Early Experiences with Miniaturized Extracorporeal Life-Support in the Catheterization Laboratory
Miniaturized ECMO systems can be safe and highly effective in restoring circulation and gas exchange in patients with cardiocirculatory failure in the cath-lab.
Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation for Acute Lung Failure in Adults
Modern vv-ECMO is an excellent treatment in patients with severe ALF and should be more liberally used.
The Role of Echocardiography in the Management of Patients Supported by Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
Although there are extensive published data regarding ECMO, particularly in the pediatric population, there is a paucity of data outlining the role of echocardiography in guiding the management of adult patients supported by ECMO.
Use of Modified Ultrafiltration in Adults Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting is Associated with Inflammatory Modulation and Less Postoperative Blood Loss: A Randomized and Controlled Study
Use of MUF was associated with increased inflammatory response, reduced blood loss, and less blood transfusions in adults undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting.
Extracorporeal Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for Pediatric Cardiac Patients
Extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (ECPR) has been shown to improve survival after in-hospital pediatric cardiac arrest.
High Postoperative Blood Levels of Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor are Associated with Less Organ Dysfunction in Patients after Cardiac Surgery
Elevated postoperative MIF levels are inversely correlated with organ dysfunction in patients after cardiac surgery.
Emergency Circulatory Support in Refractory Cardiogenic Shock Patients in Remote Institutions: A Pilot Study (The Cardiac-RESCUE Program).
Offering local ECMO support appears feasible in a majority of RCS patients hospitalized in remote hospitals.
Selenium Blood Concentrations in Patients Undergoing Elective Cardiac Surgery and Receiving Perioperative Sodium Selenite Administration
Despite preemptive high-dose sodium-selenite administration, cardiac surgical patients experienced a significant decrease in circulating selenium levels on the first postoperative day.
Outcomes After Peripheral Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Therapy for Postcardiotomy Cardiogenic Shock: A Single-Center Experience
We assessed the short-term outcomes and predictors of 30-d mortality in patients requiring temporary, peripheral extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for postcardiotomy cardiac failure.
On-pump and Off-pump Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Patients with Left Main Stem Disease: A Propensity Score Analysis
This study compared safety and efficacy between off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting (OPCAB), a relatively new technique, and conventional on-pump coronary artery bypass grafting (CCAB) in patients with left main stem disease.
Long-Term Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation for Refractory Postcardiotomy Cardiogenic Shock
Although postcardiotomy cardiogenic shock requiring ECMO support is associated with high morbidity and mortality, the long-term survival rate is acceptable.
Impact of Warm Ischemia Time on Survival after Heart Transplantation
This study has demonstrated a reduced survival in heart transplant recipients with increased WIT.