Does Diltiazem Inhibit the Inflammatory Response in Cardiopulmonary Bypass?
Background: The objective of our study was to investigate the anti-inflammatory effect and inhibiting action of diltiazem, a calcium channel blocking agent, […]
Is There Still a Place for Dopamine in the Modern ICU?
Introduction: For many years, dopamine was considered an essential drug in the intensive care unit (ICU) for its cardiovascular effects and, even […]
An Introduction to Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
Introduction Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is a form of partial cardiopulmonary bypass used for long-term support of respiratory and/or cardiac function. This […]
Use of a Mechanical Assist Device for Children with End-Stage Cardiomyopathy Lessens Mortality While on Heart Transplant
Mechanical assist devices for children with end-stage cardiomyopathy who are waiting for a heart transplant may minimise the number of deaths that […]
Edwards Lifesciences Reports Strong Gains in First Quarter Net Income
Edwards Lifesciences Corporation (NYSE: EW) today reported 56 percent net income growth and 50 percent earnings per share growth for the first […]
Heart-Lung Transplant Found to Benefit Eisenmenger Syndrome
Heart-lung transplantation may offer a survival benefit to patients with Eisenmenger Syndrome, especially those with ventricular septal defect. Canadian and American researchers […]
Coronary Bypass Safe in Patients With Low Ejection Fraction
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters Health) – Patients with coronary artery disease and severely impaired left ventricular ejection fraction can still benefit from coronary […]
Elevated Endothelin-1 Level In Urine Linked To Early Phase Heart Disease
Increased levels of endothelin-1 can be detected earlier in the urine than in the plasma of heart disease patients and are closely […]
Infected Gums Leak Endotoxins Into the Bloodstream
Individuals with severe periodontal disease may be prone to releasing endotoxins into their bloodstream, which may help explain the link between gum […]
Epicardial Radiofrequency Ablation During Open Heart Surgery Stops Atrial Fibrillation
Surgeons have been able to abort atrial fibrillation by employing epicardial radiofrequency ablation techniques in patients with long-term atrial fibrillation undergoing open-heart […]
Platelet-Rich Plasma Gel Promotes Differentiation and Regeneration During Equine Wound Healing
Nonhealing wounds of the lower equine limb represent a challenging model. The platelet is a natural source of a myriad of growth […]
Excimer Laser Coronary Angioplasty Safe And Effective In Treating Acute Coronary Syndromes
The Spectranetics Corporation announced the publication of an article in the April 1, 2001 issue of the American Journal of Cardiology demonstrating […]