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Mediastinal fistula in redo operation

Patient with previous AVR and MVR came with rapid progressive mediastinal hematoma undergone redo operation aortotomy site to mediastinal fistula observed site repaired off pump but cell saver and auto..

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PASSO A PASSO DA CEC - WEBINAR 23-24

Vamos falar como é realizado as tomadas de decisões durante a CEC!! Com detalhes!   Prof. Elio Carvalho é Biomédico, Microbiologista e Perfusionista pela Unicamp, CLAP e SBCEC. É perfusionista..

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Protocol-driven daily optimisation of venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation blood flows: an alternate paradigm?

Abstract Abstract:  Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is now an established modality of support for patients with the who are failing evidence-based conventional therapies. Minimising ventilator-induced lung injury is..

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Perioperative incidence of ECMO and IABP on 5901 mitral valve surgery procedures

Abstract Background Report the incidence and results of peri-operative extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) of patients undergoing mitral valve surgery (MVS) through right mini-thoracotomy (RT) and..

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Successful Heart Transplantation Recovered From a Brain-Dead Donor on Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support

Abstract We describe the successful transplantation of a brain-dead donor supported by veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) after cardiac arrest secondary to pulmonary embolism. The donor was a 50-year-old female..

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Trends and Outcomes of Left Ventricular Assist Device Therapy: JACC Focus Seminar

Abstract As the prevalence of advanced heart failure continues to rise, treatment strategies for select patients include heart transplantation or durable left ventricular assist device (LVAD) support, both of which..

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Transapical Cannulation with a Dual Lumen Cannula for Mechanical Circulatory Support in Cardiogenic Shock

Abstract Temporary mechanical circulatory support can be delivered through a variety of techniques, including percutaneous left ventricular assist devices, surgically implanted rotary pumps, and veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. However, limitations..

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Aortic intimal resident macrophages are essential for maintenance of the non-thrombogenic intravascular state

Abstract Leukocytes and endothelial cells frequently cooperate to resolve inflammatory events. In most cases, these interactions are transient in nature and triggered by immunological insults. Here, we report that, in..

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Non-contact physiological monitoring of post-operative patients in the intensive care unit

Abstract Prolonged non-contact camera-based monitoring in critically ill patients presents unique challenges, but may facilitate safe recovery. A study was designed to evaluate the feasibility of introducing a non-contact video..

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Duration of invasive mechanical ventilation prior to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation is not associated with survival in acute respiratory distress syndrome…

Abstract Background Duration of invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) prior to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) affects outcome in acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). In coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) related ARDS, the..

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Clinical application of viscoelastic point-of-care tests of coagulation-shifting paradigms

Abstract Bleeding during cardiac surgery, liver transplant, trauma and post partum hemorrhage are often multifactorial and these factors are dynamic as new factors crop up during the course of management...

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Organ donation: patient with ascending aorta dissection extension into RCA

MUF and organ donation in patient with ascending aorta dissection extension into RCA all organs preserved and donated. [playlist ids="27565"]   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research..

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ELSO Webinar "ECPR Revisited"

Prague OHCA Study Findings, Jan Belohlavek, et al.   

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CAYADO AÓRTICO RETOS EN PERFUSIÓN Y CIRUGIA CARDIOVASCULAR

DR ALEX VALENCIA RIVAS Perf. Andrea Castro Moderador: Alex Muñoz      

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Upcoming scientific events

Tuesday 26th April 2022 EBCP Webinar: Minimal Invasive CPB - PRO/CON   Wednesday 18th May 2022 6th EBCP EuroFusion Webinar hosted by Serbia   Wednesday 15th June 2022 EBCP Webinar:..

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Corona, Acute Ischemic Stroke, Malignant Cerebral Edema, and Hemo-adsorption: A Case Report

This case reports on a 29-year-old man with diabetes mellitus, who presented to the emergency department with complaints of left sided upper limb and lower limb weakness associated with altered..

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Drenagem anômala das veias pulmonares - Anomalous drainage of the pulmonary veins

Quando realizamos o ecocardiogram, devemos avaliar o coração por completo. Observamos as estruturas no interior do coração (as cavidades, as valvas, espessura do músculo, as divisões por dentro do coração,..

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Aortic valve pannus removal and tricuspid valve repair. (Echo images)

Patient with previous CMVC and MVR and one episode of AVR came with complaint of severe TR and hemolytic anemia undegone tri-do aortic valve pannus removal then tricuspid valve repair..

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Bridge to Transplant: Central Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation with Pulmonary Artery Drainage

Abstract Providing optimal support in patients with concomitant cardiac and pulmonary failure presents multiple challenges. We report a novel approach to central extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support utilizing a minimal access..

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Buttock Ischemia in Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is a bridging therapy for refractory cardiogenic shock, and limb ischemia is a concern with femoral cannulation. Because of the rich collateral pelvic circulatory..

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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation as a Bridge to Surgical Repair of Postinfarct Ventricular Septal Defect

Abstract Postinfarct ventricular septal defect (PIVSD) is associated with high mortality and the management of these patients has been a challenge with little improvement in outcomes. We commenced a protocol..

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The myocardial protective effects of adenosine pretreatment in children undergoing cardiac surgery: a randomized controlled clinical trial

Abstract Objective: Adenosine pretreatment reduces injury caused by ischemia-reperfusion. To investigate the hypothesis that adenosine pretreatment would modulate injury induced by cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and myocardial ischemia/reperfusion, we conducted a randomized..

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EuroELSO Webinar: Weaning from VA ECMO

  EuroELSO Webinar   Topic: Weaning from VA ECMO Presentation: Nadia Aissaoui, Hershey Medical Center, USA / Paris, France Moderation: Peter Schellongowski, Vienna, Austria      

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FISIOLOGIA DO SANGUE - Webinar 22

Vamos falar um pouco sobre a fisiologia do sangue com pitadas de correlação com a Perfusão. Prof. Elio Carvalho é Biomédico, Microbiologista e Perfusionista pela Unicamp, CLAP e SBCEC. É..

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Young adults after arterial switch operation for transposition of the great arteries in Switzerland: a growing population

Abstract Background: Adults with transposition of the great arteries (d-TGA) after the arterial switch operation (ASO) are an evolving cohort in adult cardiology. We aimed to analyze cardiac function and cardiac..

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Management of Perioperative Iron Deficiency in Cardiac Surgery: A Modified RAND Delphi Study

Abstract Background Over the last decade, preoperative anemia has become recognized as a clinical condition in need of management. Although the etiology of preoperative anemia can be multifactorial, two thirds..

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Is postoperative cognitive decline after cardiac surgery associated with plasma beta amyloid 1–42 levels?

Abstract Background Postoperative cognitive decline following cardiac surgery is one of the frequently reported complications affecting postoperative outcome, characterized by impairment of memory or concentration. The aetiology is considered multifactorial..

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The association between end-tidal carbon dioxide and arterial partial pressure of carbon dioxide after cardiopulmonary bypass pumping in cyanotic children

Abstract Introduction: Evidence suggests the high capability of non-invasive assessment of the End-tidal carbondioxide (ETCO2) in predicting changes in arterial carbon dioxide pressure (PCO2) following major surgeries in children. We aimed..

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