Aprotinin Revisited
The present review revisits the aprotinin controversy.
The Impact of Hematocrit on Fibrin Clot Formation Assessed by Rotational Thromboelastometry
Therefore, in the current study we investigated the influence of perioperative hematocrit changes on FIBTEM and fibrinogen measurements.
Prohemostatic Treatment in Cardiac Surgery
This article will discuss pharmacological agents including antifibrinolytics, protamine, desmopressin, fibrinogen, purified protein concentrates, recombinant factor VIIa, factor XIII, and topical agents used in cardiac surgery.
Optimization of Thromboelastography-Guided Platelet Transfusion in Cardiovascular Surgery
Use of a TEG-guided transfusion protocol dramatically reduced PT after CPB, particularly in patients undergoing aortic arch aneurysm repair.
Pharmacokinetics of Tranexamic Acid in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery with Use of Cardiopulmonary Bypass
We conducted a study to assess pharmacokinetics of high-dose tranexamic acid for 24 h after administration of the drug in patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass.
An Assessment of Thromboelastometry to Monitor Blood Coagulation and Guide Transfusion Support in Liver Transplantation
This study was aimed at assessing the value of TEM in monitoring blood coagulation and guide transfusion support in OLT.
The Role of the VAD Perfusionist (EP Video)
Christopher Pierce discusses the new role of the VAD perfusionist (26:28 minutes).
Acute Massive Pulmonary Embolism and Hemodynamic Collapse in an 11 Week Post Cesarean Section Patient (EP Video)
Jenna Cornibe presents a case report on a patient 11 Week post cesarean section patient with a pulmonary embolism (27:54 minutes).