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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Substantial progress has been made in the standardization of nomenclature for paediatric and congenital cardiac care. In 1936, Maude Abbott published her Atlas of Congenital Cardiac Disease, which was..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives: The aim of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the novel bidirectional cannula that ensures stable distal perfusion compared to conventional cannula in patients..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Placement of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in obese patients has been challenging; however, cannulation risk in obese patients has not been clearly investigated. We therefore explored ECMO cannulation complications in this..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Purpose Albumin solution is a colloid used for resuscitation in cardiac surgical patients, but it is unclear if it offers advantages over crystalloids. We examined current clinical practice across..

Perfusfind S.L.

This case reports on a 10-year-old female patient, who was admitted to the emergency department with purpuric rash and confusion. [pdf-embedder url="https://perfusfind.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/CoW_35_2021_E_web_compressed.pdf"]  

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Abstract Protamine is mainly used to reverse the anticoagulant effect of heparin after cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Unfortunately, it is associated with adverse clinical reactions ranging from minor cardiopulmonary instability to..

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Abstract In 2020, the attention of the medical community was stolen by the novel coronavirus pandemic. In the setting of the rapidly evolving and unpredictable deadly disease, there was little..

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Abstract Introduction To assess the efficacy of C-reactive protein (CRP) and procalcitonin (PCT) at identifying infection in children after congenital heart surgery (CHS) with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Materials and Methods..

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Abstract Purpose: The potential cardio-protective property of germinated brown rice (GBR) has been revealed by ameliorating risk factors related to cardiovascular diseases. This study hypothesized that the combination of GBR and..

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Abstract Background Oxygen delivery during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is closely related to postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI). The value of critical indexed oxygen delivery (DO2i) is a key indicator to..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background: Ischemic stroke after coronary artery bypass (CABG) has been often linked to aortic manipulation during surgery. Objectives: The objective of the study was to estimate the rate of postoperative ischemic..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Purpose Describe the experience of one institution in modifying allogeneic blood transfusion protocols for AIS surgery in response to the results of ACS-NSQIP-PEDS comparative data in a retrospective cohort..

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Abstract Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) supports patients suffering from refractory cardiogenic shock. Thromboembolic complications (TeC) are common in VA-ECMO patients and are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Valid..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Combined resection of the superior vena cava is sometimes challenging during radical surgery for malignant mediastinal tumors. We report a case of a 21-year-old man with a malignant mediastinal germ cell tumor who underwent..

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Abstract Background Orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT) is the treatment option for early-stage hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). OLT is often associated with high blood loss, requiring blood transfusion. Retransfusion of autologous blood is a..

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Abstract During cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), high flows can allow an adequate perfusion to kidneys, but, on the other hand, they could cause emboli production, increased vascular pressure, and a more..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract   Background: Ceftaroline fosamil, a 5th generation cephalosporin antibiotic with activity against MRSA, is currently approved for the treatment of pneumonia and complicated skin and soft tissue infections. However,..

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Abstract The topsy-turvy heart is a very rare cardiac malformation that involves a global 90° clockwise rotation of the heart along its long axis. This rotation results in the displacement..

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Abstract The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has increased the number of patients who require extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). To manage the demand for ECMO, Japan ECMOnet for COVID-19 was..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract La ecocardiografía es una herramienta fundamental en el cuidado de los pacientes con dispositivos de asistencia ventricular. La obstrucción dinámica de la cánula de entrada por succión de la..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract There is sufficient evidence to show that prone positioning improves oxygenation and respiratory mechanics and is also associated with lower mortality in patients with moderate to severe ARDS. However,..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Resumen: La monitorización de la saturación de oxígeno en sangre venosa mixta, ayuda a conocer el estado de transporte y consumo de oxígeno en situaciones de shock, mejorando la..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background The usefulness of right heart catherization (RHC) has long been debated, and thus, we aimed to study the real‐world impact of the use of RHC in cardiogenic shock...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background  (NO) is an important signalling molecule in the cardiovascular system with protective properties in ischaemia–reperfusion injury. Inorganic nitrate, an oxidation product of endogenous NO production and a constituent..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is used in cardiogenic shock refractory to inotropic support and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) support. Peripheral ECMO can lead to ventricular distention, and IABP..

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Abstract New York City (NYC) was the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic in the US in March 2020. A dense city of only 302 square miles, it has had 33 359..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background There is a known association between need for transfusion and short-term outcomes in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. However long-term data are lacking in the contemporary literature. Methods All..

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Abstract Background Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is an immune-mediated reaction to heparin that provokes a prothrombotic state and causes a decline in platelet count. Data describing outcomes of HIT after cardiac..

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Abstract Primary intestinal lymphangiectasia (PIL) is a rare disorder characterized by dilated intestinal lacteals that result in leakage of excessive serum proteins and lymphocytes into the gastrointestinal (GI) tract culminating..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Purpose: Complications associated with use of dual-lumen venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) cannulas are of concern in pediatric patients. While the risk of atrial perforation is believed to be..