Does the Method of Heart Transplantation Affect Left Ventricular Filling?
To assess left ventricular (LV) filling in patients undergoing OHT using the classical (biatrial) versus bicaval approach.
Does Anemia Impact Hospital Readmissions after Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
We conducted a single-center retrospective study of 2102 patients who had CABG in Ontario to determine whether anemia at hospital discharge was associated with increased 30-day hospital readmissions, readmission secondary to cardiac disease, and 30-day mortality using administrative data.
Evaluation of the New Generation Dual-Lumen Catheter for Neonatal ECMO
The purpose of this study was to compare the newly designed dual-lumen venovenous catheter (VR13, OriGen Biomedical, Austin, TX) with the current dual-lumen catheter (VV12, OriGen Biomedical).
The Preventative Role of Curcumin on the Lung Inflammatory Response Induced by Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Rats
We designed this study to determine whether or not curcumin inhibits TLR4 and MyD88 protein levels and ameliorates lung inflammatory injury in a rat CPB model.
In Vitro Clearance of Dexmedetomidine in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
An in vitro ECMO circuit was used to study the effects of both "new" and "old" membrane oxygenators on the clearance of dexmedetomidine over the course of 24 hours.
Factors Predicting Emergency Surgery in Severe Mitral Regurgitation Following Mitral Balloon Valvotomy
The study aim was to identify factors that would predict severe acute MR leading to severe hemodynamic compromise requiring emergency MVR.
Predictive Value of Perioperative Near-Infrared Spectroscopy for Neurodevelopmental Outcomes after Cardiac Surgery in Infancy
The study objective was to expand on prior research examining intraoperative regional cerebral oxygen saturation (rSO(2)) measured by near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) by evaluating the predictive value of perioperative NIRS monitoring for neurodevelopmental outcomes after infant cardiac surgery.
Impact of Experimental Haemodilution on Platelet Function, Thrombin Generation and Clot Firmness: Effects of Different Coagulation Factor Concentrates
The haemostatic alterations caused by haemodilution are multifactorial and affect both blood cells and coagulation.
In Vitro Comparison of Two Different Methods of Cell Washing
The objective of this study was to compare the product created by washing a unit of RBCs with the AutoLog autotransfusion device in the operating room to the washed products from a standard cell washer in the blood bank.
Comparison of Modified Chandler, Roller Pump, and Ball Valve Circulation Models for in vitro Testing in High Blood Flow Conditions: Application in Thrombogenicity Testing of Different Materials for Vascular Applications
Three different models, a modified Chandler loop, roller pump, and a new ball valve model (Hemobile), were compared with regard to intrinsic damage of blood components and activation of platelets.
Wet-Priming Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Device Maintains Sterility for up to 35 Days of Follow-Up
Sterility was maintained in the ECMO circuits for up to 35 days.
Contemporary Results of Open Aortic Arch Surgery
Open aortic arch replacement can be performed with low operative mortality and stroke rates, especially in elective circumstances, by a team with particular focus on the procedure.