Abstract Introduction A basic prerequisite for a good surgical outcome in heart surgery is optimal myocardial protection. However, cardioplegia strategies used in adult cardiac surgery are not directly transferable to..
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Abstract BACKGROUND: Bleeding is a serious complication after pediatric cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) that is associated with an increase in perioperative morbidity and mortality. Four-factor prothrombin complex concentrates (4F-PCCs) have been..
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Abstract The desired use of the HPH Jr. is optimal due to the low priming volume; however, the lower rate of volume removal necessitates utilization of a larger hemofilter. Larger..
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