Abstract Objectives: To investigate the effect of albumin exposure in ICU after cardiac surgery on hospital mortality, complications, and costs. Design: A retrospective, single-center cohort study with economic evaluation. Setting:..
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Abstract Objectives Calcium and magnesium are concentration-dependent pro- and anticoagulant cofactors, and magnesium behaves similarly to calcium in the presence of citrate. The authors hypothesized that magnesium can cause clot..
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Abstract Objective To evaluate the current practice of perioperative fluid management in cardiac surgery patients. Design Multiple choice survey with 26 questions about existing practice of perioperative fluid management in..
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Abstract Objectives: To determine the clinical benefit of using colloids versus crystalloids for volume resuscitation in children admitted after cardiac surgery. Design: Retrospective pre-/postintervention cohort study. Setting: Stollery Children’s Hospital..
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Abstract Blood conservation measures to reduce perioperative blood loss during cardiac surgery have been a subject of focus in recent years. This is due in part to the high cost..
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