The Role of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis in Showing the Benefits of Automation in the Blood Bank
Failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) is a risk management tool used by the manufacturing industry but now being applied in laboratories.
Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: An Overview of QI
It is important for pediatric providers to be involved in quality improvement (QI) activities to improve children’s health outcomes.
Developing a Benchmarking Process in Perfusion: A Report of the Perfusion Downunder Collaboration
The Perfusion Downunder Collaboration has established a multi-center perfusion focused database aimed at achieving these goals through the development of quantitative quality indicators for clinical improvement through benchmarking.
Influence of Red Blood Cell Storage Time on Clinical Course and Cytokine Profile in Septic Shock Patients
The present study investigates the effects of red blood cell storage time on the clinical course and hemodynamic and laboratory parameters in patients with septic shock.
A Randomized Study of Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery Performed with the Resting Heart™ System Utilizing a Low vs a Standard Dosage of Heparin
This study aimed at evaluating the effects of reduced doses of heparin and protamine on the patient outcome, using a heparin-coated mini-cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) system.
The Choice of the Intravenous Fluid Influences the Tolerance of Acute Normovolemic Anemia in Anesthetized Domestic Pigs
The choice of the intravenous fluid has an impact on the tolerance of acute normovolemic anemia induced by acellular volume replacement.
A Case-Controlled Evaluation of the Medtronic Resting Heart System Compared with Conventional Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Patients Undergoing Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
The Medtronic Resting Heart System (RHS) is a heparin-coated, closed perfusion circuit.
Counterpulsation with Symphony Prevents Retrograde Carotid, Aortic, and Coronary Flows Observed with Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Support
A counterpulsation device (Symphony) is being developed to provide long-term circulatory support for advanced heart failure (HF) patients.
Intraoperative Lactate Levels and Postoperative Complications of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
Correlate arterial lactate levels during the intraoperative period of children undergoing cardiac surgery and the occurrence of complications in the postoperative period.