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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), an extracorporeal method necessary for the surgical correction of complex congenital heart defects, incites significant inflammation that affects vascular function. These changes are associated with alterations..

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Abstract Introduction: Since its origin in the 1920s, electroencephalography (EEG) has become a viable option for anesthesia and perfusion teams to monitor anesthetic delivery, optimizing drug dosage and enhancing patient safety...

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Abstract When native blood flow through the aorta from the adult heart and lungs meets retrograde blood flow from an artificial heart and lung during venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO),..

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Abstract Objectives Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR) is a promising treatment that could improve survival for refractory out-of-hospital (OHCA) patients. Healthcare systems may choose to start eCPR in the prehospital setting..

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Abstract With advancements in  (ECLS) technologies, venoarterial  (VA-ECMO) has emerged as a crucial cardiopulmonary support mechanism. This review explores the significance of VA-ECMO system configuration,  strategies, and timing of initiation. Through an analysis..

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Abstract A patient with a percutaneously inserted cardiopulmonary bypass cannula into the right internal jugular vein, connected to an extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuit using tape, was referred for transport..

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Abstract Introduction Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a vital intervention for acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), yet its efficacy with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) remains unknown. This study compared the..

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Abstract The optimum number of units of blood and the associated number of blood donors required to meet a given population's needs remain undetermined globally. Typically, a whole blood donation..

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Abstract Cardiovascular studies, including nursing research, frequently integrate biomarkers for diagnostic, prognostic, monitoring, and therapeutic insights. However, effective utilization of biomarker data demands careful consideration. In the study design phase,..

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Abstract Introduction Despite technological advances, the use of homologous blood to prime the cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) circuits of infants under 10 kg remains common. However, such rapid massive transfusion may increase..

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Abstract Background Veno-venous extra-corporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is a form of mechanical respiratory support for critically ill patients with severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Using a large intravenous line in..

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Abstract CONTEXT:  Conventional MRI is incompatible with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) cannulas and pumps. Ultra-low-field portable MRI (ULF-pMRI) with 0.064 Tesla may provide a solution, but its safety and compatibility..

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Abstract In recent decades, the use of veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) has increased. In acute cardiogenic shock, VA-ECMO implantation can serve as a bridging solution to facilitate recovery, provide..

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Abstract Background The intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) technique plays a crucial role in providing circulatory support for patients experiencing hemodynamic instability. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness and safety..

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Abstract Cardiogenic shock is a critical condition that affects up to 10% of patients hospitalized with acute myocardial infarction (AMI), representing the primary cause of death in this group [, ]...

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Abstract Background Analyses of extensive registries indicate adverse outcomes for women undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery, while randomized studies often lack representativeness. Objective To compare adjusted hospital outcomes..

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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a lifesaving treatment for critically ill patients in cardiac or respiratory failure refractory to conventional treatment. Patients on an ECMO circuit (pump, oxygenator, tubing)..

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Abstract Background: Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) provides temporary cardiopulmonary support in the setting of refractory cardiogenic shock. Mechanical ventilation and sedation often accompanies VA-ECMO support and carry the increased risk..

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Abstract Mechanical ventilation (MV) strategies in children on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) have not been studied much and the ventilatory parameters to avoid greater lung damage are still unclear. Our..

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Abstract The gut microbiome of infants with congenital heart disease (CHD) undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass surgery (CPB) is at risk of profound alteration. The aim of this study was to examine..

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Abstract Transthoracic echocardiography is an essential tool for the management of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). Its ease of access makes it ideally suited for routine daily bedside assessments, which..

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Abstract Terminal heart failure presents challenges, requiring cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support. Limited donor organ availability has made mechanical support crucial. Advances in centrifugal-flow systems, compared to axial-flow, have..

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Abstract Anomalous left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery (ALCAPA) is an uncommon life-threatening congenital heart defect that occurs mostly as an isolated lesion. It is very rarely associated with..

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Abstract OBJECTIVES Surgical repair of complex congenital heart defects with hypoplasia or atresia of the right ventricular outflow tract (RVOT) may require pulmonary valve implantation or replacement during the primary..

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Abstract Background There is significant variability in postoperative neurological injury rates in patients with , with early injuries impacting long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes; therefore, there is an urgent need for identifying effective..

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Abstract OBJECTIVES:  Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is often withheld in patients with significant neurologic injury or recent neurosurgical intervention due to perceived futility. Studies of neurosurgical interventions before or during..

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Abstract There is insufficient data on the outcomes of donation after circulatory death (DCD) multiorgan transplant that includes heart. The primary objective of this study is to compare the overall..

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Abstract We describe a 15 year old patient with failing second-stage single-ventricle palliation and left pulmonary artery thrombosis successfully supported with HeartMate 3 ventricular assist device and a Fontan completion..

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Abstract OBJECTIVES:  The objectives of our systematic review and meta-analyses were to determine the diagnostic accuracy of central venous oxygen saturation (Scvo2) in estimating mixed venous oxygen saturation (Svo2) and..

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Abstract John McCarthy first used the term artificial intelligence (AI) in a conference at Dartmouth College in 1956. He discussed “the science and engineering of making intelligent machines.” This paved..