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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract The Extracorporeal Life Support Organisation (ELSO) recommends initiating veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) with sweep gas flow rate (V˙sweep) of 2 L/min and extracorporeal circuit blood flow (Q˙ec) of 2 L/min...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background:Electronic health records (EHRs) and poor system interoperability are well-known issues in the use of health information technologies in most high-income countries worldwide. Despite the abundance of literature exploring..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract BACKGROUND: Pulse oximetry is the mainstay of patient oxygen monitoring. Measurement error from pulse oximetry is more common for those with darker skin pigmentation, yet this topic remains understudied, and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Rational. Long-term outcomes of patients with COVID-19-related acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) treated with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are unknown. Methods. Multicenter, prospective study in patients who received ECMO..

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Abstract Background Myocardial protection during operations with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and aortic cross clamping is vital. For this purpose, Del Nido (DN) and Custodiol cardioplegia (CC) solutions are used for..

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Abstract BACKGROUND:  Highly performing healthcare organizations benefit from robust failure management systems. This involves the ability to respond and recover from critical events, as well avoiding harm in the first..

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Abstract Alongside species mass extinction and biodiversity loss, climate change signifies humanity’s burdened entry into the Anthropocene []. During the past two centuries, humanity has burned increasing amounts of fossil..

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Abstract AMIA has a longstanding interest and a professional obligation to promote a strong ethical framework for its members and the field of biomedical and health informatics. This white paper..

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Abstract Introduction: Use of the ProtekDuo cannula has been described for right ventricular assist devices (RVADs) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) systems. Case report: We describe remote cannulation and transport of two..

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Abstract Fractures of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) cannulas are exceedingly rare due to their woven metal reinforcement. There are only a few cases reported in the literature. We present a 27-year-old..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract We describe the development, implementation, and outcomes of an intensivist-led adult extracorporeal life support (ECLS) program using intensivists both to perform venovenous (V-V), venoarterial (V-A), and extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction  Respiratory extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is well established and its popularity has increased during coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) time. The efficacy of ECMO has been proved in refractory..

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Abstract OBJECTIVES:  Prone positioning and venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are both useful interventions in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Combining the two therapies is feasible and safe, but the..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Aim To elucidate the effectiveness of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in accidental hypothermia (AH) patients with and without cardiac arrest (CA), including details of complications. Methods This study was..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction There is increasing evidence for extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) as a rescue therapy for selected patients in refractory cardiac arrest (CA). Besides patient selection, the control of reperfusion..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Refractory hypoxemia during support on venovenous (VV) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a challenging clinical problem. Manipulating ventilator settings, prone positioning, optimizing cannula position, and ECMO flows, and the..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is one type of extracorporeal life support for patients with cardiopulmonary failure. ECMO may serve as a as bridge to recovery, long-term mechanical support, or..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective: Assessment of the results of the ProtekDuo cannula applied for dedicated right ventricular support with oxygenator in ARDS secondary to COVID-19. Methods: Systematic literature search in NHS library,..

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Abstract Background: Ultra‑lung‑protective ventilation may be useful during veno‑venous extracorporeal membraneoxygenation (vv‑ECMO) for severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) to minimize ventilator‑induced lunginjury and to facilitate lung recovery. The objective..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Despite being vital in treating intensive-care patients with lung failure, especially COVID-19 patients, Veno-Venous Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation does not exploit its full potential, leaving ample room for improvement. The..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) inherit substantial disease-associated metabolic, endocrinologic, and immunologic modifications. Along with the technical components of ECMO, the aforementioned alterations may affect patients’ needs and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Anomalies of the pulmonary origin of the pulmonary arteries are uncommon; however, the true incidence is unknown and may be underestimated. We sought to review our experience with this..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Introduction: Simultaneous ECMO and IABP therapy is frequently used. Haemodynamic changes responsible for the success of the concomitant mechanical circulatory support system approach are rarely investigated. In a large-animal..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives:  To determine the effect of intraoperative antifibrinolytics, including tranexamic acid (TXA), aminocaproic acid (EACA), or aprotinin, on bleeding in children undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Data..

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Abstract The inflammatory response in cardiac surgery using extracorporeal circulation (ECC) has been widely discussed in the literature with analysis on cytokines released in humans. To mitigate this response mainly..

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Abstract VA-ECMO is commonly used for patients in cardiogenic shock (CS) or refractory cardiac arrest (CA) undergoing PCI for ACS. In this setting at high risk of both thrombotic and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract The artificial lung (AL) technology is one of the membrane-based artificial organs that partly augments lung functions, i.e. blood  and CO2 removal. It is generally employed as an extracorporeal membrane  (ECMO) device to..

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Abstract There is a perception held by others in the health sciences that surgeons are not adequately assessing surgical procedures. In an Editorial in the Lancet in 1996, entitled, “Surgical Research or..

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Abstract Nosocomial infections are a leading complication of prolonged extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) therapy, and invasive fungal infections are of particular concern. Candida bloodstream infection specifically is associated with poor outcomes in acute..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Low postoperative mixed venous oxygen saturation (SvO2) values have been linked to poor outcomes after cardiac surgery. The present study was designed to assess whether SvO2 values of < 60%..