Evaluation of the Quadrox-I Neonatal Oxygenator with an Integrated Arterial Filter
This study investigated the new QUADROX-i Neonatal Oxygenator (D-72145, Maquet, Hirrlingen, Germany) with an integrated arterial filter in terms of the hemodynamic properties and ability to clear GME in response to hypothermic versus normothermic conditions, open versus closed arterial filter purge line, and varying flow rates in a simulated CPB circuit identical to that of the clinical setting.
Factors Influencing Blood Transfusion Requirements in Robotic Totally Endoscopic Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting on the Arrested Heart
We investigated factors associated with transfusion requirements in totally endoscopic coronary artery bypass on the arrested heart (AH-TECAB).
Storage Time of Allogeneic Red Blood Cells is Associated With Risk of Severe Postoperative Infection After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
We therefore examined the association between the age of transfused RBCs and development of severe postoperative infection following coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) in a large population-based cohort study.
Comparing the Effects of 5% Albumin and 6% Hydroxyethyl Starch 130/0.4 on Coagulation and Inflammatory Response When Used as Priming Solutions for Cardiopulmonary Bypass
This prospective, randomized and controlled trial compares the use of human albumin (HA) and hydroxyethyl starch (HES) 130/0.4 in the priming solution for a non-biocompatible cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) circuit.
Venous Obstruction and Cerebral Perfusion During Experimental Cardiopulmonary Bypass
To investigate the effects on cerebral perfusion by experimental venous congestion of the superior vena cava (SVC) during bicaval cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) at 34 degrees C, pigs were subjected to SVC obstruction at levels of 75%, 50%, 25% and 0% of baseline SVC flow at two arterial flow levels (low, LQ, high, HQ).
Modified Ultrafiltration Attenuates Pulmonary-Derived Inflammatory Mediators in Response to Cardiopulmonary Bypass
We evaluated pulmonary inflammation in piglets undergoing CPB followed by MUF.
A Prospective Observational Study to Compare Conventional Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Surgery with Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting on Basis of EuroSCORE
The aim of this prospective observational study was to compare the mortality and morbidity between OPCAB and conventional CABG in three major preoperative groups as assessed by EuroSCORE.
Heparinized Cardiopulmonary Bypass Circuits and Low Systemic Anticoagulation: An Analysis of Nearly 6000 Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Heparin coating of cardiopulmonary bypass circuits reduces the inflammatory response and increases the thromboresistance during extracorporeal circulation. These properties enables a lower systemic heparin dose, which has been shown to reduce the need for blood transfusions. Experience with this technique accumulated over 11 years has been analyzed.
The Role of Registries in Cardiovascular Perfusion (Video)
Donald Likosky discusses the role of data registries in cardiovascular perfusion (38 minutes).
Mechanical Circulatory Support Trends (Video)
Dr. Alexis Shaffi from the Cleveland Clinical discusses current trends in mechanical circulatory support (30 minutes).
The Role of the Perfusionist in an MCS Program (Video)
David Fitzgerald discusses the role of the perfusionist in an MCS program (55 minutes).
Crystalloids and Colloids: Look Before You Leap (Video)
Gerard Meyers discusses current trends with volume replacement therapy in cardiac surgery (49 minutes).