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Impact of Resident-Led Operating on Outcomes in Adult Cardiac Surgery: A 10-Year Propensity-Matched Analysis

Abstract Objectives Cardiac surgical training in today's day and age faces significant challenges, including declining operative volumes, increasing case complexity, transcatheter interventions, and shorter training programmes, amongst others. Although it..

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Iron-related protein in prediction of acute kidney injury in the pediatric population after cardiac surgery

Abstract Background Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) is a frequent post-operative complication following cardiac surgery in the clinical setting. Iron metabolism disorders are a key cause of kidney injury during the..

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Nitric oxide delivery into the sweep flow of ECMO systems: Technical challenges and solutions

Abstract Sweep gas nitric oxide (sNO) is emerging as an adjunctive therapy, which may have positive impacts on thrombosis and inflammation during ECMO treatment. sNO is administered to the gas..

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The “Heart-and-Brain Interaction” in Newborns with Complex Congenital Heart Disease

Abstract Objectives Neonates with complex congenital heart disease (CHD), in particular newborns with hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) or transposition of the great arteries (TGA), may show brain pathologies and..

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Revisiting the safety of intraoperative cell salvage in cancer surgery: how to evaluate the functional properties of remaining cancer cells

Abstract Cancer surgery accounts for a substantial proportion of allogeneic blood use. As demographic changes lead to a growing number of oncologic procedures, transfusion demands are increasing, while blood supply..

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Curso teórico-práctico de entrenamiento en ECMO neonatal y pediátrico - Marzo/Mayo

Dirigido a: enfermeros, fisioterapeutas, perfusionistas y médicos con experiencia o formación en cuidados intensivos o especialidades afines Idioma: español Sesiones prácticas: Clínica Shaio, Bogotá – Colombia Certificación: Aval ELSO Latam. En gestión..

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Curso teórico-práctico de entrenamiento en ECMO adulto - Marzo/Mayo

Dirigido a: enfermeros, fisioterapeutas, perfusionistas y médicos con experiencia o formación en cuidados intensivos o especialidades afines Idioma: español Sesiones prácticas: Clínica Shaio, Bogotá – Colombia Certificación: Aval ELSO Latam. En gestión..

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Pediatric Perfusion Retreat 2026 - Oct 9/10

Time & Location Oct 09, 2026, 3:00 PM – Oct 10, 2026, 4:30 PM Atlanta, 2220 N Druid Hills Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30329, USA

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ECPR in the futile traumatic patient: breaking paradigms or fanciful optimism?

Abstract Many of us have looked at the dying trauma patient and wondered: why can’t we do better? The pathology is often deceptively simple—either there’s not enough circulating blood volume or a..

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Call for Standardized Intraoperative Weaning and Decannulation Practices in Venoarterial ECMO: Need for Consensus and Clinical Guidelines

Abstract Assessment of readiness for venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) weaning relies on hemodynamic and metabolic parameters of cardiac and respiratory functions. Lactate clearance, inotropic support, and echocardiographic criteria,..

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Perioperative Acute Kidney Injury: What’s New in 2025?

Abstract Perioperative acute kidney injury (AKI) is a frequent complication that affects outcomes well beyond the perioperative period. Its mechanisms remain incompletely understood, arising from the interplay of comorbidities, surgical..

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Preoperative untargeted SPME-LC/HRMS-based metabolomic profiling in cardiac surgical patients identified prognostic biomarkers for postoperative outcomes

Abstract Background Circulating metabolite profiles may reflect the physiological status before cardiac surgery and could contribute to predicting clinical outcome. Accordingly, metabolite levels may improve risk models as clinical models..

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Elevated oxygen extraction during heart transplantation is associated with increased morbidity and mortality: Implications for goal-directed perfusion

Abstract Background Goal-directed perfusion (GDP) during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) commonly targets indexed oxygen delivery (DO2i), yet fixed delivery thresholds may ignore patient-specific metabolic demand. The oxygen extraction ratio (O2ER) integrates..

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A Perioperative Blood Conservation Protocol to Achieve Successful Bloodless Heart Transplantation

Abstract Heart transplantation (HT) is the definitive therapy for end-stage heart failure. Patients unwilling to receive blood product transfusions are often considered ineligible for HT due to the significant perioperative..

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Training communication skills in a multiuser medical virtual reality simulation: a qualitative, observational study

Abstract Background Simulation-based education is a well-established training technique in medical curricula, also for communication skills. Virtual reality (VR) technology can enhance this form of experience-based learning. How VR interacts..

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Modified cardiac power output as a marker for left ventricular recovery during V-A ECMO

Abstract Dear Editor, The timely liberation of cardiogenic shock (CS) patients from veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (V-A ECMO) is crucial to reduce device  complications, although the predictor of weaning is..

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Pharmacological Research Agenda on Adult Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Using the Delphi Method: A Position Paper of the Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation…

Abstract OBJECTIVES:  Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a critical intervention for patients with severe cardiac or respiratory failure. However, pharmacological management for ECMO-supported patients presents unique challenges due to alterations..

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Neuromonitoring Techniques in ECMO

Abstract Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is a critical life-support therapy for patients with severe cardiac and/or respiratory failure, but it carries a significant risk of neurological complications. This narrative review..

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Continuous furosemide does not prevent cardiopulmonary bypass-related acute kidney injury in minimally invasive cardiac surgery: the randomized furosemide trial

Abstract Objectives: This study aimed to assess whether continuous furosemide administration during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) in minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) reduces the incidence of cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury..

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UK multisociety consensus statement on the emergency management and resuscitation of patients with left-sided Impella support

Abstract The use of left-sided Impella microaxial flow pumps has expanded rapidly for the management of cardiogenic shock, left ventricular unloading and as a bridge to heart transplantation. However, standard..

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LVAD Implantation in Pediatric Population

LVAD Implantation in Pediatric Population inflow from LV and outflow to Ascending Aorta.   LVAD Implantation in the Pediatric Population   By Sam Zeraatiannejaddavani, MD   ⸻   A —..

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How to Prime an EVLP device

How to Prime an EVLP device from A to Z with back table LA and PA cuff srcuring and Dextran Priming as well connecting to EVLP.   Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad..

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Postoperative glycemic variability as a predictor for one-year mortality following coronary artery bypass grafting: a retrospective cohort study

Abstract Background Increased postoperative glycemic variability (GV) has been shown to be associated with an increased risk for adverse outcomes. However, the impact of postoperative GV on the long-term mortality..

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Association of Low Oxygen Delivery on Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Increased Long-Term Mortality

Abstract Background Although delivering less oxygen is associated with acute kidney injury, little is known about its association with long-term mortality and how the association may be modified by transfusion...

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Development and application of a novel framework for mobility & rehabilitation under support of extracorporeal life support: The MUSECLS framework

Abstract Introduction Mobility and rehabilitation for patients supported on extracorporeal life support (ECLS) are high-risk and resource-intensive endeavors that currently lack a standardized framework to guide comprehensive program development. This..

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Clinical Guideline for Treating Acute Respiratory Insufficiency with Invasive Ventilation and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: Updated Evidence- Based Recommendations for Choosing…

Abstract Invasive mechanical ventilation remains a cornerstone in the treatment of critically ill patients suffering from acute respiratory failure, providing life-sustaining gas exchange while necessitating careful selection of modes and..

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Effect of artificial intelligence in extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Objectives To evaluate the effectiveness of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in improving clinical outcomes in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) management, focusing on ECMO initiation, prognosis, and complications. Methods A meta-analysis following..

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Optimizing IABP–patient interaction in VA-ECMO via transcranial doppler

Abstract Background Patients supported with veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation may receive an intra-aortic balloon pump to reduce left ventricular afterload and improve aortic diastolic pressure. However, the effect of this..

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Chest Wound Gunshot Management Aided by Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Interdisciplinary Teamwork or “Serendipity”?

Abstract Background and clinical significance. Penetrating cardiothoracic wounds require prompt treatment in order to decrease mortality and morbidity. Surgical therapy, aimed at bleeding control and removal of damaged tissue, varies widely..

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Bilateral Lung Transplant

  Cardiopulmonary bypass is established following systemic heparinization to achieve an activated clotting time greater than four hundred and eighty seconds. Arterial cannulation is performed in the ascending aorta, while..

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