Clinical and Technical Limitations of Cerebral and Somatic Near-Infrared Spectroscopy as an Oxygenation Monitor
This narrative review explores those clinical and technical limitations and proposes solutions and alternatives in order to avoid some of those pitfalls.
Estimation Model for Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest Time to Predict Risk in Total Arch Replacement
As with the actual hypothermic circulatory arrest time, the predicted hypothermic circulatory arrest time using our model detected significant factors associated with major adverse outcomes. These results indicated that this prediction model for hypothermic circulatory arrest time may be effective.
Factors Associated with Acute Kidney Injury and Mortality During Cardiac Surgery
A history of hypertension was predictive of the development of CSA-AKI, and preoperative eGFR was an independent predictor of mortality in this cohort. Both factors are modifiable.
Lessons Learned on A New Procedure: Nonsternotomy Minimally Invasive Pulmonary Embolectomy
The initial data was positive and suggested that this approach is safe and feasible. We now broaden our experience with another two patients who underwent this approach, and highlight a number of technical and management modifications that have been made to optimize the procedure.
Complete Aortic Thrombosis in SARS-Cov-2 Infection
COVID-19 infection due to the SARS-CoV-2 virus has shown to be associated with a hypercoagulable state.
Correlating Oxygen Delivery on Cardiopulmonary Bypass with Society of Thoracic Surgeons Outcomes Following Cardiac Surgery
Low DO2 on bypass may be associated with morbidity/mortality following cardiac surgery, particularly in patients undergoing nonisolated CABG. These results underscore the importance of goal-directed perfusion strategies.
Hypofibrinogenemia Can Be Estimated by The Predictive Formula in Aortic Surgery
The SFL at the termination of CPB in aortic surgery can be predicted by the preoperative SFL, body weight, CPB time and surgical approach. The predictive formula is useful for developing a hemostasis strategy, including preparing for blood transfusion.
Observational Study of Thrombosis and Bleeding In COVID-19 VV ECMO Patients
We observed a high prevalence of VTE and a significant number of hemorrhages in these severely ill patients with COVID-19 requiring veno-venous ECMO support.
The Role of Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy in Pseudomyxoma Peritonei After Cytoreductive Surgery
In this cohort study, HIPEC was associated with better overall survival when performed after CRS in PMP, generally without adverse effects on surgical outcomes.