A Laboratory Study of the Effects of Processing Blood through a Cell Salvage Device and Leucocyte Depletion Filter on Levels of Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines and Bradykinin
We investigated changes in concentrations of interleukin-1β, interleukin-6, tumour necrosis factor-α and bradykinin in blood during passage through a cell salvage device and a leucocyte depletion filter
Restoration of the Coagulation Cascade on CPB: A Case Report
Coagulopathy can sometimes be observed when CPB times are prolonged.
Hot Shot Induction and Reperfusion with a Specific Blocker of the es-ENT1 Nucleoside Transporter Before and after Hypothermic Cardioplegia Abolishes Myocardial Stunning in Acutely Ischemic Hearts Despite Metabolic Derangement
Inhibition of cardiac es-ENT1 nucleoside transporter abolishes postischemic reperfusion injury in warm and cold cardiac surgery.
The Relationship between Low Intraoperative Hematocrit Levels during Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Postoperative Neurological Events
The objective of our study is to analyze whether low intraoperative hematocrit levels have an effect upon postoperative neurological events.
Overview of the 2012 Food and Drug Administration Circulatory System Devices Panel Meeting on the Reclassification of External Counterpulsation, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, and Non-Roller-Type Cardiopulmonary Bypass Blood Pump Devices
The Food and Drug Administration held a Circulatory System Devices Advisory Panel meeting,
Unexpected Abrupt Increase in Left Ventricular Assist Device Thrombosis
We investigated the occurrence of pump thrombosis and elevated lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) levels, LDH levels presaging thrombosis (and associated hemolysis), and outcomes of different management strategies in a multi-institutional study.
Leukocyte Depletion During CPB: Effects on Inflammation and Lung Function
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of CPB leukocyte filtration on inflammation and lung function after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).
Impact of Cold Ischemia on Mitochondrial Function in Porcine Hearts and Blood Vessels
The effects of cold storage using Custodiol® (Histidine-Tryptophan-Ketoglutarate, HTK) or isotonic saline solution on mitochondrial function in hearts (left and rights ventricles) and various blood vessels of pigs were investigated.
Cardioprotection with Esmolol Cardioplegia: Efficacy as a Blood-Based Solution
An esmolol-based cardioplegic solution may be a beneficial alternative to hyperkalaemic solutions.
The Impact of Crystalloidal and Colloidal Infusion Preparations on Coronary Vascular Integrity, Interstitial Oedema and Cardiac Performance in Isolated Hearts
It appears important to maintain the pH value within a physiological range to maintain optimal myocardial contractility.