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Enhanced Platelet-Rich Plasma (ePRP) Stimulates Wound Healing through Effects on Metabolic Reprogramming in Fibroblasts

Abstract As a source of growth factors for expediting wound healing and tissue regeneration, plasma-rich plasma (PRP) has been extensively applied in diverse fields including orthopaedics, ophthalmology, oral and maxillofacial..

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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO): Radiographic appearances, complications and imaging artefacts for radiologists

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a form of cardiopulmonary support primarily used in cardiothoracic and intensive care unit (ICU) settings. The purpose of this review is to familiarise radiologists..

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Tiempo de Aceleracion Pulmonar (TAP) - Pulmonary Velocity Acceleration Time (PVAT)

En este video (siguiendo con la serie de hipertension pulmonar) voy a hablar del tiempo de aceleracion pulmonar (TAP). Un valor muy importante y que nos ayuda cuando no tenemos..

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Clot evacuation: left Pulmonary artery spontaneously perforated

Patient with previous Redo AVR came with profound shock undergone redo sternotomy and clot evacuation site of bleeding left Pulmonary artery spontaneously perforated. Undergone complete reconstruction with pericardial patch.  Dr.Sam..

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Reconstruction of Complex Proximal Aortic Dissections with Aortic Insufficiency Using Aortic Ring Annuloplasty

Perez-Tamayo A, Baker JN, Gerdisch MW, et al.. Reconstruction of Complex Proximal Aortic Dissections with Aortic Insufficiency Using Aortic Ring Annuloplasty. January 2022. The information and views presented on CTSNet.org..

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Cardiac harvest technique in patient with severe pericarditis and adhesions

Cardiac harvest technique in patient with severe pericarditis and adhesions. First clamp aorta then release heart completely. [playlist ids="22380"]   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA..

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Right atrial mass undergone bicaval cannulation and total inflow mass resected pericardial patch applied to RA

Patient with right atrial mass undergone bicaval cannulation and total inflow mass resected pericardial patch applied to RA but inevitable complication of this complex repair happened in ICU which was..

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The 7 Pillars of Blood Conservation in Cardiac Surgery

Introduction National health expenditures rose to 3.8 trillion dollars in 2019, 18% of gross domestic product, and are continuing to rise at an unsustainable rate. Aggregate costs for hospitalizations associated with..

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Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension

Abstract Without effective treatment, pulmonary arterial hypertension results in high morbidity and mortality. This review discusses the pathogenesis of the disorder, the thorough clinical evaluation required to establish the diagnosis,..

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Bleeding and Thrombotic Events During Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation for Postcardiotomy Shock

Abstract Background  management during venoarterial  (ECMO) is particularly difficult in postcardiotomy shock patients given a significant bleeding risk. We sought to determine the effect of  treatment on bleeding and thrombosis risk for..

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A Technique for Safe Redo Sternotomy in Patients with Aortic Proximity to the Sternum

Abstract The risk of redo sternotomy is greatly elevated in the setting of aortic proximity to the sternum. Current strategies to avoid catastrophic neurologic injury upon sternal reentry include establishment..

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The year in cardiovascular medicine 2021: valvular heart disease

Introduction The increasing burden of valvular heart disease (VHD)—in particular in an ageing population—is recognized by medical experts, although there is less awareness of these conditions by the general public..

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Cannulation Strategy for Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Does Not Influence Total Hospital Cost

Abstract Background The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services decreased reimbursement rates for peripheral venoarterial (VA)  (ECMO) and venovenous (VV) ECMO procedures in October 2018. Limited data are available describing hospital..

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Target blood pressure management during cardiopulmonary bypass improves lactate levels after cardiac surgery: a randomized controlled trial

Abstract Background Hyperlactatemia is associated with a poor prognosis in cardiac surgery patients. This study explored the impact of target blood pressure management during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) on blood lactate..

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Prevention and management of spinal cord ischemia following aortic surgery: A survey of contemporary practice

Abstract Objective  (SCI) is a devastating complication of  repair. We aim to characterize current practices pertaining to SCI prevention and treatment across Canada. Methods Two questionnaires were developed by the Canadian..

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Does supply meet demand? A comparison of perfusion strategies on cerebral metabolism in a neonatal swine model

Abstract Objective We aimed to determine the effects of selective antegrade  compared with other perfusion strategies on indices of cerebral blood flow, oxygenation, cellular stress, and mitochondrial function. Methods One-week-old piglets..

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Treating the Most Critically Ill Patients With COVID-19, The Evolving Role of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an advanced, resource-intensive form of life support for patients with severe respiratory or cardiac failure, and is typically provided within specialized centers. Prior to..

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Complete off pump CABG on severe mitral regurgitation

Through these videos you can see impact of complete off pump CABG on severe mitral regurgitation according to pre and post operative MR by intraoperative TEE assessment.  Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad..

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Flow Manipulation and the Association with Myocardial Systolic Function During Extracorporeal Life Support

Abstract Background: Peripheral veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) is used to support circulatory failure refractory to conventional therapy.  However, data on the heart-ECMO interaction at different levels of ECMO..

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Coronary Angiogram (video)

Coronary angiogram is a test that uses x-ray imaging and contrast dye to view the coronary arteries, the blood vessels that deliver blood to the muscle of the heart. During..

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Heart failure (video)

The normal heart has strong muscular walls that pump blood out of the heart. Heart failure most often results from a weakening of the heart muscle. When the heart cannot..

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Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (video)

Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator, or ICD , is a battery-powered device that keeps track of your heartbeat and can deliver an electrical shock that will allow ventricular muscle fibrillation to return..

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Electrical conduction system of the Heart (video)

The impulse starts at the sinoatrial node (SA node) the hearts natural pacemaker.⠀ ⠀ The impulse travels through the internodal pathways to the atrioventricular node (AV node). ⠀ From the..

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Atrial fibrillation (video)

Atrial fibrillation (AF), a type of irregular heartbeat. Having AF means that blood clots are more likely to form in your heart, increasing your risk of stroke. Atrial Fibrillation is..

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RVOT Ventricular Tachycardia (video)

RVOT Ventricular Tachycardia, During Right Ventricular Outflow Tract (R.V.O.T.) Ventricular Tachycardia, abnormal signals originate in the right ventricle near the pulmonary valve, also known as the right ventricular outflow tract...

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Bradycardia (video)

Bradycardia is a type of heart arrhythmia. In bradycardia, the heartbeat is slow, less than sixty beats per minute. It may be caused by a problem with the pacemaker of..

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Atrioventricular Nodal Reentry Tachycardia (video)

Atrioventricular Nodal Reentry Tachycardia, or AVNRT , is a type of heart arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat. The most common type of SVT is AVNRT. In AVNRT, electrical signals reenter the..

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Ventricular Tachycardia (video)

Ventricular Tachycardia is a heart arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat. In ventricular tachycardia, abnormal electrical pulses in the lower chambers, or ventricles, disrupt the normal firing of the SA node, causing..

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Sinus Tachycardia (video)

The heartbeat is controlled by the electrical system of the heart. This system is made of several parts that tell the muscle of the heart when to contract. The SA..

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Sudden Cardiac Arrest (video)

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is an event caused by a problem with the heart’s “electrical” system. SCA occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating. The heart’s electrical system sends signals to..

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