Comparison of Results of Autologous Versus Homologous Blood Transfusion in Open-Heart Surgery
The aim of this study was to determine a method to decrease the use of homologous blood during open heart surgery using a simple blood conservation protocol.
Can an Athlete Have Too Much Ticker? Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in Young Athletes
Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is an uncommon but devastating potential consequence of participation in competitive sport.
Renal Function Changes and Seasonal Temperature in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery
The objective of this study is to determine if temperature-dependent seasonal changes in levels of serum creatinine (SC) and estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) are detectable in cardiac surgery patients, with associated changes in postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) incidence.
Aortic Root Disease in Athletes: Aortic Root Dilation, Anomalous Coronary Artery, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, and Marfan’s Syndrome
Many forms of aortic root disease afflict athletes and need to be appreciated by sports medicine practitioners because of their potential to lead to tragic but preventable deaths in an otherwise healthy population.
Case Report: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome in an Elite Archer in Full-Draw Position
A literature review revealed numerous causes of thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), ranging from congenital abnormalities to repetitive postures related to sports activities.
Hypothermic Machine Perfusion Preservation of the DCD Kidney: Machine Effects
Kidneys from DCD donors represent a significant pool, but preservation problems exist. The study objective was to test the importance of machine type for hypothermic preservation of DCD kidneys.
Arterial Grafts Do Not Counteract Target Vessel Occlusion
Grafted, non-occluded coronary arteries might contribute substantially to the myocardial blood supply and serve as a basis for vascular collateralization which preserves the myocardium in the event of graft occlusion.
Frailty and Outcome in Elderly Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome
The purpose of this pilot study was to assess the Edmonton Frail Scale (EFS) in a group of elderly patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS).
Results of the Minimally Invasive Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Angiographic Patency Study
The Minimally Invasive Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Patency Study prospectively evaluated angiographic graft patency 6 months after minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting.
Fibrinogen Recovery and Changes in Fibrin-Based Clot Firmness after Cryoprecipitate Administration in Patients Undergoing Aortic Surgery Involving Deep Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest
Cryoprecipitate may be used to treat bleeding in cardiac surgery. Its effects on plasma fibrinogen and fibrin clotting in this setting are poorly defined.
Morbidity But Not Mortality Is Decreased After Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
This retrospective study compared outcomes between on-pump and off-pump CABG from a large multicenter cohort of propensity-matched patients.
Augmentation of Thrombin Generation in Neonates Undergoing Cardiopulmonary Bypass
We compared recombinant activated factor VII (rFVIIa) with three-factor prothrombin complex concentrate (3F-PCC) for the ability to augment thrombin generation (TG) in neonatal plasma after cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB).