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LMCA aneurysm LAD fistula to RV

Tricuspid atresia , pulmonary atresia intact IVS Ductus dependent pulmonary circulation LMCA aneurysm           Mohamed Gibreel , FEBR (Fellowship of Egyptian Board of Radiology ) Cardiac..

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MV Prolapse

    Mohamed Gibreel , FEBR (Fellowship of Egyptian Board of Radiology ) Cardiac imaging consultant at Aswan heart center -Magdi Yacoub Foundation , Egypt  

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Circumflex aortic arch,RT sided arch with LT sided descending aorta

    eo echocardio   Mohamed Gibreel , FEBR (Fellowship of Egyptian Board of Radiology ) Cardiac imaging consultant at Aswan heart center -Magdi Yacoub Foundation , Egypt    ..

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Paediatric intensive care challenges caused by indirect effects of the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has impacted people of all ages. Although children have been largely spared from the direct impact of the pandemic and only a minority..

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How to help a weak heart

Abstract In this interview, the renowned cardiac surgeon Thierry Carrel explains what happens when the heart becomes weak, what the different treatment options are and why the new approach from..

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Superior Myocardial Protection Using “Polarizing” Adenosine, Lidocaine, and Mg2+ Cardioplegia in Humans

Abstract  with current methods of  is still incomplete , , . Several studies have shown that hyperkalemic solution may lead to cell injury , . Adenosine-lidocaine-magnesium (ALM) is a new normokalemic, “polarizing” method of cardioplegia that..

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Comparison of 4-Factor Prothrombin Complex Concentrate With Frozen Plasma for Management of Hemorrhage During and After Cardiac Surgery

Abstract Importance  Approximately 15% of patients undergoing cardiac surgery receive frozen plasma (FP) for bleeding. Four-factor prothrombin complex concentrates (PCCs) have logistical and safety advantages over FP and may be a..

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Minimally Invasive Versus Sternotomy for Mitral Surgery in the Elderly: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Abstract Objective The safety of minimally invasive mitral valve surgery (MIMVS) in elderly patients is still debated. Our objective was to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis of studies comparing..

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Extubate Before Venovenous Extracorporeal Membranous Oxygenation Decannulation or Decannulate While Remaining on the Ventilator? The EuroELSO 2019 Weaning Survey

Abstract Patients who receive venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) support upon failure of invasive mechanical ventilation (IMV) and other adjuncts, including low tidal volume, prone positioning, adjusted positive end-expiratory pressure, and..

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We Asked the Experts: Autotransfusion for the Provision of Blood in Lower-and-Middle-Income Countries

Abstract Space travel is often touted as the pinnacle of human progress, with the current missions to Mars an example thereof []. For those living in Lower-and-Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), this..

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Basics of extra corporeal membrane oxygenation: a pediatric intensivist’s perspective

Abstract Extra Corporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is one of the most advanced forms of life support therapy in the Intensive Care Unit. It relies on the principle where an external..

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Cardiac axes

  English    Arabian      Mohamed Gibreel , FEBR (Fellowship of Egyptian Board of Radiology ) Cardiac imaging consultant at Aswan heart center -Magdi Yacoub Foundation , Egypt  ..

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Optimal Fluoroscopic Projections of Coronary Ostia and Bifurcations Defined by Computed Tomographic Coronary Angiography

Abstract Objectives The aim of this study was to define the optimal fluoroscopic viewing angles of both coronary ostia and important coronary bifurcations by using 3-dimensional multislice computed tomographic data...

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Testing for Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction

Abstract Coronary microvascular dysfunction refers to abnormal dilation and constriction of the small blood vessels in the heart.   What Is Coronary Microvascular Dysfunction? The small blood vessels in the heart,..

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Transthoracic echocardiography views

Here you can see a broad overview of the transthoracic echocardiography views. Save this post to have a quick reference in case you’ll need it on the go and tag..

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Eosinophilic Myocarditis in a Patient with Sickle Cell Disease

Abstract A 23-year-old man with sickle cell disease treated with splenectomy and allogenic stem cell transplantation presented with recurrent chest pain, elevated cardiac enzymes, and unremarkable electrocardiography. His work-up revealed..

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The Safe Addition of Nitric Oxide into the Sweep Gas of the Extracorporeal Circuit during Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Extracorporeal Life…

Abstract Low cardiac output syndrome and the systemic inflammatory response are consequences of the cardiac surgical perioperative course. The mechanisms responsible are multifactorial, but recent studies have shown that nitric..

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Fetal circulation

The blood that flows through the fetus is actually more complicated than after the baby is born (). This is because the mother (the placenta) is doing the work that..

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Angelprotec critical care team.

With 28 years experiance.working worldwide. Inc india,cambodia,nepal,kenya. We give eight weeks free service.you supply flights and visa costs.we give up salary. We are happy to stay in hospital or if..

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Efficacy and cost-effectiveness of cell saver usage in the repair of thoracic aortic aneurysms and dissections

Abstract Introduction: A substantial amount of blood loss occurs during the open repair of aortic aneurysms or dissections. The aim of the present study is to determine the efficacy and..

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Timeout procedure in paediatric surgery: effective tool or lip service? A randomised prospective observational study

Abstract Background  For over a decade, the preoperative timeout procedure has been implemented in most paediatric surgery units. However, the impact of this intervention has not been systematically studied. This..

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Perioperative Cryoprecipitate Waste Reduction

Abstract Improvement of operating room efficiency regarding perioperative blood product transfusion is fundamental for surgical patients. The aim of this study was to 1) assess the use of cryoprecipitate in..

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Extracellular Vesicles in Autologous Cell Salvaged Blood in Orthopedic Surgery

  Abstract Background: Cell salvage is highly recommended in orthopedic surgery to avoid allogeneic transfusions. Preparational steps during cell salvage may induce extracellular vesicle (EV) formation with potential thrombogenic activity...

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Safety and Efficacy of Vasopressin After Fontan Completion: A Randomized Pilot Study

Take Home Points:    Vasopressin infusion after Fontan completion was associated with reduced transpulmonary gradient and chest tube drainage in the early postoperative period. A larger multi-institutional study will be..

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Acute kidney injury post‐heart transplant: An analysis of peri‐operative risk factors

Abstract Acute kidney injury is a common complication following heart transplantation, and the factors contributing to acute kidney injury are not well understood. We conducted a retrospective cohort study evaluating..

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