Abstract Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia type II (HIT) is a rare but potentially fatal antibody-mediated reaction to all forms of heparin (unfractionated heparin, low-molecular weight heparin, heparin flushes, and heparin-coated catheters), which..
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Abstract Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia (WM) manifests as hyperviscosity syndrome. Cryoglobulinemia, which may increase blood viscosity or induce thrombosis in association with decreased body temperature, can occur in combination with WM. We..
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Abstract Objectives: To describe donors after brain death with ongoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and to analyze the outcome of organs transplanted from these donors. Design: Retrospective analysis of the national..
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Extracorporeal life support (ECLS), commonly referred to as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), is a modified form of cardiopulmonary bypass. Venous blood is drained from the patient and advanced to a..
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Abstract Objectives To determine the optimal vancomycin dosing regimen to achieve empirical goal trough concentrations in pediatric patients with congenital heart disease and to examine the impact of cardiopulmonary bypass..
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Abstract Though historically the development of cardiovascular perfusion grew out of the need for cardiopulmonary bypass, the application of technologies of extracorporeal support has more recently expanded beyond the traditional..
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Abstract We present a case series of seven patients with suspected cold agglutinin antibodies, discovered after initiation of bypass. Laboratory analysis of blood samples intraoperatively determined the cause of the..
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Abstract Objective To determine the impact of different strategies on the incidence of cerebral embolic events during (CABG). Methods Between 2012 and 2015, 142 patients with low-grade (epiaortic ultrasound grade I/II) undergoing primary..
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Abstract Backgroud Unilateral and bilateral antegrade (ACP) are recognized methods of cerebral protection in . However, the adequacy of cerebral protection in aortic arch surgery with is controversial. In this study, we compared..
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Abstract The aim was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of volatile anaesthetic for postoperative sedation in adult cardiac surgery patients through a systematic review and meta-analysis. We retrieved randomized..
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Abstract OBJECTIVES: Information is lacking about long-term survival and quality of life (QOL) after treating patients on extracorporeal life support. METHODS: Outcome data were assessed by phone interviews, a QOL..
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Abstract Rationale Pneumonia remains the most common major infection after cardiac surgery despite numerous preventive measures. Objectives To prospectively examine the timing, pathogens, and risk factors, including modifiable management practices,..
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Abstract Objective There are few data on the role of in patients with end-stage heart failure supported by mechanical . The aim of our study was to investigate predictors for in patients with..
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Abstract Background Data are sparse on long-term mortality after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. We examined short-term and long-term mortality of patients undergoing CABG surgery and a general population..
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Abstract Quality problem or issue The traditional variable life-adjusted display (VLAD) is a graphical display of the difference between expected and actual cumulative deaths. The VLAD assumes binary outcomes: death..
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Abstract At the time of writing this editorial, I have been in health care for exactly 45 years. These years have taken me through many challenging settings, including intensive cares,..
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Abstract Static cold storage is accompanied with a partial safe ischemic interval for donor hearts. In this current study, a machine perfusion system was built to provide a better preservation..
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This report describes the case of a 63-year-old female patient, who was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit with the diagnosis of septic shock. [pdf-embedder url="https://perfusfind.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/caso-semana-cyto_compressed.pdf" title="caso semana cyto_compressed"]
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Abstract OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to assess the safety and effectiveness of our selective antegrade brain perfusion (SABP) strategy, which is characterized by moderate hypothermic and low-pressure..
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Abstract OBJECTIVES: Combined coronary artery bypass grafting and valve surgery requires a prolonged period of cardioplegic arrest (CA) predisposing to myocardial injury and postoperative cardiac-specific complications. The aim of this..
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Guidelines for the management of pre-operative paediatric clear fluid fasting historically recommend a minimum of 2 h. In particular, the published guideline from European Society of Anaesthesiology (ESA) in 2011,..
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The purpose of this guideline is to present evidence-based and consensus-based recommendations for the prevention and treatment of postoperative delirium. The cornerstones of the guideline are the preoperative identification and..
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Abstract Introduction: Pulmonary endarterectomy (PEA) is the most effective treatment available for chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH). Patient selection, surgical technique and perioperative management have improved patient outcomes, which are..
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Abstract Introduction: The use of cardiopulmonary bypass is associated with a risk of neurocognitive deficit caused by gaseous microemboli. Flushing the empty bypass circuit with carbon dioxide, which is more..
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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a life support system that circulates the blood through an oxygenating system to temporarily (days to months) support heart or lung function during cardiopulmonary..
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Abstract Objective To evaluate the current practice of perioperative fluid management in cardiac surgery patients. Design Multiple choice survey with 26 questions about existing practice of perioperative fluid management in..
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Abstract Objective has been associated with both and in studies based on (TEG). Severe hemodilution during (CPB) is a risk factor for morbidity in cardiac surgery. This study investigated the effects of different degrees..
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Abstract We describe our experience of 30 consecutive children supported with ECMO and receiving 20 ppm of nitric oxide in the oxygenator of the ECMO circuit. Administration of nitric oxide..
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Abstract Objective (POD) is a common complication after cardiac surgery and is associated with increased patient morbidity and mortality. The objective of this study was to identify risk factors for..
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