Remote Ischemic Precondition Preserves Cerebral Oxygen Tension during Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest
This study shows that RIPC performed before HCA conserves the cerebral oxygen tension during a circulatory arrest.
Platelet Function Measurement-Based Strategy to Reduce Bleeding and Waiting Time in Clopidogrel-Treated Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
We evaluated the role of platelet function testing in clopidogrel-treated patients undergoing CABG.
Contribution of Endogenous Bradykinin to Fibrinolysis, Inflammation, and Blood Product Transfusion Following Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial
This study tested the hypothesis that endogenous bradykinin contributes to the fibrinolytic and inflammatory response to CPB
Admission Rapid Thrombelastography Can Replace Conventional Coagulation Tests in the Emergency Department: Experience with 1974 Consecutive Trauma Patients
We hypothesized that r-TEGs more reliably predict blood component transfusion than CCTs.
Use of a Single-Circuit CentriMag® for Biventricular Support in Postpartum Cardiomyopathy
This technology allows for the CentriMag® to be considered as an early option for biventricular support in the treatment and management of these patients as a bridge to recovery.
Risk of Renal Dysfunction after Less Invasive Multivessel Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Several centers have established that off-pump, multivessel coronary artery bypass grafting performed via a small thoracotomy (MVST) is feasible.
Effect of the Adjunct of Carbon Dioxide during Cardiopulmonary Bypass on Cerebral Oxygenation
This paper points out how the use of an external source of CO2 effects on the absolute value of cerebral NIRS during cardiac surgery on cardiopulmonary bypass.
Alternative Myocardial Protection Strategies are Necessary in Patients with Intramural Aortic Course of Anomalous Coronary Artery
We believe that antegrade cardioplegia via the aortic root caused increased pressure in the aorta