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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Simulation educators are often requested to provide multidisciplinary and/or interprofessional simulation training in response to critical incidents. Current perspectives on patient safety focus on learning from failure, success and..

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Abstract Background Clinical blood resources are scarce and autologous blood transfusion for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) withdrawal is less studied. Objectives To assess the use of staged  during  decannulation. Methods The study..

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Abstract Type 1 cardiorenal syndrome is associated with significant excess morbidity and mortality in patients with severe acute decompensated heart failure. Previous trials of vasoactive drugs and ultrafiltration have not..

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Abstract The architecture of the kidney vasculature is essential for its function. Although structural profiling of the intact rodent kidney vasculature has been performed, it is challenging to map vascular..

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Abstract Mechanical circulatory support with implantable durable continuous-flow left ventricular assist devices (CF-LVADs) represents an established surgical treatment option for patients with advanced heart failure refractory to guideline-directed medical therapy...

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Abstract Background PPHN is a common cause of neonatal respiratory failure and is still a serious condition and associated with high mortality. Objectives To compare the demographic variables, clinical characteristics,..

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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a technology that can temporarily take over the functions of the heart and lungs. Acute kidney injury is a common issue in patients receiving..

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Abstract Background.  The pulmonary assist system (PAS) is a wearable respiratory support system that is currently under development for patients with chronic lung disease as a bridge to lung transplantation..

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Abstract Since its approval by the Food and Drug Administration in 2011, transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) has rapidly evolved to become the preferred ultimate intervention for high- and intermediate-risk..

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Abstract Background We sought to characterize the association between venovenous  (VV-ECMO) bridging duration and outcomes in patients listed for . Methods A retrospective observational study was conducted using the Organ Procurement and..

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Abstract Purpose of Review To present an abridged overview of the literature and pathophysiological background of adjunct interventional left ventricular unloading strategies during veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO). From..

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Abstract Objective To evaluate the impact of inflammation on  monitoring for patients supported with  (ECMO). Design Prospective single-center . Setting University-affiliated tertiary care academic medical center. Participants Adult venovenous and venoarterial ECMO patients..

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Abstract Aims Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a life-saving procedure for supporting patients with cardiogenic shock after cardiac surgery. This work aimed to analyse the impact of changes in..

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Abstract Purpose of review  Although lung transplantation stands as the gold standard curative therapy option for end-stage lung disease, the scarcity of available organs poses a significant challenge in meeting..

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Abstract Background In this study, we aimed to evaluate the duration of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and its effect on outcomes. Also, we sought to identify hospital mortality predictors and..

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Abstract Introduction Transport on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a risky and complex procedure. Although most published data support the feasibility of interhospital transport on ECMO, data concerning intra-facility transportation..

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Abstract Background Current clinical imaging modalities such as CT and MRI provide resolution adequate to diagnose cardiovascular diseases but cannot depict detailed structural features in the heart across length scales...

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Abstract In this review, we aimed to comprehensively summarize current literature on pathophysiology, relevance, diagnosis and treatment of fluid accumulation in patients with sepsis/septic shock. Fluid accumulation syndrome (FAS) is..

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Abstract Objective:  To characterize surface-bound proteins and to measure the thickness of fibrin fibers bound to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuits used in children. Design:  Single-center observational prospective study, April..

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Abstract Background Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) is a rapidly expanding life-support technique worldwide. The most common indications are severe hypoxemia and/or hypercapnia, unresponsive to conventional treatments, primarily in..

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Introduction: Picture this: You're standing at the bedside of a critically ill patient in the ICU, their life hanging by a thread as cardiogenic shock takes hold. The monitors are..

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Abstract Background: Cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CS-AKI) remains a vexing issue. Clinical trials for the prevention of CS-AKI have been disappointing despite enormous initial enthusiasm based on experimental data.  Summary: The..

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Abstract The efficacy and safety of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support during transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) remains unknown. We conducted a meta-analysis to compare benefit and risk of ECMO..

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Abstract Heart–lungs interactions are related to the interplay between the cardiovascular and the respiratory system. They result from the respiratory-induced changes in intrathoracic pressure, which are transmitted to the cardiac..

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Abstract Despite advances in therapy, the incidence of cardiogenic shock continues to increase, with significant mortality that has improved minimally over time. Treatment options for cardiogenic shock are complex and..

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Abstract Neurological complexities resulting from surgery requiring cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) remain a major concern, encompassing a spectrum of complications including thromboembolic stroke and various cognitive impairments. Surgical manipulation during CPB..

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Abstract Heart failure (HF) is a frequent and severe condition. It is estimated that one in four patients will die within a year following hospitalization for acute decompensation, with significant..

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Abstract Murray’s law has been viewed as a fundamental law of physiology. Relating blood flow (˙QQ˙) to vessel diameter (D) (˙QQ˙·∝·D3), it dictates minimum lumen area (MLA) targets for coronary..

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Abstract Background Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) has garnered significant attention for its potential benefits, including decreased surgical trauma, accelerated recovery, and improved aesthetic outcomes. This case series aims to..

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Abstract Low pulse pressure (PP) in venoarterial-extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a marker of cardiac dysfunction and has been associated with acute brain injury (ABI) as continuous-flow centrifugal pump may..