Abstract Background The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the backlog of elective surgeries across the National Health Service (NHS). This is particularly critical for patients awaiting cardiac surgery, where even short delays..
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Abstract Background While the use of pre-hospital extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation for refractory out of hospital cardiac arrest is increasing, there is little data on whether it is cost-effective. This study..
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Abstract Background: Veno-arterial ExtraCorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (V-A ECMO) as a bridge to recovery or long-term assist devices in severe cardiocirculatory failure typically lasts 5-7 days. There is scarce guidance on..
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Abstract Purpose Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is a well-established procedure that uses cannulae during cardiac surgery to drain and return blood. In challenging cases (e.g. aortic dissection, reoperation), peripheral cannulation in..
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Abstract Background Heparin is commonly administered to prevent thrombosis during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). However, the development of intracardiac thrombi under CPB has still been reported. Case summary A 79-year-old man..
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Abstract Fast-track extubation has emerged as a vital component of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery pathways, designed to optimize recovery and resource utilization after cardiac surgery, contrasting with traditional prolonged ventilation...
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Abstract Objective Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), which induces pulmonary injury, significantly impacts the quality of life in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Preventing and treating pulmonary complications has become a critical clinical..
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Abstract Malignant hyperthermia (MH) is a rare but potentially fatal disorder characterized by a hypermetabolic state produced by exposure to triggering agents such as volatile anesthetics and succinylcholine., MH crises have..
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Abstract Background Cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is associated with microcirculatory changes. Little is known about the effect of CPB on the structural and vascular parameters of the retina...
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Abstract INTRODUCTION Unfractionated heparin (UFH) is the most commonly used anticoagulant during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) (1). However, UFH also has several limitations: (i) it requires individualized dosing and close..
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Dear Colleagues and Friends, We are pleased to announce that, from 2026 onwards, the “BHSS – Bologna Heart Surgery Symposium” and the “STB – Summer Talks in Bologna on Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Surgery” will be..
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LIVES, October 10-14, 2026, Lisbon (CCL, Lisboa Congress Centre) In 2026, we invite you once again to join for 5 eventful days, between 10 and 14 October, for pre-congress educational courses,..
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Abstract Introduction Veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) is a life-sustaining technology that supports patients with severe acute respiratory failure. Indications and contraindications to VV ECMO are evolving and professional..
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Abstract Background Patients undergoing cardiac surgery frequently suffer impaired myocardial redox protection during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), with elderly patients facing higher complication risks. We investigated the redox-protective effects of blood..
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Abstract Background: Intraoperative iatrogenic aortic dissection (IAD) is an uncommon but serious complication of cardiac surgery, and available evidence remains limited, with most reports based on small series. This study..
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Abstract Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a common complication after pediatric cardiac surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). This study evaluated renal regional oxygen saturation (R-rSO₂), measured via near-infrared spectroscopy..
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Abstract More than 1 million patients worldwide undergo cardiac surgery each year, amounting to approximately 123 per 100,000 population. Cardiopulmonary bypass has been central to this success, facilitating the possibility of..
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Abstract BACKGROUND: Haptoglobin may reduce hemolysis-induced kidney injury in patients undergoing cardiovascular surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Haptoglobin may be given empirically when hemolytic urine is observed, or pre-emptively when..
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Abstract Objectives Del Nido cardioplegia has gained increasing popularity, evolving from its original use in paediatric and congenital heart surgery to widespread adoption in adult cardiac procedures. This review aims..
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Abstract The aim of this study is to investigate the mechanical influence on the aortic tissue when exposed to the liquid jet blasting effect produced by the aortic cannula during..
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Abstract Background Advances in medicine lead to an increase in the number of patients with concurrent heart disease and cancer. We investigated the effect of cardiac surgery under cardiopulmonary bypass..
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Abstract Introduction Continuous retrograde cardioplegia worsens surgeon’s vision while performing distal anastomosis in coronary artery bypass grafting operations. We investigated whether intermittent retrograde cardioplegia, which provides a bloodless surgical field..
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Abstract Objectives This quality improvement project aimed to enhance operating room efficiency in a newly established paediatric cardiac operating room by focusing on key performance indicators (KPI), including (1) first..
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Abstract Design Apixaban is a direct oral anticoagulant that inhibits factor Xa. Our objective was to examine the effect of apixaban on perioperative transfusion requirements in pediatric patients undergoing cardiac..
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Abstract Hemodynamic monitoring is a cornerstone of perioperative care in cardiac surgery, where patients are at high risk of cardiovascular instability and organ hypoperfusion. In recent years, goal-directed therapy (GDT)..
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Abstract Objectives This study hypothesizes that induced hypothermia (IH) can safely extend aortic cross-clamp (ACC) time, significantly reducing metabolic burden and end-organ injury, thereby enabling more comprehensive aortic arch reconstructions..
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Abstract Objective Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a serious concern in cardiac surgery, as heparin use in the at-risk patient can lead to devastating thrombosis. Management strategies for patients with confirmed..
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Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) may be a life-saving intervention for patients with respiratory or cardiac failure or cardiac arrest. Storing wet-preprimed ECMO circuits can reduce the time to initiate..
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Abstract Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is one of the most groundbreaking medical innovations in history, enabling safe and effective heart surgery by temporarily replacing the function of the heart and lungs...
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Abstract Objectives Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) or life support (ECLS) circuits are built from polymers and might release polymeric micro- and nanoparticles (MNP) into the circulation...
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