Tags Archives: cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB)

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Abstract Purpose Many believe that blood pressure management during cardiac surgery is associated with postoperative outcomes. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to determine..

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Blood Protection Method: Retrograde Autologous Prime   In order to carry out open heart surgery, the functions of the heart and lungs must be stopped and the blood inside the..

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Abstract The utilization of simulators for training is increasing in the professions associated with cardiac surgery. Before applying these simulators to high-stakes assessment, the simulator's output data must be validated...

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Abstract Circulatory arrest and left heart bypass are the most common approaches to manage perfusion during distal arch surgery. We report a novel perfusion technique utilized in the treatment of..

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Abstract Introduction Despite being a daily clinical application in cardiac operating theaters, an evidence-based approach on how to optimally initiate the heart–lung machine (HLM) to prevent critical phases of cerebral..

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Abstract Perfusion education programs use simulation to provide students with clinical skills prior to entering the operating room. To teach the psychomotor execution of skills in a simulation lab requires..

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Abstract Objectives To examine the  (PK) and  of a tranexamic (TXA) regimen designed for cardiac surgery with  (CPB). Design A pilot study quantifying TXA concentrations,  markers, and a plasmin- generation (PG) assay. For comparison,..

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Abstract Background: Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) is a common complication after cardiac surgery. There are no definite optimal glycemic threshold for pediatric patients receiving open-heart surgery with CPB. The..

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Abstract Objectives:  To present the recommendations and consensus statements with supporting literature for plasma and platelet transfusions in critically ill neonates and children undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass or..

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Abstract Retrograde autologous priming (RAP) is a process used to reduce hemodilution associated with the initiation of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Previous studies have reported potential benefits to RAP; however, many..

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Abstract Decrease of patient’s hematocrit level is a natural process which occurs during the initiation of cardiopulmonary bypass. To some extent it is a beneficial occurrence, but excessive hematocrit decrease..

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Abstract Cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury and brain injury remain common despite ongoing efforts to improve both the equipment and procedures deployed during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). The pathophysiology of injury..

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Abstract The role of intraoperative mechanical support during lung transplantation (LTx) is essential to provide a safe hemodynamic and ventilatory status during critical intraoperative events. This hemodynamic and ventilatory stability..

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Abstract Heart disease is among the most important health problems in our country and in the world. Heart diseases are widely repaired in adults, children and newborns with open heart..

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Abstract Background Rewarming on cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is associated with increased metabolic demands; however, it remains unclear whether cerebral autoregulation is affected during this phase. This RCT aims to describe..

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Abstract Objective To assess predictive factors of postoperative stroke in cardiac surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Design This study was a retrospective observational study. Setting This study was conducted at..

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Abstract Background: The role of pulsatile (PP) versus non-pulsatile (NP) flow during a cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is still debated. This study’s aim was to analyze hemodynamic effects, endothelial reactivity and erythrocytes..

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Abstract Introduction Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) –induced lung ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) injury remains a large challenge in cardiac surgery; up to date, no effective treatment has been found. Annexin A1 (AnxA1) has..

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Abstract Background Laboratory studies demonstrate glucose-insulin-potassium (GIK) as a potent cardioprotective intervention, but clinical trials have yielded mixed results, likely because of varying formulas and timing of GIK treatment and..

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Abstract Background To investigate the impact of the dynamic oxygenation status on the incidence of acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass. Methods This retrospective study was performed..

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Abstract Background The present study aims to compare regional oxygen supply determined by Near-Infrared Spectroscopy in the course of pulsatile perfusion with non-pulsatile perfusion during cardiopulmonary bypass in patients undergoing..

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Abstract The risk of redo sternotomy is greatly elevated in the setting of aortic proximity to the sternum. Current strategies to avoid catastrophic neurologic injury upon sternal reentry include establishment..

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Abstract Background Hyperlactatemia is associated with a poor prognosis in cardiac surgery patients. This study explored the impact of target blood pressure management during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) on blood lactate..

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Abstract Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cystic fibrosis and usual interstitial pneumonia are three most common indications for lung transplantation (LuTx) in Poland. As a result of irreversible destruction of..

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Abstract Intraoperative temperature regimen is usually planned preoperatively ‘in team’. Selecting and understanding the impact of the temperature regimen (normothermia, or mild, moderate or severe hypothermia) is usually related to..

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Abstract Introduction The aim of the current study was to evaluate the impact of increased blood lactate levels during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) on immediate results in patients who underwent open..

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Abstract Background Cardiopulmonary bypass is known to raise the risk of acute kidney injury (AKI). Previous studies have identified numerous risk factors of cardiopulmonary bypass including the possible impact of..

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Abstract Background To investigate the impact of the dynamic oxygenation status on the incidence of acute kidney injury (AKI) in patients undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass. Methods This retrospective study was performed..

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Abstract Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) circuits can significantly sequester intravenous anesthetics. Adsorption of medications by our institution’s standard circuit (Terumo CAPIOX FX05 oxygenator; noncoated polyvinylchloride tubing) has not been described. We..

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Abstract Introduction: Cardiopulmonary bypass causes a series of inflammatory events that have adverse effects on the outcome. The release of cytokines, including interleukins, plays a key role in the pathophysiology of..