Abstract A clear and systematic terminological framework is essential for exactly describing a patient’s hemodynamic state. After assessing absolute values of hemodynamic variables and considering the specific clinical context, the..
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Abstract Background Protected cardiac surgery is a proactive strategy that applies temporary mechanical circulatory support to prevent perioperative low cardiac output syndrome in high-risk cardiac surgery. Rather than escalating vasoactive..
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Abstract Background Bleeding and thrombosis are major complications of micro-axial flow pump (mAFP) support in cardiogenic shock (CS), yet contemporary data on their incidence, temporal trends, and prognostic impact remain..
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Abstract Anticoagulants are widely used to prevent and treat thrombotic disorders, and continuous advances have refined their efficacy and safety. Beyond their established anticoagulant function, growing evidence indicates that some..
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Abstract Intractable bleeding during cardiac surgery is a rare but life-threatening complication. We describe a novel management approach in which the patient was supported with venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation until..
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Dr. Ara Balkian, Strategic Advisor to Integration Health, will lead an in-depth discussion on the financial and clinical significance of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO). Drawing on his deep..
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Conceptual Framework: Bilateral Pneumonectomy + Lung Transplant with Dynamic ECMO Support (DREAM-style strategy) 1. Clinical Context & Rationale This scenario typically applies to: * End-stage bilateral lung malignancy confined..
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Monday, November 30, 2026 – Thursday, December 3, 2026 Disney's Yacht Club Resort 1700 Epcot Resorts Boulevard Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830, United States Program Overview For over 45 years,..
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Es el momento de transformar tu práctica profesional mediante una experiencia de aprendizaje inmersivo basada en la metodología del Hospital Pitié-Salpêtrière. Fechas • 28 y 29 de octubre: Experiencia teórica..
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Description Audience: Proficient in 2D echo Basic understanding of Doppler Those seeking higher qualifications (e.g., EDEC, BSE level 2, etc..) Physiologists seeking an understanding of critical care echo. Outline:..
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The “Full Program” is designed to prepare the learner for the ELSO Adult ECMO Certification Exam. Following completion of the course, it is the learner’s responsibility to ensure they have..
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Innovative Monitoring in ICU and ECMO. Speakers will discuss the technical aspects of creating monitoring systems and algorithms for to identify patients that might need ECMO and to monitor progress..
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Abstract Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most frequent congenital malformation at birth and is associated with neurodevelopmental impairments. Alterations in cardiovascular physiology can lead to reduced cerebral blood perfusion..
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Abstract Differential oxygenation may complicate extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) either due to the initial pathology or subsequent lung injury. The dual circulation phenomenon inherent to peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation..
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Abstract Background Monitoring of unfractionated heparin (UFH) in critically ill patients is challenging due to disease-related alterations of the coagulation system, directly affecting conventional laboratory tests, including activated partial thromboplastin..
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Abstract Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) remain the leading cause of mortality worldwide, with chronic kidney disease (CKD) constituting a significant risk factor. Despite the crucial role of amino acids as fundamental..
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Abstract Introduction Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) supports oxygenation and carbon dioxide (CO2) clearance in the short- or mid-term, and is traditionally utilized in severe, refractory respiratory failure. There is..
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Abstract Background Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a critical rescue therapy complicated by high rates of nosocomial infections (NIs). While Western data abound, evidence from the Middle East remains limited...
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Abstract Antegrade cerebral perfusion (ACP) and hypothermia are widely used neuroprotective strategies during neonatal aortic arch repairs. Still, over 50% of neonates exhibit new or worsened white matter injury in..
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Abstract Acute postoperative bioprosthetic valve thrombosis is a rare complication with challenging treatment. We present two consecutive cases of patients with myocardial infarction and papillary muscle rupture requiring urgent surgical..
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Abstract Introduction Brain infarction (BI) is a severe complication of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) with high morbidity and mortality. We aimed to determine the incidence of BI and identify predictors..
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Abstract Dear Editor, We read with great interest the article by Tanaka et al. reporting their institutional experience with mechanical circulatory support (MCS) in patients undergoing surgical repair of acute..
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Abstract BACKGROUND: Mortality prognostication in adult patients requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is not accurate or established. We hypothesized that composite lactate-based metrics and machine-learning models would improve in-hospital mortality..
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Abstract Background In order to ensure both surgical safety and reliability, operative management of patients undergoing cardiac surgery requires stringent standards and awareness from cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists and perfusionists. Among..
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Abstract Introduction: In cardiogenic shock (CS), persistent microcirculatory impairment despite improved macrocirculatory parameters is associated with poor outcomes. Therapeutic strategies must therefore address both macro- and micro-circulation. Conventional microcirculatory measures..
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Abstract Pan and colleagues report the findings of a large, blinded, placebo-controlled single-center randomized clinical trial of sivelestat for the prevention of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) among patients undergoing..
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Abstract Rhabdomyolysis is a pathological process that results from the breakdown of skeletal muscle fibers, leading to the release of intracellular contents such as myoglobin, creatine kinase, potassium, and phosphate..
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Abstract Obesity poses technical challenges during veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) cannulation because of thick subcutaneous tissue and increased insertion resistance. While patient-related factors are well recognized, the impact of..
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Abstract Introduction Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a well-known serious complication of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) surgery and one of the significant risk factors for mortality, prolonged hospital stay, and additional..
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