Introduction Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is essential for modern cardiac surgery, allowing complex repairs and reconstructions by diverting blood away from the heart and lungs. However, during this process, the heart's..
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Abstract: Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) induces a multifactorial systemic inflammatory response that significantly contributes to postoperative complications such as acute lung injury, renal dysfunction, and increased morbidity. This response is initiated..
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Introduction Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) has revolutionized cardiac surgery by temporarily taking over the function of the heart and lungs during complex procedures. Central to this technique is the management of..
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Introduction Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) plays a pivotal role in modern cardiac surgery by temporarily assuming the functions of the heart and lungs during complex procedures. However, despite its life-saving capabilities,..
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Introduction: Cardiac surgery is among the most delicate and high-risk procedures in modern medicine, and the use of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is central to its success. In this complex setting,..
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Introduction Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is a cornerstone of modern cardiac surgery, facilitating complex intracardiac procedures by temporarily assuming the function of the heart and lungs. One of the most critical..
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Abstract Background The objective of this study was to evaluate mean cerebral blood flow velocity, gaseous microemboli (GME) counts, regional cerebral oxygen saturation (rSO2), and clinical outcomes using multimodality neuromonitoring..
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Abstract Predictive scoring systems for adult patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support for sepsis have not been yet reported. Based on the Chinese Society of ExtraCorporeal Life Support (CSECLS)..
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Abstract Every year, more and more adults and children with severe cardiac and/or respiratory failure require connection to extracorporeal circulation (ECC). Despite a life-saving role in emergency settings, the use..
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Abstract BACKGROUND: A preservation system, the Organ Care System (OCS; TransMedics) uses normothermic pulsatile perfusion during organ transport for heart transplantation. This system has demonstrated favorable outcomes in hearts recovered..
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Abstract Objective To establish a nomogram for predicting the occurrence of postoperative delirium (POD) in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Materials and methods Data from 5379 patients were retrieved from the..
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Abstract OBJECTIVES Differences in inflammatory responses between men and women may contribute to sex disparities in cardiac surgery outcomes. We investigated how sex differences influence systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS)..
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Abstract Patients undergoing liver transplantation infrequently require extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support. However, when ECMO is required in the peritransplant period, several key considerations are required to maximize the efficacy..
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Abstract Objectives To identify differences in the reported vasoplegia incidence, intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay (LOS), and 30-day mortality rates as influenced by different vasoplegia definitions used in..
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Abstract Background The use of venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) as a cardiocirculatory support has tremendously increased in critically ill patients. Although fluid therapy is an essential component of the..
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Abstract Background This study aimed to systematically search for relevant evidence on the management of kinesiophobia in patients after cardiac surgery both home and abroad. The evidence was evaluated and..
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Abstract BACKGROUND: Critically ill patients who receive circulatory or respiratory assist using extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) may develop hemolysis, which can complicate the delivery of supportive care and be a..
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The echo lady; Lorena De Vanna, is a cardiac and respiratory physiologist graduated from the Central University of Venezuela. She currently holds British Society of Echocardiography accreditation..
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Preparing the Child lung for transplant into the Adult patient with usage of EVLPD or Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion Device a practical application which every Perfusionist should be familiar with...
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Totally Robotic Left Atrial Myxoma Removal with Ant.Lat Thoracotomy of the right chest limited accress femoral and Int.Jugular Cannula inserted for total inflow occlusion technique as well as cardio with..
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A complete advance series of lung procurement and usage of ex vivo lung perfusion technologies or device either in the presence of pulmonary thromboembolism. Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, CEO..
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Abstract A circular shunt, initially described by Shone et al. in 1962, refers to abnormal blood recirculation through complete intracardiac or intra- and extracardiac communications, bypassing the capillary beds. This..
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Abstract Background Anterior myocardial infarction standard of care prioritizes swift coronary reperfusion. Recent studies show left ventricular (LV) unloading with transvalvular axial flow pumps for 30 minutes before reperfusion (vs..
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Abstract Background Hemolysis is a common complication in critically ill patients with sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) or therapy with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Heme degradation product bilirubin might..
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Abstract Objective This study aims to elucidate the relationship between thyroid function and surgical prognosis in patients undergoing cardiac and major vascular surgeries. Methods A retrospective cohort study was conducted..
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Abstract Over 10% of children develop thrombosis after cardiac surgery for congenital heart disease. Children with a single ventricle physiology have the highest risk of thrombosis associated with increased length..
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Abstract Background Hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) are associated with morbidity and mortality in children following congenital cardiac surgery. Our center performs approximately 200 congenital surgeries a year, but infection rates and..
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Abstract While it is established that complement receptor molecules on the surface of erythrocytes are crucial for the clearance of immune complexes in the body, the molecular mechanisms underlying the..
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