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New Right Ventricular Dysfunction in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome on Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract The development of new right ventricular (RV) dysfunction after cannulation to venovenous (VV) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and its association with worse outcomes is increasingly recognized in adult patients,..

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Mechanical circulatory support in cardiogenic shock: microaxial flow pumps for all and VA‑ECMO consigned to the museum?

Abstract Introduction Mortality rates in cardiogenic shock remain high, especially in patients with SCAI shock stages C to E [1].When hemodynamic status does not improve or worsens despite optimal fluid,..

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Echocardiogram by apical‑subcostal protocol in prone position during invasive mechanical ventilation in cardiovascular intensive care unit

Abstract Aims To evaluate the feasibility of a transthoracic echocardiogram using an apical‑subcostal protocol in invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) and prone position. Methods Prospective study of adults who required a..

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Kelli's Story: Mobile ECMO

Kelli Shaw, 34, believes in happy endings. On June 9, 2024, the Bedford, New Hampshire mother of three celebrated her 10-year wedding anniversary with a vow renewal ceremony. It is..

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Venovenous bypass in liver transplantation: Exploring thebenefits, efficacy, and safety

Abstract Venovenous bypass (VVB) is a technique used in liver transplantation (LT) to maintain hemodynamic stability and abdominal organ perfusion and thereby improve patient outcomes. Despite its perceived benefits, VVB..

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Bilateral Axillary Artery Perfusion in Total Arch Replacement

Abstract Background The site of arterial cannulation is an important consideration in the prevention of cerebral infarction after total arch replacement. We compared the outcomes of cannulation of the bilateral..

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Current concepts in the use of cell salvage in obstetrics

Abstract Purpose of review  The worldwide leading cause of maternal death is severe maternal hemorrhage. Maternal hemorrhage can be profound leading to an entire loss of blood volume. In the..

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Innovative blood transfusion strategies to address global blood deserts: a consensus statement from the Blood Delivery via Emerging Strategies for…

Abstract In rural settings worldwide, many people live in effective blood deserts without access to any blood transfusion. The traditional system of blood banking is logistically complex and expensive for..

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Hypothermic circulatory arrest at 20 ℃ does not deteriorate coagulopathy compared to 28 ℃ in a pig model

Abstract It is believed that a lower temperature setting of hypothermic circulatory arrest (HCA) in thoracic aortic surgery causes coagulopathy, resulting in excessive bleeding. However, experimental studies that eliminate clinical..

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Effects of Pulsatile and Non-Pulsatile Cardiopulmonary Bypass Techniques in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Surgeries on Cerebral Perfusion

Abstract Objective:   We aimed to evaluate the effects of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) machines used in coronary artery bypass grafting surgeries on cerebral perfusion by performing cerebral oximetry monitoring [near-infrared..

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Contributing factors to heparin resistance during cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Since the risk factors for heparin resistance (HR) before cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) have not been fully clarified, this study investigated the contributing factors for HR after the initial unfractionated..

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Safety of intranasal insulin administration in patients undergoing cardiovascular surgery: An open-label, nonrandomized, dose-escalation study

Abstract Objective This study aimed to determine the maximum safe dose of intranasal insulin administration during cardiac surgery. Methods This open-label, Phase 1, single-center, dose-escalation clinical trial recruited patients scheduled..

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Platelet Transfusion in Cardiac Surgery: An Entropy-Balanced, Weighted, Multicenter Analysis

Abstract BACKGROUND: Platelet transfusion is common in cardiac surgery, but some studies have suggested an association with harm. Accordingly, we investigated the association of perioperative platelet transfusion with morbidity and..

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Preoperative endothelial dysfunction for the prediction of acute kidney injury after cardiac surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass: a pilot study based…

Abstract Background Up to 42% of patients develop acute kidney injury (AKI) after cardiac surgery. The aim of this study was to describe the relationship between preoperative microcirculatory function and..

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Optimal timing of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination prior to cardiovascular surgery under cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Background: mRNA vaccines against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) became common. We investigated the optimal timing for inoculation against SARS-COV-2 in the candidates for cardiac surgery under..

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Difference Between Cardiopulmonary Bypass Time and Aortic Cross-Clamping Time as a Predictor of Complications After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting

Abstract Introduction Along with cardiopulmonary bypass time, aortic cross-clamping time is directly related to the risk of complications after heart surgery. The influence of the time difference between cardiopulmonary bypass..

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Reduce intraoperative albumin utilisation in cardiac surgical patients: a quality improvement initiative

Abstract Background Albumin continues to be used routinely by cardiac anaesthesiologists perioperatively despite lack of evidence for improved outcomes. The Multicenter Perioperative Outcomes Group (MPOG) data ranked our institution as one..

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Association Between Past and Present Operative Mortality in Congenital Heart Surgery: An Analysis of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Congenital…

Abstract Background Mortality after congenital heart surgery is an important metric across benchmarking, quality, and reporting initiatives. All rely on estimates from prior years, and how well these reflect current..

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The 7 Pillars of Starting an Endoscopic Cardiac Surgery Program

Abstract A group of enthusiastic surgeons and engineers working together in Stanford introduced the idea of “port access” cardiac surgery in humans in 1995. Despite the initial enthusiasm from many surgical..

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Continuous Right Ventricular Pressure Monitoring in Cardiac Surgery

Abstract Objective Right ventricular (RV) dysfunction in cardiac surgery can lead to RV failure, which is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Abnormal RV function can be identified using RV..

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Levels of Circulating Ketone Bodies in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery on Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Abstract Ketone bodies (KBs) are energy-efficient substrates utilized by the heart depending on its metabolic demand and substrate availability. Levels of circulating KBs have been shown to be elevated in..

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Characterizing the Racial Discrepancy in Hypoxemia Detection in Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: An Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Registry Analysis

Abstract Purpose Skin pigmentation influences peripheral oxygen saturation (SpO2) compared to arterial saturation of oxygen (SaO2). Occult hypoxemia (SaO2 ≤ 88% with SpO2 ≥ 92%) is associated with increased in-hospital..

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Video plethysmography for contactless blood pressure and heart rate measurement in perioperative care

Abstract The purpose of this study was to evaluate the feasibility and accuracy of remote Video Plethysmography (VPPG) for contactless measurements of blood pressure (BP) and heart rate (HR) in..

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Characteristics and Outcomes of Prolonged Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation After Cardiac Surgery: The Post-Cardiotomy Extracorporeal Life Support (PELS-1) Cohort Study

Abstract Objectives:  Most post-cardiotomy (PC) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) runs last less than 7 days. Studies on the outcomes of longer runs have provided conflicting results. This study investigates patient..

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Risk Factors of Mortality and Long-Term Survival in Burn Patients With/Without Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A 16 Year Real-World Study

Abstract Burn patients face cardiopulmonary failure risks, with recent observational studies suggesting promising outcomes for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). However, the effectiveness and long-term survival remain unclear. Our study aims..

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Introducing a free-breathing MRI method to assess peri-operative myocardial oxygenation and function

Abstract BACKGROUND  Induction of general anaesthesia has many potential triggers for peri-operative myocardial ischaemia including the acute disturbance of blood gases that frequently follows alterations in breathing and ventilation patterns...

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Agreement between cardiac output estimation with a wireless, wearable pulse decomposition analysis device and continuous thermodilution in post cardiac surgery…

Abstract Purpose Pulse Decomposition Analysis (PDA) uses integration of the systolic area of a distally transmitted aortic pulse as well as arterial stiffness estimates to compute cardiac output. We sought..

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Examining online international health professions education: a mixed methods review of barriers, facilitators, and early outcomes

Abstract Background: Access to quality healthcare education across the world is disproportionate. This study explores the potential for Cardiovascular Perfusion education to be delivered online to reach international students.  Methods:..

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The efficacy of minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting (mics cabg) for patients with coronary artery diseases and diabetes: a…

Abstract Background Conventional coronary artery bypass grafting (CCABG) tends to cause severe complications in patients with comorbid Coronary Artery Diseases (CAD) and diabetes. On the other hand, the Minimally Invasive..

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Valvular heart disease: from mechanisms to management

Abstract Valvular heart disease is common and its prevalence is rapidly increasing worldwide. Effective medical therapies are insufficient and treatment was historically limited to the surgical techniques of valve repair..

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