Two Approaches for Repeat Cardiac Surgery
We analyzed our institutional experience to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the approach methods for cardiac re-operations.
Aortic Valve Replacement in a Porcelain Aorta using Endo Balloon Occlusion
We describe a technique in which we maintain systemic perfusion via bilateral axillary artery perfusion in conjunction with endoaortic balloon occlusion, and limit the circulatory arrest time.
Minimally Invasive Surgery for Valvular Heart Disease
Minimally invasive valve surgery (MIVS) refers to alternative surgical techniques, which avoid the trans-sternal approach.
A Novel Low-Fidelity Simulator for both Mitral Valve and Tricuspid Valve Surgery: The Surgical Skills Trainer for Classic Open- and Minimally Invasive Techniques
The purpose of this study was to develop a low-fidelity, low-cost, reusable and portable simulation device, which could provide training in nearly the full range of mitral valve surgery techniques, in both the classic, open approach as well as the minimally invasive approach.
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation by Single-Vessel Access in Adults: Advantages and Limitations
The WZ cannula offers sufficient gas exchange in addition to certain advantages over standard cannulation, including facilitated cannulation in selected patients and improved mobilization.
Lung Transplantation on Cardiopulmonary Support: Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Outperformed Cardiopulmonary Bypass
In a retrospective analysis, we compared the postoperative course and outcomes of patients treated using these approaches.
Outcomes of Axillary Artery Side Graft Cannulation for Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
To determine the safety, efficacy, and frequency of side graft axillary artery cannulation for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support and compare it with other cannulation techniques.
Antithrombin Replacement During Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
Our objective is to determine ATIII's effect on anticoagulation and blood loss during ECMO.
Side-Arm Grafts for Femoral Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Cannulation
We describe our experience with the use of a side-arm graft sewn to the femoral artery that facilitates adequate extracorporeal membrane oxygenation flow while preventing lower extremity ischemia.
Increased Sedation Requirements in Patients Receiving Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation for Respiratory and Cardiorespiratory Failure
The aim of our study was to characterise the sedation requirements in adult patients receiving ECMO for cardiorespiratory failure.
Subclavian Insertion of the Bicaval Dual Lumen Cannula for Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
We describe a method for cannula placement through the left subclavian vein that is well suited for smaller patients and convenient for patient mobility.
Sequestration of Drugs in the Circuit May Lead to Therapeutic Failure During Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
This ex vivo study was designed to determine the degree of sequestration of commonly used antibiotics, sedatives and analgesics in ECMO circuits.