Abstract Purpose of review Coronary artery bypass grafting, revascularization by percutaneous coronary intervention, and heart valve surgery are crucial therapeutic interventions for patients with various cardiovascular diseases. The objective of..
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Abstract Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) is a time-critical, resource-intensive intervention used in select cases of refractory cardiac arrest. Its success depends on rapid initiation, streamlined workflows, and coordination across multidisciplinary..
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Abstract The aim of this study was to develop a scoring tool to estimate the probability of survival following extracorporeal rewarming in patients suffering hypothermic cardiac arrest. This is a..
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Abstract Although venovenous (VV) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a life-saving intervention for trauma patients with severe respiratory failure, its mortality rate is 27%, and optimal metabolic markers for its..
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Abstract IMPORTANCE: Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) surgery is associated with changes in the intestinal microbiome. Metabolism of tryptophan into the indole pathway is entirely facilitated by the intestinal microbiome, and indole..
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Abstract Objective This study aims to utilize HFO analysis to enhance existing SSEP modality and develop it as a bedside diagnostic tool for acute brain injury (ABI) detection in Extracorporeal..
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Abstract Background Routine clinical debriefings (RCDs) have been shown to improve communication, team reflexivity, and safety in clinical settings. When combined with incident reports (IRs), RCDs offer a potential tool..
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Abstract Purpose Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) is increasingly being used in patients with respiratory failure. The goal of this study was to characterize postdischarge psychological and functional outcomes of..
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Abstract Extracorporeal circulation (ECC) procedures, including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), provide essential support for critically ill patients, but complications such as hemolysis and thromboembolic events remain significant concerns. This study..
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Abstract Background: Plastic-containing medical devices are commonly used in critical care units and other patient care settings. Patients are often exposed to xenobiotic agents that are leached out from plastic-containing..
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Abstract Background Approximately 6000 intensive care units (ICUs) in the United States maintain extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) programs.1 Patients who require ECMO are among the most critically ill in the ICU...
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Abstract Introduction Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a prevalent cardiac arrhythmia characterized by irregular atrial contractions that compromise ventricular function and cardiac output. In this study we investigated the impact of..
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Abstract Background The nadir oxygen delivery index (DO2i) during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is reportedly associated with acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. However, there are few reports..
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Abstract Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) impacts pharmacokinetics and -dynamics of drugs used during cardiac surgery. These alterations can lead to changes in drug efficacy resulting in under- or overdosing. This review..
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Abstract Introduction We sought to evaluate cerebral and somatic oximetry in an integrated tissue perfusion monitoring strategy. Method Thirty adult patients undergoing full-spectrum cardiac surgery with Minimal Invasive Extracorporeal Circulation..
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Abstract Objective: To create and verify a model that predicts the risk of stress hyperglycemia (SHG) in patients without diabetes after cardiac surgery. Design: Retrospective analysis. Methods: This retrospective analysis analyzed patients without..
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Abstract Objective: We initiated a cardiac enhanced recovery after cardiac surgery (ERAS) program in early 2019, protocolized it and applied it to all patients in 2020, and added the use..
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Abstract Background/Objectives: Spinal cord injury is a devastating complication of aortic surgery, with significant morbidity and mortality. This review aimed to summarize the current literature on preventing and managing spinal cord..
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Abstract Objective This study aimed to evaluate the validity of models using Procalcitonin (PCT) alone and PCT combined with other biomarkers to predict early infection after pediatric open-heart surgery with..
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Abstract Background Deep hypothermic circulatory arrest is the standard approach for the surgical repair of acute type A aortic dissection. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility and outcomes of..
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Abstract Objective To evaluate the effects of comprehensive perioperative nursing interventions on postoperative recovery in cardiac surgery patients with frailty, with a focus on physical activity, nutritional status, and cognitive..
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Abstract Background Cardiac surgery on cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) may alter platelet (PLT) function causing bleeding. The goal of this study is to evaluate the hemostatic effect of PRT-PLTs compared to..
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Abstract Aim: To assess pain intensity during nociceptive (endotracheal suctioning) and non-nociceptive (body temperature measurement) procedures in critically ill patients after cardiac surgery. Methods: A descriptive and cross-sectional design was..
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Abstract Background: This study aimed to investigate the impact of early extubation on stress response and neurodevelopmental outcomes after pediatric cardiac surgery utilizing cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Methods: In this single-center prospective pilot..
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Abstract Background/Objective Traditional retrograde cerebral perfusion (RCP) parameters may be suboptimal for washout of debris during hemiarch replacement of the ascending aorta, so we have designed a protocol of increased..
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Abstract OBJECTIVES The optimal flow rate for selective antegrade cerebral perfusion during aortic arch surgery is unknown. While 10–15 ml/kg/min is generally recommended, our centre has adopted a line pressure-targeted, relatively..
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Abstract Background Acute Type A aortic dissection (AAAD) is a life-threatening condition, with surgery being the recommended treatment. However, there is ongoing debate regarding the optimal surgical procedure. This study..
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Abstract Background Evidence for the effectiveness of the Sonoclot analyzer in improving clinical outcomes in disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is lacking. Objective To evaluate the effectiveness of an algorithm based..
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