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Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objective:   To identify risk factors for bleeding and thrombotic complications during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support in adults and to develop a predictive model based on these factors...

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Thrombocytopenia is a recognized risk factor for bleeding during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). This study determines the incidence, risk factors, and clinical relevance of thrombocytopenia and platelet transfusions..

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Abstract Background Autologous blood donation (ABD) can be indicated in pregnant individuals with rare blood groups. Yet, unlike hospitals, some blood establishments are reluctant to collect ABDs in this population...

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Abstract The Working Group on Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Extracorporeal Life Support of China National Center for Cardiovascular Quality Improvement presents evidence-based guidelines on patient blood management for adult cardiac surgery..

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Abstract Background Veno‑venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV‑ECMO) is associated with a high transfusion burden. While trials have concluded that red blood cell (RBC) storage does not impact patient morbidity and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract For patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), clot formation is a critical complication requiring high-risk circuit changes. Blood tests used to assess clotting risk may be drawn only four..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Objectives Evaluating blood transfusion practices and their impact on morbidity and mortality across extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) configurations. Background As ECMO becomes increasingly utilised in critical care, the ideal..

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Abstract Background:   The use of cell salvage reduces homologous blood transfusions during operations and avoids associated complications. Therefore, autotransfusion is an integral part of Patient Blood Management (PBM). The..

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Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) provides mechanical circulatory and respiratory support. However, thrombus formation in the circuit can lead to hemorrhagic complications, requiring improvements in ECMO anti-thrombogenicity. Few studies..

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Abstract Objectives To assess concordance between Hemochron Response (ACTr) and the three-activator device Hemochron Signature Elite (ACTe) in adult cardiac surgery patients. To evaluate the correlation between ACTe and anti-Xa..

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Abstract Rotary Blood Pump (RBP) is a commonly used ventricular assist device. However, the constant speed operation of the blood pump leads to a reduction of blood flow pulsatility, which..

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Abstract Bleeding complications are frequently observed in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and are associated with increased mortality. Due to the complex mechanisms, managing bleeding during ECMO remains a challenge...

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Abstract Introduction This study aims to describe laboratory and clinical factors associated with thrombotic events during prolonged pediatric extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Methods A secondary analysis of a multi-center prospective study..

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Abstract Background/Objectives: Allogeneic transfusion is a commonly used method to replace blood and blood elements lost during cardiac surgery, but it also has quite undesirable effects. The use of Cell Saver..

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Abstract Cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) may lead to many postoperative complications. However, many complications cannot be predicted in time using the current clinical methods, or the prediction is..

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Abstract Importance  Acute kidney injury (AKI) after cardiac surgery is a common and serious complication. Protein loading appears nephroprotective; thus, continuous hyperoncotic albumin infusion may impact AKI following high-risk cardiac surgery...

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Abstract Purpose The purpose of this systematic review was to identify the efficacy of cell salvage in adult and pediatric spinal surgery. Methods A comprehensive systematic review of four biomedical..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Patients undergoing cardiac surgery often receive red-cell transfusions, along with the associated risks and costs. Early intraoperative normovolemic hemodilution (i.e., acute normovolemic hemodilution [ANH]) is a blood-conservation technique..

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Abstract Bleeding and transfusion during cardiac surgery are major sources of complications. Surgery and cardiopulmonary bypass can induce coagulopathy, including platelet dysfunction. Desmopressin has been shown to reduce bleeding and..

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Abstract Introduction Patient blood management (PBM), an evidence-based, patient-centred approach for optimising blood health, faces significant implementation challenges despite regulatory support, and this study explores its adoption within a Portuguese hospital..

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Abstract Introduction:  Blood transfusion is associated with adverse clinical and surgical outcomes. Strategies like the Patient Blood Management program, which includes blood cell salvage, contribute to reducing the use of..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Background Veno‑venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV‑ECMO) is associated with a high transfusion burden. While trials have concluded that red blood cell (RBC) storage does not impact patient morbidity and..

Perfusfind S.L.

Abstract Purpose: The Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS) poses a significant obstetric challenge, often leading to life-threatening hemorrhage during delivery. Intraoperative Cell Salvage (IOCS) is a promising but insufficiently studied blood conservation..

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Abstract Background Evidence for the effectiveness of the Sonoclot analyzer in improving clinical outcomes in disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is lacking. Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of an algorithm based..

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Abstract Aortic surgeries are associated with intraoperative blood loss, often requiring allogeneic blood transfusion. Therefore, blood must be viewed as a scarce resource that carries risks and benefits. Many preoperative..

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Abstract An Introduction to ECMO Troubleshooting Like other ECMO nurses, I will never forget the first time I had to troubleshoot an  circuit. My patient had returned to the intensive care..

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Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is increasingly used in patients after cardiac surgery; however, anticoagulation management has consistently been challenging. This study aimed to explore the feasibility of a..

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Abstract Background: Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (eCPR) is a method for initiation of cardiopulmonary bypass during resuscitation of a patient with refractory cardiac arrest to support end-organ perfusion. This retrospective study evaluates..

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Abstract Background Postoperative hypothermia seems to be a common problem in surgical patients but is easily ignored. This study aimed to identify risk factors for postoperative hypothermia in non-cardiac surgery..

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Abstract Introduction During surgery, blood is recovered from the surgical field and the autotransfusion device separates and washes the red blood cells (RBC’s) after which these can be retransfused to..