Association of Plasma Dilution with Cardiopulmonary Bypass-Associated Bleeding and Morbidity
Patient morbidity and likelihood of transfusion were associated with calculated plasma protein concentrations below 45% of baseline.
A Comparison Study of Haemolysis Production in Three Contemporary Centrifugal Pumps
This study demonstrated that all three pumps produced low levels of haemolysis and are suitable for use in a clinical environment.
Randomized Trials of PCIs versus CABG Surgery: Why Coronary Stenting should Remain the First Choice of Revascularization in Non-Diabetic Patients and why the Controversy is Still Present in Diabetics
The authors analyze these data to discuss the best therapeutic procedures for each patient.
Development of a New Selective Coronary Perfusion Cannula
We have examined the properties of a newly developed Kochi Medical School (KMS)-type cannula
Blood Conservation Strategies in Cardiac Surgery: More is Better
Recent data show that up to 50% of heart procedures require blood transfusion, which can have adverse long- and short-term outcomes for the patient. This led to the updated 2011 Society of Thoracic Surgery (STS)/Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists (SCA) guidelines in an attempt to adopt more effective blood conservation techniques.
The Cost of Waste of Consumable Materials in a Surgical Center
Thia study identified the types, quantities and cost of the consumable materials sent, used, returned unopened and wasted in surgical operations; to classify the incidences of waste as avoidable or unavoidable losses, and to calculate the rate of waste of the consumable materials in the peri-operative period in the Surgical Center of a São Paulo university hospital.
Lean Thinking in Hospitals: Is There a Cure for the Absence of Evidence? A Systematic Review of Reviews
Lean interventions aim to improve quality of healthcare by reducing waste and facilitate flow in work processes. The specific aim of the study was to identify factors facilitating intended outcomes from lean interventions, and to understand when and how different facilitators contribute.
ACCF/AHA/ASE/ASNC/HFSA/HRS/SCAI/SCCT/SCMR/STS 2013 Multimodality Appropriate Use Criteria for the Detection and Risk Assessment of Stable Ischemic Heart Disease : A Report of the American College of Cardiology Foundation Appropriate Use Criteria Task Forc
The American College of Cardiology Foundation along with key specialty and subspecialty societies, conducted an appropriate use review of common clinical presentations for stable ischemic heart disease (SIHD) to consider use of stress testing and anatomic diagnostic procedures.
The Effect of Adult and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Bypass on Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Parameters
Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is known to have important effects on the disposition of drugs,
Raised IL-2 and TNF-α Concentrations are Associated with Postoperative Delirium in Patients undergoing Coronary-Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
The knowledge base regarding the pathogenesis of postoperative delirium is limited
Hyperoxic Condition Promotes an Inflammatory Response during Cardiopulmonary Bypass in a Rat Model
These data suggest that it is better to avoid too much oxygen insufflation
Transfusion of 1 and 2 Units of Red Blood Cells is Associated with Increased Morbidity and Mortality
Transfusion of as little as 1 or 2 units of RBCs is common and is significantly associated with increased morbidity and mortality