Abstract Background: The use of cell salvage reduces homologous blood transfusions during operations and avoids associated complications. Therefore, autotransfusion is an integral part of Patient Blood Management (PBM). The..
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Abstract Infection cases have been reported where Legionella spp. and NTM (non-tuberculous mycobacteria) increased due to the contamination of circulating water in cold/heated water supply systems for extracorporeal circulation used in cardiac..
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Abstract Background Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) provides mechanical circulatory and respiratory support. However, thrombus formation in the circuit can lead to hemorrhagic complications, requiring improvements in ECMO anti-thrombogenicity. Few studies..
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Abstract Introduction Current guidelines advise that anaphylactic shock refractory to traditional treatments may be managed with extracorporeal life support (ECLS), but reports have been exclusive to adults. Case Report We..
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Abstract Background: Minimally invasive extracorporeal circulation (MiECC) has been introduced to mitigate the inflammatory response and reduce blood transfusion needs compared to conventional cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) perioperatively. A hybrid system..
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Abstract Digital ischemia following extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) therapy is a known complication with potential devastating long-term sequela. Onabotulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) has been demonstrated to be effective for..
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Abstract BACKGROUND: Current blood pressure management strategies cannot accommodate large interindividual variations in cerebral autoregulation, which may result in inadvertent cerebral ischemia. A novel optical neuromonitoring device was developed to..
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Abstract BackgroundCPR-induced consciousness (CPRIC) is defined as consciousness during CPR, ranging from eye opening to combative behaviour and vocalisation, despite the absence of spontaneous circulation. CPRIC has not previously been..
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Abstract Introduction: In cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), blood circulation is temporarily maintained by an artificial blood-pumping device during cardiac surgery. Worldwide, approximately half of the CPB procedures utilize either centrifugal or..
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Abstract OBJECTIVES Cardiogenic shock is still a major clinical challenge, despite the available devices. We developed a minimally invasive, transapical dual-lumened cannula, which can provide antegrade circulatory support and unloading..
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Abstract Background Studies have proved that artery infusion during CPB operations can reduce lung injury led by CPB surgery. This study was undertaken to investigate the effects of HTK solution..
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Abstract Introduction It is around 4 PM when the surgeon, having just transferred his afternoon theater patient to the intensive care unit (ICU), approaches the patient’s family with a reassuring..
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Abstract Cardiac allotransplantation is warranted in children with end-stage heart failure or irreparable congenital heart disease. A dearth of organs for transplantation has contributed to long wait-list times and resultant..
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Abstract Assisted artificial intelligence (A-AI) has rapidly become a gold standard approach for conducting data analysis and medical writing []. From executing complex statistical tasks to extracting relevant information and..
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Abstract Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), which augments coronary blood flow and reduces cardiac afterload, is the most widely used temporary mechanical circulatory support (TMCS) device. It has been used in..
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Abstract Background: Data is limited regarding the effects of supraphysiologic blood oxygen tension (hyperoxia) in patients requiring extracorporeal life support (ECLS). We sought to evaluate the association between hyperoxia and..
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Abstract Introduction Increased time-dose-response (TDR) of suboptimal oxygen delivery (DO2) during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) has been associated with increased postoperative complications. The impact of surgical approach - minimally invasive vs...
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Abstract OBJECTIVES Randomized clinical trials (RCTs) are the gold standard for comparative effectiveness. However, they face unique challenges in cardiac surgery. The objective of this work is to summarize the..
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Abstract Background It is hypothesized that combining HA380 with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) in acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) surgery could reduce the inflammatory response induced by CPB and subsequently..
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Abstract Background Selective antegrade cerebral perfusion, via unilateral antegrade cerebral perfusion (uACP) or bilateral antegrade cerebral perfusion (bACP) approaches, is used in aortic arch surgery to protect the brain during..
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We are getting a lot of questions about working in Europe as a Perfusionist. Each country has its own regulations, its perfusion qualification, but we always say that a great..
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Abstract The human heart has one of highest metabolic requirements in the body: even in a resting physiologic state it must work to circulate approximately 5 L/min to 8 L/min..
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Abstract Objectives To assess concordance between Hemochron Response (ACTr) and the three-activator device Hemochron Signature Elite (ACTe) in adult cardiac surgery patients. To evaluate the correlation between ACTe and anti-Xa..
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Abstract Hybrid extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), containing additional ECMO cannulations in addition to conventional ECMO, is increasingly used for the treatment of serious cardiopulmonary conditions. Patients initiating non-hybrid ECMO may..
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Abstract Rotary Blood Pump (RBP) is a commonly used ventricular assist device. However, the constant speed operation of the blood pump leads to a reduction of blood flow pulsatility, which..
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Abstract Aims Crises in the operating room, often resulting from human factors, endangers patient safety. Simulation-based training to develop non-technical skills shows promise in managing these crises. This review examines..
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Abstract Bleeding complications are frequently observed in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation and are associated with increased mortality. Due to the complex mechanisms, managing bleeding during ECMO remains a challenge...
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Abstract Introduction This study aims to describe laboratory and clinical factors associated with thrombotic events during prolonged pediatric extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. Methods A secondary analysis of a multi-center prospective study..
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Abstract Background: Severe poisoning can lead to catastrophic cardiovascular collapse, often progressing to multiorgan failure and death. While intensive supportive care and pharmacological intervention remain the cornerstone of management, cases of..
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Abstract Background Cardiopulmonary bypass use during surgery disrupts microcirculation, which can contribute to lung injury, particularly in patients with pulmonary comorbidities. Continuous transcutaneous carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring assists clinicians to..
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