysis. However, data on..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Antegrade cardioplegia is routinely given during cardiac surgery. The delivery of antegrade cardioplegia from the cardiopulmonary bypass machine has many variables. Many perfusionists rely exclusively on cardioplegia system pressure..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective To evaluate and synthesise the factors determining patient safety culture in hospitals. Methods The scoping review protocol was based on the criteria of the Joanna Briggs Institute. Eligibility criteria were..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract OBJECTIVES:  This review aims to: 1) identify the key circuit and patient factors affecting systemic oxygenation, 2) summarize the literature reporting the association between hyperoxia and patient outcomes, and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives We aimed to evaluate thrombotic and hemorrhagic complications with heparin versus bivalirudin use in veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO). Methods We performed a retrospective cohort study of..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI) is frequent. While two network meta-analyses assessed the impact of pharmacological interventions to prevent CSA-AKI, none focused on non-pharmacological interventions. We aim..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) use for circulatory support in cardiogenic shock results in increased left ventricular (LV) afterload. The use of concomitant Impella or intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: In congenital heart surgery, low cardiac output syndrome (LCOS) is a major cause of morbidity in the immediate post-operative period. A decrease in cardiac output leads to an increase..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract The impact of blood pressure targets and surgical approach (laparoscopic or open) on continuous urinary oxygenation (PuO2), a validated surrogate of renal medullary PO2, during general surgery, is unclear...

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Abstract Introduction Growing evidence supports  cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) for refractory out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients, especially in experienced centres. We present characteristics, , and outcomes of patients treated with ECPR in a..

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Abstract Background Isolated limb perfusion (ILP) is a regional cancer treatment in which high-dose chemotherapy is administered in an isolated extremity. The main side effect is regional toxicity, which occasionally..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Hypersensitivity reactions to heparin are uncommon conditions but pose a serious clinical problem for patients requiring cardiopulmonary bypass. Bivalirudin is a reversible direct thrombin inhibitor that can be..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract We present historical accounts of congenital heart surgery since the early 1900s, as our specialty evolved from individual heroic efforts into an established and sophisticated surgical specialty with consistent..

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Abstract Diseases affecting the aortic arch often require surgical intervention. Hypothermic circulatory arrest (HCA) enables a safe approach during open aortic arch surgeries. Additionally, HCA provides neuroprotection by reducing cerebral..

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Abstract A dysregulated host response is a common feature in critically ill patients due to both infectious and non-infectious origins that can lead to life-threatening organ dysfunction, which is still..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction Survival from refractory out of hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) without timely return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) utilising conventional advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) therapies is dismal. CHEER3 was..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is a life-saving therapy for critically ill patients, but it carries an increased risk of thrombosis due to blood interacting with non-physiological surfaces. While..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives Patients undergoing cardiac surgery often require , which are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Patient blood management (PBM) strategies, including acute normovolemic  (ANH), have been implemented to minimize allogeneic..

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Abstract Unfractionated heparin (UFH) is the most used anticoagulant in patients receiving veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO). Its therapeutic levels are monitored using activated partial thromboplastin time ratio (aPTTr) or..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Burnout has gained increasing attention worldwide as a phenomenon that affects health care professionals. However, there is a lack of relevant research about its impact on practitioners in..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is an effective mechanical circulatory support for cardiac insufficiency following cardiac surgery especially cardiac surgery with extracorporeal circulation, which can quickly restore the perfusion..