Abstract Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is essential for the conduct of open-heart procedures. While lifesaving, CPB can be associated with significant end-organ injuries believed to result from inflammatory responses triggered by..
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Abstract The present study aimed to assess the changes in the immunological parameters of patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). The serum or plasma samples of patients were..
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Abstract Recently, side effects of plasma expanders like hydroxyethyl starch and gelatine gained considerable attention. Most studies have focused on the kidneys; lungs remain unconsidered. Isolated mouse lungs were perfused..
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Abstract The role of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in the management of critically ill COVID-19 patients remains unclear. Our study aims to analyze the outcomes and risk factors from patients..
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This retrospective pilot study was undertaken to evaluate the effect of hemadsorption (HA) with CytoSorb (CytoSorbents Corporation, Monmouth Junction, NJ) on changes in inflammatory markers in patients undergoing aortic surgery...
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