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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract OBJECTIVES Right ventricular failure after left ventricular assist device (LVAD) insertion is associated with significant mortality and morbidity. Mechanical support options include right ventricular assist devices, venoarterial extracorporeal membrane..

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Abstract “Developmental hemostasis” refers to the dynamic process of gradual hemostatic maturation. Conventional coagulation tests seem to fail to accurately depict the in vivo hemostasis, while viscoelastic tests, thromboelastography (TEG),..

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Abstract Thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm (TAAA) surgery is an extensive surgical undertaking, and adjuncts to decrease complications have varying results and individual pitfalls. We describe a modified “branch-first” TAAA open repair..

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Abstract Blood-primed cardiopulmonary bypass circuits are frequently necessary to achieve safe support during pediatric open-heart surgery. Literature is lacking regarding suitable prime constituents or methods for achieving a physiologically appropriate..

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Abstract Background:  Postoperative delirium (POD) is a common complication in cardiac surgery especially in elderly population which can lead to a delay of weaning from ventilator and extubation. Cardiopulmonary bypass..

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Abstract Objective To investigate the effects of dopamine on the adverse pulmonary changes following cardiopulmonary bypass Design Prospective, nonrandomized clinical investigation Setting University hospital Participants One hundred and fifty-seven patients..

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Abstract During 50 years of extracorporeal life support (ECLS), this highly invasive technology has left a considerable imprint on modern medicine, and it still confronts researchers, clinicians and policymakers with multifarious..

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Abstract Pulmonary hemorrhage (PH) is an infrequent and potentially fatal event in term neonates. Reports of successful management of PH on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are limited, given the accentuated..

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Abstract OBJECTIVES Management of resternotomy is often a difficult challenge in patients with congenital diseases who have undergone multiple sternotomies. Our goal was to report our single-centre experience with carotid..

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Abstract Introduction Thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) is the first treatment option for many thoracic aortic pathologies. Especially after aortic dissections, it is possible to have progression during follow-up with..

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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..

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Abstract Background and aim Thoracotomy approaches to left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation may reduce surgical morbidity and, through preservation of the pericardial restraint over the right heart, may reduce..

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Abstract Background Acute kidney injury is a severe complication following cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and is associated with capillary leakage and microcirculatory perfusion disturbances. CPB-induced thrombin release results in capillary hyperpermeability..

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Abstract The modern day CPB circuit consists of a series of tubing, pumps, oxygenator, heat exchanger, and numerous safety and electrical components that allow for complete circulatory support, regulation of..

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Abstract Objectives:  The objective of this work was to carry out a systematic review of clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) pertaining to intraoperative red blood cell (RBC) transfusions, in terms of..

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Abstract Neonatal extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving procedure for critically ill neonates suffering from a potentially reversible disease, causing severe cardiac and/or respiratory failure and refractory to maximal..

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Abstract BLEEDING is a well-documented and frequently encountered complication after cardiac surgery, affecting roughly 2%-to-10% of all patients.  Major bleeding is a known risk factor for significant morbidity and mortality..

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Abstract Objectives The aim of this study was to present an artificial neural network (ANN) model for the accurate estimation of in-hospital mortality and to demonstrate the validity of the..

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Abstract Improvements in the care of children with cardiomyopathy, CHDs, and acquired heart disease have led to an increased number of children surviving with advanced heart failure. In addition, the..

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Abstract Purpose: Among acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients in intensive care units, the efficacy of lung recruitment maneuver (LRM) use is uncertain taking into account the most recent randomized..

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Abstract Background This single-center, retrospective study evaluates the impact of hepatic steatosis on outcomes after continuous-flow left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation. Methods Adults undergoing LVAD implantation between 2004 and..

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Abstract Introduction: Despite extensive evidence that shows clinical of superiority of MiECC, worldwide penetration remains low due to concerns regarding air handling and volume management in the context of a..

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Abstract Objectives The aim of this study was to evaluate the prognostic impact of cerebral regional oxygen saturation (crSO2) in patients undergoing surgery for Stanford type A aortic dissection (TAAD)...

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Abstract BACKGROUND: The standardized management of anticoagulation during the cardiopulmonary bypass seems inaccurate because of patients and surgeries variability. This study evaluates if an individualized management of heparin and protamine..

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Abstract Aim: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of the resin hemoperfusion device (HA380 hemoperfusion cartridge) on inflammatory responses during adult cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB).  Methods: Sixty patients undergoing surgical valve replacement..

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Abstract Objectives The objective of this study was to identify novel serum biomarkers specific to postoperative delirium after major cardiac surgery to provide insight into the pathologic processes involved in..

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Abstract Background Intra-operative cell salvage (IOCS) and leukocyte-depleted filter (LDF) are widely used and effective in saving blood. However, the safety issue concerning reinfusion of IOCS–LDF processed blood to renal..

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Abstract Background Variability in transfusion outcomes and excessive postoperative bleeding represents a significant problem in cardiac surgery. The effort to reduce bleeding complications and transfusion outcomes is desirable. Our study..

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Abstract The use of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) can be associated with significant hemodilution, coagulopathy and a systemic inflammatory response for infants and children undergoing cardiac surgery. Intra-operative ultrafiltration has been..

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Abstract The 4Ts and HIT-Expert Probability (HEP) scoring tools for heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) have not been validated in cardiac surgery patients, and the reported sensitivity and specificity of the Post-Cardiopulmonary..