Crystalloids VS. Colloids: KO at the Twelfth Round
We conducted a large-scale randomized controlled trial to evaluate the safety and efficacy of 6% hydroxyethyl starch (HES) (130/0.4) in 0.9% saline as compared with 0.9% saline alone for fluid resuscitation in a heterogeneous population of adult patients in the ICU.
Voluven, A New Colloid Solution
As the Voluven molecule is smaller than those of other available hydroxyethyl starch products, it is associated with less plasma accumulation and can be safely used in patients with renal impairment.
Exercise and the Platelet Activator Calcium Chloride both Influence the Growth Factor Content of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): Overlooked Biochemical Factors that Could Influence PRP Treatment
The first aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of exercise on platelet and platelet-derived growth factors (PDGF)-AB, hepatocyte growth factor (HGF), insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) concentrations in PRP. The second aim was to study the effect of the activating agent calcium chloride (CaCl2) on growth factor concentration in relation to different exercise states.
The Systemic Effects of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection
The objective for this study is too quantify the effect of PRP injection on systemic growth factors with performance-enhancing effects and to identify molecular markers to detect treated athletes.
Development of a Cost-Effective Method for Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Preparation for Topical Wound Healing
Costs were shown to be lower than those of other methods which require specific equipment and high-cost disposables, while safety and traceability can be increased.
History and Use of del Nido Cardioplegia Solution at Boston Children’s Hospital
We present the developmental history, supporting theory, and current protocol for use of what is now referred to as del Nido cardioplegia.
Single dose myocardial Protection Technique Utilizing del Nido Cardioplegia Solution During Congenital Heart Surgery Procedures
The single dose cardioplegia technique for myocardial protection during congenital heart surgery is a viable alternative to multidose protocols.
Perioperative Nitroprusside Infusion in a Patient With Severe Aortic Stenosis: Another Component of Afterload Reduction Uncovered
The traditional goals of perioperative management of severe aortic stenosis are based on maintaining a high systemic vascular resistance (SVR) to allow for good coronary perfusion.
The Combined Use of Transmyocardial Laser Revascularisation and Intramyocardial Injection of Bone-Marrow Derived Stem Cells in Patients with End-Stage Coronary Artery Disease: One Year Follow-Up
There are a growing number of patients with end-stage coronary artery disease (CAD) and refractory angina. Angiogenesis may be induced by intramyocardial injection of autologous bone marrow stem cells, intensified by inflammationaround channels performed by laser.
The Role of Transforming Growth Factor-Beta in Marfan Syndrome
The aim of this review is to review the already known features of the cellular signal transduction downstream to TGF-b and its impact on the tissue homeostasis of microfibrils, and elastic fibers.
Total Surgical Aortic Arch Replacement as a Safe Strategy to Treat Complex Multi-segmental Proximal Thoracic Aortic Pathology
This study analyzed the results after elective open total aortic arch replacement analyzing 39 patients (median age 63 years, median logistic EuroSCORE 18.4) who underwent elective open total arch replacement between 2005 and 2012.
Pharmacologic Tools to Reduce Bleeding in Surgery
Strategies to reduce blood loss and the need for transfusions in surgery include enhancement of coagulation, inhibition of fibrinolysis, and an improved decision algorithm for transfusion based on bedside monitoring of global hemostasis.