Evolving Science of Platelets and PRP (EP Video)

Postoperative Acute Kidney Injury

Acute kidney injury (AKI) after cardiac surgery is a common and serious complication. Identifying risk factors, such as old age, underlying diabetes, heart failure, and obesity, may aid in the application of preventative methods for postoperative AKI.

The Effects of Various Leukocyte Filtration Strategies in Cardiac Surgery

The aim of this study is to systematically review the available evidence on leukocyte filtration in cardiac surgery, focusing on its effect on systemic inflammation and whether this has influenced clinical outcomes.