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Global Academy of Cardiac Surgery - Ross procedure

We at  had a wonderful presentation by Gabriella Ricciardi and a great discussion around ross procedure with Maral Ouzounian, Amine Mazine and T. Sloane Guy.        

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CABG with off pump technique and vessels anastomoses

Patient with low LVEF and CTO in LAD and RCA undergone CABG with off pump technique and vessels anastomoses with just usage of non-shunt technique due to being CTO.  ..

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Knowledge gaps and research priorities in adult veno‑arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: a scoping review

Abstract Purpose: This scoping review aims to identify and describe knowledge gaps and research priorities in veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). Methods: An expert panel was recruited consisting of eight..

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Positive results presented from the Australian & New Zealand heart preservation study

Abstract Earlier this month, Professor David Kaye of The Alfred in Melbourne, Australia, presented late breaking science at the American Heart Association (AHA) 2022 meeting in Chicago from an ongoing..

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Tissue adhesive hemostatic microneedle arrays for rapid hemorrhage treatment

Abstract Blood loss by hemorrhaging wounds accounts for over one-third of ∼5 million trauma fatalities worldwide every year. If not controlled in a timely manner, exsanguination can take lives within..

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Acute Kidney Injury With a Miniaturized Extracorporeal Circuit for Neonatal Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Abstract Objectives The objectives of this study were to evaluate the incidence and to identify risk factors for acute kidney injury (AKI) in neonates undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) with a..

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Webinar on Organ Perfusion - Review

The European Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion is proud to announce the next edition of their Webinar Series on the 11th January 2023 at 20h00 CET. You can register in advance..

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Time course, factors related to, and prognostic impact of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane flow in cardiogenic shock

Abstract Aims Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is currently one of the most used devices in refractory cardiogenic shock. However, there is a lack of evidence on how to set..

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Dutch trial set out to save more lives using Getinge’s Cardiohelp in prehospital care

Abstract A nationwide trial has kicked off in the Netherlands as four Mobile Medical Teams join forces to offer extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) as rescue therapy for refractory out-of-hospital cardiac arrest...

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Use of CytoSorb for the treatment of Dengue shock syndrome with encephalopathy and acute renal failure

This case reports on a 37-year-old male patient who was referred from a peripheral hospital with the diagnosis of Dengue fever and multiple organ failure. [pdf-embedder url="https://perfusfind.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/CoW_39_2022_E_web_compressed.pdf"]  

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Mitral Stenosis and LA clot and huge pulmonary artery

Patient with severe Mitral Stenosis and LA clot and huge pulmonary artery due to pulmonary HTN undergone MVR and LAA closure and Size reduction and RAA down sizing.   Dr.Sam..

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MVR and annulus reconstruction with autologous pericardial patch for bacterial endocarditis

Patient with dialysis and severe bacterial endocarditis of mitral valve with annulus involvement undergone MVR and annulus reconstruction with autologous pericardial patch and good post operative course.   Dr.Sam Zeraatian..

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Effect of Portable, In-Hospital Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation on Clinical Outcomes

Abstract The time between onset of cardiogenic shock and initiation of mechanical circulatory support is inversely related to patient survival as delays in transporting patients to the operating room (OR)..

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2022 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease: A Report of the American Heart Association/American College of…

Abstract Aim The “2022 ACC/AHA Guideline for the Diagnosis and Management of Aortic Disease” provides recommendations to guide clinicians in the diagnosis, genetic evaluation and family screening, medical therapy, endovascular..

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A novel veno-arteriovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation with double pump for the treatment of Harlequin syndrome

Abstract Objectives: The Harlequin syndrome is a complication observed in patients receiving peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. This condition is defined as a critical variation in the oxygen saturation between..

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The Choice of Protamine Sulfate Dosing Regimen for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery

Abstract Changes in hemodynamics and coagulation hemostasis during the use of protamine sulfate to neutralize heparin in a ratio of 0.5:1 in coronary artery bypass graft surgery have been studied...

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Regional analgesia for cardiac surgery

Abstract Purpose of review  Regional anesthesia is gaining attention as a valuable component of multimodal, opioid-sparing analgesia in cardiac surgery, where improving the patient's quality of recovery while minimizing the harms..

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CABG off pump

Step by Step fron A to Z CABG off pump with SVG to LAD and SVG to OM as well MVI and PMA for ischemic MR.   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad..

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Aortic cannulation

An arterial cannula is usually inserted into the ascending aorta. Alternate sites include the femoral, innominate or axillary artery in situations such as emergency, redo surgery, minimally invasive surgery or..

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Confirmation of Dual Lumen Cannula Position Before Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Initiation Using a Microbubbles Contrast Technique

Abstract Dual lumen cannulas (DLCs) for venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) therapy are introduced in the right internal jugular vein, passing through the superior vena cava and the right atrium (RA) down..

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Transesophageal Echocardiography Complications in Adult Cardiac Surgery: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Abstract Background Although there have been several large reviews documenting the complications following intraoperative  (TEE), most of these prior reports are almost 2 decades old and may not reflect current practices...

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A prospective randomized study comparing volume-standardized modified and conventional ultrafiltration in pediatric cardiac surgery

Abstract Background: Modified ultrafiltration has been touted as superior to conventional ultrafiltration for attenuating the consequences of hemodilution after cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass in children. We conducted a prospective randomized..

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Association between Transesophageal Echocardiography and Clinical Outcomes after Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery

Abstract Background Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery is the most widely performed cardiac surgery in the United States.  (TEE) is frequently used in a variety of cardiac surgical procedures, but..

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Enhanced recovery after minimally invasive heart valve surgery: Early and midterm outcomes

Abstract Background: Although the use of protocols for "enhanced recovery after surgery" (ERAS) have been associated with improved results in different surgical specialties, only a few data are available for ERAS..

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Acute kidney injury following cardiopulmonary bypass in Jamaica

Abstract Objectives The study objectives were to describe the incidence, risk factors, and outcomes of acute kidney injury after cardiopulmonary bypass in Jamaica. Method We performed a review of the..

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Impact of occurrence of cardiac arrest in the donor on long-term outcomes of pediatric heart transplantation

Abstract Objective: The impact of cardiac arrest in the donor on long-term outcomes of pediatric heart transplantation has not been studied. Methods: The UNOS database was queried for primary pediatric heart transplantation..

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Fifteen-minute consultation: When to consider extracorporeal membrane oxygenation

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a form of organ support which is used for severe, potentially reversible respiratory, cardiac or cardiorespiratory failure. While it is associated with significant risk..

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Pulmonary embolism

Patient with pulmonary embolism and hemodynamic instability and hypoxemia undergone CPB bicaval cannulation and single incision technique or Zeraatian's technique of pulmonary embolectomy with good post operative course.    Dr.Sam..

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Anticoagulation polyvinyl chloride extracorporeal circulation catheters for heparin-free treatment†

Abstract Extracorporeal circulation (ECC) catheters have potential to be blood compatible and could be used to prevent thrombotic occlusion. Here, we produced heparin-mimicking anticoagulation PVC tubing on a large scale..

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In-hospital and 6-month outcomes in patients with COVID-19 supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (EuroECMO-COVID): a multicentre, prospective observational study

Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has been widely used in patients with COVID-19, but uncertainty remains about the determinants of in-hospital mortality and data on post-discharge outcomes are scarce...

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