Abstract Hyperoxia in pediatric cardiopulmonary bypass patients is associated with adverse effects, including reoxygenation injury, increased mortality, heightened inflammatory response, and cerebral injury. Although prior research has demonstrated a correlation..
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Abstract The declining birth rate and aging population are becoming increasingly serious social issues in Japan. In this report, we summarize the current congenital heart surgery and pediatric perfusion practices..
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Abstract The American Society of ExtraCorporeal Technology (AmSECT) has created the following document based on clinical evidence and currently accepted perfusion practices. Perfusionists are the only allied healthcare professionals formally..
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Abstract Background: The aim of this study was to compare three different blood washing techniques and describe the differences for the composition of the washed red blood cells (RBC). Methods:..
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Mr. Curt Shelley, MEd, RRT-NPS discusses pediatric ECMO and is interviewed by Joe Basha, CCP about the program he is the director of at Memorial Hermann, Memorial Children's, Texas Medical..
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Abstract Perfusion strategies for have direct consequences on pediatric cardiac surgery outcomes. However, inconsistent study results and a lack of uniform evidence-based guidelines for pediatric cardiopulmonary bypass management have led to..
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