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.
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Versus Mechanical Ventilation Alone in Adults with Severe Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
This study showed that the ECMO group exhibited a significantly lower mortality rate compared with the MV alone group at 90, 30 and 60 days for severe ARDS patients.
Successful Antithrombin Administration in Andexanet Alfa-Associated Heparin Resistance
During routine CPB, high-dose unfractionated heparin (UFH) prevents consumptive coagulopathy and the formation of thrombi within the CPB circuit and the patient's circulation. Prior treatment with andexanet alfa can pose difficulties in achieving adequate anticoagulation during CPB with UFH. The administration of antithrombin, in combination with UFH, may overcome these difficulties.