Improved Long-Term Survival for Diabetic Patients with Surgical Versus Interventional Revascularization
We undertook a prospective registry of coronary revascularization (CR) in diabetic patients with CABG, on-pump and off-pump, and PCI with bare-metal and drug-eluting stents to determine long-term clinical outcomes.
Plasma Free Hemoglobin Is an Independent Predictor of Mortality among Patients on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support
Hemolysis is common in all extracorporeal circuits as evident by the elevated plasma free hemoglobin (PFHb) level. We investigated whether increased hemolysis during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an independent mortality predictor.
Hybrid Coronary Revascularization Versus Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting for Multi-vessel Coronary Artery Disease: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
The purpose of this meta-analysis was to compare the short-term outcomes of hybrid coronary revascularization (HCR) with those of coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) for multivessel coronary artery disease (MCAD).
Prasugrel increases the need for Platelet Transfusions and Surgical Reexploration Rates compared with Clopidogrel in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
is associated with an increased need for platelet transfusions
Acute Kidney Injury and Prognosis after Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Meta-Analysis of Cohort Studies
CPB-associated AKI is associated with a more than 2-fold increase in early mortality regardless of AKI definition
Acid-Base Pathophysiology after 130 Years: Confusing, Irrational and Controversial
Despite huge progress in acid-base knowledge, several confusing, irrational and controversial issues remain