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Increased Incidence of Thrombosis in Patients at Risk of Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia Receiving Epoprostenol for Cardiac Surgery

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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Risk factors and treatment of oxygenator high-pressure excursions during cardiopulmonary bypass

Abstract Introduction: A high-pressure excursion (HPE) is a sudden increase in oxygenator inlet pressure during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). The aims of this study were to identify factors associated with HPE,..

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