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Multivariable Modeling of Postoperative Risk in Infant Cardiac Surgery: Integrating Clinical Variables and 20 Inflammatory Biomarkers

Abstract Introduction Cardiac surgery in infants often triggers a severe inflammatory response. The role of biomarkers in predicting clinical outcomes in this group of patients has been debated in the..

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Population Pharmacokinetics of Tranexamic Acid in Chinese Population Undergoing Cardiac Surgery with Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Abstract Background: Population pharmacokinetics (PK) models could provide specific references for the formulation of personal drug delivery protocols, however, there is no population PK study of tranexamic acid (TXA) have been..

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A Temperature-Adjusted Algorithm for Predicting Critical Indexed Oxygen Delivery (DO₂i) During Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Abstract Introduction: Indexed oxygen delivery (DO₂i) is a critical parameter in cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) management. Traditional goal-directed perfusion (GDP) protocols use fixed DO₂i thresholds, typically derived from normothermic conditions. However,..

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Blood pressure management during cardiac surgery: a survey of Canadian cardiac anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and cardiac surgeons

Abstract Purpose Clinicians presume a relationship between the management of blood pressure during cardiac surgery and postoperative morbidity and mortality. With limited evidence to inform practice, we surveyed Canadian cardiac..

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A randomized controlled trial on the impact of anesthetic agents on renal function in cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a frequent and severe problem following heart surgery, particularly in procedures involving cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). This research investigates the Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) on..

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Hemodynamic control during cardiopulmonary bypass and the incidence of postoperative delirium– a post hoc analysis

Abstract Background Delirium is a common neurological complication after cardiac surgery. The purpose of the present study was to analyze the association between hemodynamic fluctuations during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and..

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Assessment of arterial whole blood redox potential during cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Introduction Imbalance in the redox equilibrium is common in any type of aggression. Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) initiation induces metabolic perturbations, and reliable biological monitoring tools for this condition are..

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Leveraging large language models for preoperative prevention of cardiopulmonary bypass-associated acute kidney injury

Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) usually occurs after cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and threatens life without timely intervention. Early assessment and prevention are critical for saving AKI patients. However, numerical..

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Clinical assessment of cannula performance during adult minimally invasive valve surgery using predictive mathematical models

Abstract OBJECTIVES Peripheral cannula selection in minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) is crucial, as venous drainage limitations during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) can impair end-organ perfusion and overall outcomes. This study..

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Risk assessment of temporary pacing for cardiac arrest after cardiopulmonary bypass-assisted cardiovascular surgery: A case-control study

Abstract Objective Cardiac arrest happens in 0.7%-5.2% patients after cardiovascular surgery, and cases with asystole or severe bradycardia need timely temporary pacing. However, routine temporary pacing wire insertion in cardiopulmonary..

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Prophylactic corticosteroids in neonatal cardiac surgeries using cardiopulmonary bypass: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Purpose Neonates undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) are at a high risk of a systemic inflammatory response leading to cardiac, respiratory, and renal dysfunction due to their small body size..

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Investigation of Inflammatory Reduction During Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Using a Novel Cytokine Adsorption Column: A Rat Model Study

Abstract Background: Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are widely used. Previous methods to reduce inflammation have shown inconsistent results. We developed a cytokine adsorption column using polymethyl methacrylate..

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Association between venous to arterial carbon dioxide tension gap and clinical outcome in cardiac surgery patients: A systematic review and…

Abstract Background Cardiac surgery is associated with increased risk of major adverse outcomes. Venous to arterial carbon dioxide tension gap (Pv-aCO2 gap) showed significant prognostic value of non-cardiac surgery, while their..

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Does the venous cannulation method affect gaseous embolic load to the patient during extracorporeal circulation?

Abstract Introduction Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is essential for cardiac surgery but poses risks, including gaseous micro emboli (GME). While the incidence of stroke—a common clinical consequence of embolism—ranges from 1-5%..

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A rule-based clinical decision support system for detection of acute kidney injury after pediatric cardiac surgery

Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is common in children with congenital heart disease following open-heart surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Early AKI detection in critically ill children requires clinician..

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Microplastic in perfusion: the hidden risk and how to address it

Abstract The paper published in this issue of the ICVTS by Green and colleagues [] from the University of Hull in the UK addresses an often underestimated yet increasingly recognized issue in..

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Association between venous to arterial carbon dioxide tension gap and clinical outcome in cardiac surgery patients: A systematic review and…

Abstract Background Cardiac surgery is associated with increased risk of major adverse outcomes. Venous to arterial carbon dioxide tension gap (Pv-aCO2 gap) showed significant prognostic value of non-cardiac surgery, while their..

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Comparison of outcomes between axillary and femoral artery cannulation for type A aortic dissection surgery

Abstract Objective To compare the application and outcomes of femoral versus axillary arterial cannulation in adult patients undergoing surgery for type A aortic dissection. Methods We conducted a retrospective review..

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Postoperative hemoglobin changes following ultrafiltration in cardiac patients

Abstract Introduction This retrospective study investigated the relationship between differing thresholds of Conventional Ultrafiltration (CUF) and postoperative hemoglobin (HGB) in cardiac surgery cases involving cardiopulmonary bypass. Methods The study utilized..

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Evaluation of Integrated Arterial Filter Oxygenator vs. External Arterial Filters on Clinical Outcomes and Neurocognitive Function in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery:…

Abstract Background and Aims Innovative advancements in cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) configurations, such as surface coating, blood filtration, and miniaturization, aim to reduce gaseous microemboli (GME) that contribute to embolic organ..

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Clinical assessment of cannula performance during adult minimally invasive valve surgery using predictive mathematical models

Abstract OBJECTIVES Peripheral cannula selection in minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) is crucial, as venous drainage limitations during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) can impair end-organ perfusion and overall outcomes. This study..

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Vasoplegic syndrome in cardiac surgery: bridging therapeutic gaps with best practices and future research

Abstract Vasoplegic syndrome (VS) is a common and potentially life-threatening complication of cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). It presents a significant haemodynamic challenge that is often difficult to manage..

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Procalcitonin as a biomarker for postoperative pneumonia: a study on dynamics following cardiopulmonary bypass in adults

Abstract Objective Postoperative pneumonia (POP) frequently complicates cardiac surgery that involves cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). This study aimed to assess the diagnostic utility of procalcitonin (PCT) for identifying pneumonia after CPB-assisted..

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Microplastic in perfusion: the hidden risk and how to address it

Abstract The paper published in this issue of the ICVTS by Green and colleagues [] from the University of Hull in the UK addresses an often underestimated yet increasingly recognized issue in..

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A novel blood volume monitoring approach in a venous reservoir using a laser displacement sensor for blood surface distance measurement

Abstract A venous reservoir (VR) is crucial for safe blood volume regulation during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) procedures. Currently, blood volume measurement in VRs relies heavily on visual inspection, which limits..

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Intraoperative Assessment of Cerebral Autoregulation With Cerebral Oximetry Index in Neonates Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Pilot Study

Abstract Abstract Objective To investigate cerebral autoregulation impairment during neonatal cardiac surgery. Design A retrospective observational study. Setting Single-center, university teaching children’s hospital. Participants Neonates undergoing surgery for critical congenital..

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Intranasal insulin enhances postoperative sleep quality and delirium in middle-aged cardiac surgery patients: A randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background Postoperative delirium (POD) remains a significant complication following cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) surgery, particularly in middle-aged patients who constitute the majority of this surgical population. While intranasal insulin (INI)..

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Alteration in Indole Metabolites After Cardiopulmonary Bypass Surgery in Neonates and Infants

Abstract IMPORTANCE:  Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) surgery is associated with changes in the intestinal microbiome. Metabolism of tryptophan into the indole pathway is entirely facilitated by the intestinal microbiome, and indole..

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A Machine Learning-Based Clustering Analysis to Explore Bisphenol A and Phthalate Exposure from Medical Devices in Infants with Congenital Heart…

Abstract Background: Plastic-containing medical devices are commonly used in critical care units and other patient care settings. Patients are often exposed to xenobiotic agents that are leached out from plastic-containing..

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Impact of gender differences on optimal oxygen delivery thresholds to prevent acute kidney injury in cardiac surgeries with cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Background The nadir oxygen delivery index (DO2i) during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is reportedly associated with acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. However, there are few reports..

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