Abstract Background Delirium is a common neurological complication after cardiac surgery. The purpose of the present study was to analyze the association between hemodynamic fluctuations during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and..
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Abstract Introduction Imbalance in the redox equilibrium is common in any type of aggression. Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) initiation induces metabolic perturbations, and reliable biological monitoring tools for this condition are..
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Abstract Objectives: Accidental hypothermia has high mortality. Rewarming is the initial primary management strategy. However, detailed evidence on rewarming management is limited, that is, rewarming rate is unclear, particularly with..
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Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) usually occurs after cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and threatens life without timely intervention. Early assessment and prevention are critical for saving AKI patients. However, numerical..
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Abstract Poor or worsening functional status of lung transplant (LTx) candidates is a key risk factor for waitlist and post-transplant mortality. As more critically ill adults and children are listed..
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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a form of life support for critically ill patients with severe respiratory or cardiac failure. Interactions between patient blood and ECMO biomaterials increase the..
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Abstract In-hospital mortality after venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) remains high. This study compared the performance of the Survival after Venoarterial ECMO (SAVE) score with machine learning (ML) models incorporating..
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Abstract Background The immediate postoperative period after heart surgery poses a substantial risk of life-threatening complications, notably acute pulmonary and cardiac failure. Use of noninvasive ventilation (NIV) may reduce the..
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Abstract Organ preservation plays a critical role in addressing transplantation challenges, including donor shortages and ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI). Continuous advancements in preservation technologies are essential to meet the increasing demand..
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Abstract OBJECTIVES Peripheral cannula selection in minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) is crucial, as venous drainage limitations during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) can impair end-organ perfusion and overall outcomes. This study..
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Abstract Vasoplegia syndrome is a specific form of vasodilatory shock encountered in patients who undergo cardiac surgery, most commonly with cardiopulmonary bypass, which is characterized by severe hypotension in the..
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Abstract Background: A virtual simulated placement (VSP) is a computer-based version of a practice placement. COVID-19 drove increased adoption of web-based technology in clinical education. Accordingly, the number of VSP..
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Abstract Objective: This study aimed to identify disruptions perceived by operating theatre staff to improve concentration, patient safety and quality of care. Methods: A survey of 156 medical staff at..
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Abstract Introduction: Blood transfusion is associated with adverse clinical and surgical outcomes. Strategies like the Patient Blood Management program, which includes blood cell salvage, contribute to reducing the use of..
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We present an enhanced percutaneous decannulation technique for a patient undergoing veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation. This innovative approach uses two distinct percutaneous vascular devices, offering a more reliable and more..
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This video demonstrates the technique of open cut down femoral vessel cannulation for cardiopulmonary bypass during minimally invasive procedures using the semi-Seldinger technique. The information and views presented on..
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Implantation of Syncardia Total Artificial Heart in Patient with severe biventricular failure with the usage of CPB as well as Bicaval toal inflow cannulation and aortic cross clamp without usage..
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Abstract Objective To review and compare the frequency of thrombus and adverse events in patients treated with heparin or bivalirudin systemic anticoagulation strategies supported on combined venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation..
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Abstract Background Veno‑venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV‑ECMO) is associated with a high transfusion burden. While trials have concluded that red blood cell (RBC) storage does not impact patient morbidity and..
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Abstract There are conflicting clinical data on whether the use of a distal perfusion catheter (DPC) is beneficial for reducing the risk of limb ischemia in peripheral venoarterial extracorporeal membrane..
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Abstract Heparin, a high alert anticoagulant medication, is commonly used in medical settings in preventing and treating thrombotic events. However, its administration carries inherent risks for medication errors, bleeding complications..
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Abstract Purpose The evidence supporting the benefit on clinical outcomes of prone positioning during veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-V ECMO) for acute hypoxemic respiratory failure remains inconclusive. We aimed to..
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Abstract The storing of dry-assembled and primed extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) circuits is common practice and endorsed by the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization (ELSO) for up to 30 days. We..
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Abstract Introduction & aim Intraoperative adverse events (iAEs) increase postoperative complications, which are devastating to patients and costly to healthcare systems. To optimise patient outcomes, the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist (WHO..
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Abstract Objectives To summarize evidence regarding intravenous angiotensin II administration in critical illness and provide an updated understanding of its effects on various organ dysfunction and renin-angiotensin system (RAS) biomarkers...
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Abstract Objective The use of an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) has been suggested to unload the left ventricle while on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) for cardiogenic shock (CS), leading..
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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) traditionally has been used under deep sedation and mechanical ventilation. However, recent advancements have led to the development of awake ECMO strategies, allowing patients to..
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Abstract Introduction: In life-threatening conditions like severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), rescue interventions like extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) should be initiated urgently to resolve an otherwise potentially adverse clinical outcome...
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[playlist ids="49848"] Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as well as Head of IUMS transplant and cardiovascular surgery department. ..
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Lung Harvest in Patient with Unilateral PAPVC. Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO of rockingham medical research ADKWA center as well as Head of IUMS transplant and cardiovascular surgery department...
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