Abstract Background Cardiac arrest in trauma patients can occur from traumatic or non-traumatic aetiologies. Traditionally, trauma has been regarded a contraindication for extracorporeal life support, particularly extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR)...
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Abstract Objectives: An increasing number of pediatric centers use the femoral vein in neonates and smaller children to provide venovenous multisite (VVMS) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), but there are no..
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Oxigenador Horizon La solución para la reducción máxima de microémbolos (GME). Se adapta a las necesidades pequeñas de Adultos y Pacientes Adultos garantizando un rendimiento adecuado desde 0,5 L/min a..
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Trilly Infant-Pediatric Diseñado para optimizar la reducción de GME en pacientes pediátricos El oxigenador pediátrico Trilly, gracias a la dinámica de flujo optimizada, garantiza un rendimiento excepcional de 0,5 lpm..
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PRO Cardioplegia, the intentional and temporary arrest of the heart during cardiac surgery, has been a cornerstone of modern heart transplantation, enabling myocardial protection during ischemic periods. Its use dates..
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Abstract Background Cardiopulmonary bypass is widely used in cardiac surgery but often leads to lung ischemia–reperfusion injury, a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Despite advances in critical care, effective..
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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a last resort treatment for children with cardio-respiratory failure. Some of these patients will develop thrombocytopenia-associated multiple organ failure (TAMOF), which is sometimes managed..
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Abstract Cardiac surgery patients may experience stress and anxiety, negatively impacting recovery. Pharmacological treatments are frequently used but may result in side effects. We aimed to assess the effectiveness of..
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Abstract Background To evaluate the association between intraoperative end-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO₂) levels and clinical outcomes in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Methods This retrospective analysis included patients who underwent cardiac..
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Abstract Remote ischemic preconditioning (RIPreC) has been regarded as a promising strategy to reduce ischemia-reperfusion injury to the heart and other organs caused by cardiopulmonary bypass. While RIPreC has demonstrated..
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Abstract Objectives Early prediction is crucial for cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI). We aimed to develop and validate a simple, clinical- and laboratory-based risk score system for better CSA-AKI..
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Abstract Introduction Neonatal aortic arch surgery is associated with neurological morbidity of varying severity which is detected and potentially limited through neuroprotective strategies. We conducted a survey of healthcare professionals..
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Abstract Objectives Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) has evolved into an established treatment for severe cardiogenic shock. As most patients have residual antegrade left ventricular output toward the descending aorta that..
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Abstract Objectives Activated recombinant factor VII (rFVIIa) has been used to treat cardiac surgical bleeding in an off-label manner. Due to the high risk of mortality with ongoing hemorrhage, assessing..
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Abstract Low cardiac output syndrome (LCOS) is defined by an insufficient cardiac output to meet metabolic demands, leading to tissue hypoperfusion and potential organ dysfunction. Although it affects up to 42%..
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Abstract Introduction Viscoelastic point-of-care diagnostics are crucial in cardiac surgery. In the FIBTEM assay of rotational thromboelastometry (ROTEM), guidelines suggest target maximum clot firmness values to reduce perioperative bleeding. The..
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Abstract Background Respiratory management of extremely low gestational age neonates (ELGANs) is a major challenge in neonatal intensive care, as they face high mortality and morbidity due to complications such..
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Abstract Background Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) during cardiac surgery disrupts cerebral hemodynamics, potentially leading to postoperative neurological complications such as delirium. Transcranial Doppler (TCD) offers non-invasive monitoring of cerebral blood flow..
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Abstract Objective This study evaluated thrombus formation and its impact on outcomes in neonates and early infants undergoing congenital heart surgery. Methods Neonates and early infants (≤90 days) undergoing congenital..
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Abstract Background/Aim Recent literature suggested that the use of Minimal Invasive Extracorporeal Circulation (MIECC) may mitigate the inflammatory response in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. We aimed to perform a meta-analysis..
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Abstract Background Goal-directed perfusion (GDP) during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) seeks to match oxygen delivery with patient-specific metabolic demand, yet determinants of oxygen demand and dynamics of oxygen extraction ratio (OER)..
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Abstract Background Mortality in congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) approximates 30 %. Both severe lung hypoplasia and other anomalies contribute to demise regardless of repair and/or extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). We..
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Abstract Introduction: Ensuring radiation safety in healthcare settings is crucial to minimising risks associated with ionising radiation exposure. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge and behaviours of operating room..
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Abstract Introduction Two techniques are commonly used for the femoral artery puncture closure during decannulation in venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO): the conventional post-closure technique and the small-sheath technique, also..
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Abstract Background Extracorporeal life support is influenced by membrane integrity and nutrition. The impact of parenteral nutrition with lipid injectable emulsions on membrane function remains uncertain. Methods This retrospective cohort..
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Abstract Cardiac procedures carry a higher perioperative risk than other operations for major adverse cardiovascular events and kidney injury, especially since patients with multiple comorbidities have been accepted as candidates..
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Abstract The use of extracorporeal life support (ECLS) throughout the perioperative phase of lung transplantation requires nuanced planning and execution by an integrated team of multidisciplinary experts. To date, no..
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Abstract Introduction In the postoperative intensive care setting after cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), particularly in patients requiring continued anticoagulation for prosthetic devices such as mechanical valves or extracorporeal..
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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an extracorporeal technique used in acute circulatory and respiratory failures refractory to conventional therapies. ECMO patients are at risk of developing severe acute kidney..
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GENERAL INFORMATION Language will be English. Intensive teaching program: 1 week (total fo over 50 hours). The program will be interactive, with lectures, case studies and a lot of time devoted..
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