Abstract Objectives Cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI) is a frequent and important complication often attributed to decreased kidney blood flow. Ultrasound measurement of renal has been associated with adverse cardiac..
Read MoreAbstract Endoplasmic reticulum (ER)-mitochondrial (ER-Mito) interface, termed mitochondrial-ER contacts (MERCs), plays significant roles in the maintenance of bioenergetics and basal cell functions via the exchange of lipids, Ca2+, and reactive..
Read MoreAbstract Objective To describe cardiac arrest during anesthesia care provided by a pediatric cardiac anesthesiologist in patients with congenital heart disease and identify predictors of outcome. Design Retrospective chart review...
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) is an established intervention for select patients experiencing refractory cardiac arrest. Among modifiable predictors of survival and neurologic recovery during ECPR implementation, timely restoration of..
Read MoreAbstract The advancement of has introduced a new dimension to managing patients who do not respond to conventional treatment of severe . (ECMO) is a specialized temporary life support that serves as a..
Read MoreAbstract Background Delirium is a common postoperative complication in patients undergoing cardiac surgery and is associated with prolonged hospitalization and persistent cognitive impairment. This study aimed to assess the predictive..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives To determine whether heparin resistance (HR) occurring during (CPB) is associated with (antithrombin III) activity. Design Retrospective review of data collected prospectively in a single center. Setting A tertiary referral..
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) often induces systemic inflammatory reaction syndrome (SIRS), affecting postoperative outcome. We aimed to explore adaptive/maladaptive inflammation using unsupervised machine learning. Methods We..
Read MoreAbstract Background Amniotic fluid embolism is a rare potential complication in the peripartum period. Case Summary A 27-year-old nulliparous woman presented for elective induction at 41 weeks' gestation. Due to..
Read MoreAbstract Cardiopulmonary bypass serves as a cornerstone in cardiac surgery, enabling life-sustaining circulatory and respiratory support during complex procedures that necessitate the temporary cessation of cardiac activity. This intricate process..
Read MoreAbstract Purpose Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) is an advanced resuscitation therapy for cardiopulmonary arrest refractory to standard CPR. ECPR treatment recommendations are not supported by strong evidence, and institutional criteria..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives To describe the associations between perioperative blood pressures and clinical postoperative outcomes, and to investigate if these associations depend on the preoperative resting and nadir nighttime blood pressures...
Read MoreAbstract Purpose To assess whether prone positioning (PP) increases bleeding risk compared to supine positioning in ARDS patients undergoing veno venous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VV ECMO). Materials and Methods A..
Read MoreAbstract Background Acute normovolemic hemodilution (ANH) and retrograde autologous priming (RAP) are blood conservation techniques designed to reduce transfusion requirements. Purpose This study evaluated the impact of combining ANH and..
Read MoreAbstract Background Intraoperative blood salvage can reduce the need for allogeneic blood transfusions, minimizing immunological risks and infection by reusing the patient's own blood. However, in cancer surgery, a key..
Read MoreAbstract We read the interesting work of Romero‑Garcia and colleagues on the association between partial pressure of O2 in arterial blood (PaO2) and neurological outcomes in a context of acute brain..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) for refractory cardiac arrest is increasing in usage, but risk factors for seizures are largely unknown. We included adult ECPR patients in the Extracorporeal Life..
Read MoreAbstract This study aimed to assess whether the proinflammatory markers procalcitonin (PCT), C-reactive protein (CRP), or interleukin 6 (IL-6) are associated with mortality in neonates with congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH)..
Read MoreAbstract Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) relies on effective blood drainage, and cannula design plays a crucial role in optimizing blood oxygenation. Recirculation, where oxygenated blood returns to the..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a fundamental treatment for cardiovascular and severe pulmonary diseases, with small animal models providing critical insights into organ protection during cardiopulmonary bypass and ECMO..
Read MoreAbstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a mechanical circulatory and respiratory support system that facilitates gas exchange and hemodynamic stabilization through an external circuit. ECMO has been increasingly utilized for..
Read MoreAbstract Objectives: We examined data from the International Registry of the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization to identify risk factors for mortality in pregnant and peripartum patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation...
Read MoreAbstract Lower limb malperfusion for type A acute aortic dissection (ATAAD) is a challenging complication, particularly when it occurs suddenly during the operation. We report a 76‐year‐old female with ATAAD..
Read MoreAbstract Background Postoperative respiratory failure following cardiac surgery (CS-PRF) remains a critical complication with substantial morbidity and mortality. Current risk prediction models are limited by static assessments and suboptimal accuracy...
Read MoreAbstract Introduction Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR) is a rescue therapy for refractory cardiac arrest, with evidence suggesting improved outcomes when performed at experienced centres. Unlike conventional CPR (cCPR), eCPR patients..
Read MoreAbstract Cardiac surgery is a commonly performed procedure worldwide, with an estimated 1–1.5 million cases per year and figures destined to increase in the next few years []. A significant..
Read MoreAbstract Implantations of (VADs) have significantly improved and life expectancy of end-stage heart failure patients. However, despite the advancements in the VAD designs and patient management protocols, the VAD recipients remain at..
Read MoreAbstract Cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI) is a common complication following cardiac surgery. Despite growing awareness of sexual dimorphism in cardiovascular and chronic kidney disease, little is known about..
Read MoreAbstract Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) serves as a critical mechanical circulatory support modality, sustaining systemic circulation in cases of severe cardiac failure or cardiac arrest. While VA-ECMO improves hemodynamics,..
Read MoreAbstract Background The safety and efficacy of prophylactic corticosteroid administration during the perioperative period of cardiac surgery have undergone extensive and comprehensive examination. In this study, we conducted a bibliometric..
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