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Introduction Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is essential in cardiac surgery, but high-risk patients—such as pediatric, geriatric, and renal-compromised individuals—require specialized priming strategies to optimize outcomes. A one-size-fits-all approach can lead to..

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Introduction Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is a critical component of cardiac surgery, allowing the heart to be temporarily stopped while maintaining circulation and oxygenation. Proper hemodynamic management during CPB is essential..

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Introduction Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is a life-saving technology that temporarily replaces the heart and lungs during cardiac surgery. The choice of priming solution plays a crucial role in maintaining hemodynamic..

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1. Introduction Cardioplegia plays a crucial role in myocardial protection during cardiac surgery by inducing controlled cardiac arrest and minimizing ischemic injury. Over the years, various cardioplegia strategies have evolved,..

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Introduction Isolated Limb Perfusion (ILP) is a targeted chemotherapy technique used primarily for treating locally advanced limb malignancies, such as soft tissue sarcomas and melanoma. By isolating the limb’s vascular..

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Introduction Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) is an advanced oncologic perfusion technique designed to treat peritoneal carcinomatosis, a condition where cancer spreads within the peritoneal cavity (Sugarbaker, 1995). This innovative approach..

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Left Heart Bypass: An Overview Introduction Left Heart Bypass (LHB) is a surgical technique used to temporarily divert blood from the left side of the heart to maintain distal perfusion..

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Introduction The history of cardiac surgery in Pakistan is often credited to various institutions, but a lesser-known and largely undocumented fact is that the first open-heart surgery in Pakistan was..

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Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is a cornerstone of modern cardiac surgery, enabling complex procedures by temporarily taking over the heart and lung functions. However, one of the most critical aspects of..

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Introduction The European Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (EBCP) establishes standardized guidelines to ensure quality and safety in perfusion practices across Europe. These guidelines provide a framework for clinical protocols, training,..

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Serum lactate is a critical biomarker in cardiac surgery, offering insights into tissue oxygenation and metabolic status. Elevated lactate levels during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) can indicate inadequate perfusion, hypoxia, or..

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Introduction Blood gas management during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is crucial for optimizing oxygen delivery and cerebral perfusion, especially in temperature-regulated surgeries such as deep hypothermic circulatory arrest (DHCA). Two primary..

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Perfusionists play a critical role in cardiac surgery and extracorporeal support, ensuring optimal oxygenation and circulation during procedures. However, given the complexity of the field, even experienced professionals can make..

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Preamble Clinical practice guidelines consolidate and evaluate all pertinent evidence on a specific topic available at the time of their formulation. The goal is to assist physicians in determining the..

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Abstract Background: Improvement in professional advancement opportunities may reduce turnover and improve retention for perfusionists. However, the current literature lacks examples of professional advancement models (PAMs) for perfusionists.  Methods: This..

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Abstract Introduction This study aimed to examine the educational challenges faced by perfusionists in Japan. Although Japan has over 400 cardiovascular surgery centers, it performs fewer surgeries than by countries..

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Abstract While the process of teaching student perfusionists has been in development since the 1950s, the publication of the processes to improve perfusion clinical education has been largely lacking. Publications..

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Abstract The cardiac operating room (OR) is a high-risk, high-stakes environment inserted into a complex socio-technical healthcare system. During cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), the most critical phase of cardiac surgery, the..

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Abstract Background: Performing cardiopulmonary bypass is a complex task which involves evaluating visual input from patient monitors and technical parameters displayed at the heart-lung machine console as well as reacting to..

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Abstract Background  (ECMO) is a resource-intense modality of care whose use has grown exponentially. We examined volume and utilization trends to identify the financial break-even point that might serve to..

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Abstract The cardiac surgery operating room is a high-risk and complex environment in which multiple experts work as a team to provide safe and excellent care to patients. During the..

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Abstract Objectives This study aimed to develop the Perfusionists' Intraoperative Non-Technical Skills tool, specifically to the perfusionists' context, and test its inter-rater reliability. Methods An expert panel was convened to..