Comparison of the Effects of Sevoflurane and Isoflurane on Myocardial Protection in Coronary Bypass Surgery
The aim of this prospective randomized study was to compare the myocardial protective effects of sevoflurane and isoflurane during coronary bypass surgery.
Perfusion and Aortic Surgery: Patient Directed Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Quality Improvement
We present the concepts of patient directed bypass with regard to blood pressure, flow-during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), oxygen delivery, cooling, and carbon dioxide levels on bypass.
Vacuum-Assisted Venous Drainage in Tricuspid Valve Re-Replacement
We report the case of a 69-year-old female with severe right heart failure who underwent tricuspid valve re-replacement 28 years after the initial tricuspid valve replacement.
Platelet-Rich Plasma Versus Platelet-Poor Plasma in the Management of Chronic Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Comparative Study
The aim of this study is to investigate the efficiency of platelet releasate on the healing of chronic diabetic ulcers in comparison with platelet-poor plasma (PPP).
The Appropriateness of Red Blood Cell Use and the Extent of Overtransfusion: Right Decision? Right Amount?
This study aimed to ascertain the levels of inappropriate practice and factors associated with it.