Autologous Platelet-Gel: Fad or Savior? (EP Video)
Al Stammers discusses Platelet Gel and whether or not it is a fad or savior (31 minutes).
The Reduction of Clinical Variability by Attention to Detail, Self-reflection, and a Little Mathematics (Video)
Al Stammers discusses the implementation of a data driven solution designed to improve patient outcomes (50 minutes).
Much Ado About Something: The Pros and Cons of Licensure (Video)
Carl Dinger discusses the pros and cons of licensure for perfusionists (47 minutes).
New Perfusion Circuit for Isolated Limb Infusion (Video)
Dale Clark discusses a new perfusion technique for isolated limb infusion (34 minutes).
Issues Regarding Anticoagulation Management in Cardiovascular Surgery (Video)
John Rivera discusses issues regarding anticoagulation management during cardiac surgery (44 minutes).
A Case for Blood Conservation: Transfusion Risks, Outcomes and Costs (EP Video)
Dr. Bruce Spiess lectures on blood transfusion risks, outcomes and costs (53 minutes).
Implementation of Automatic, Real-Time IABP Timing and Fiber Optic AP Monitoring in Clinical Practice (Video)
Patricia Hanlon discusses real-time monitoring and fiber optic timing with the Arrow IABP console (50 minutes).
Apico-Aortic Valve Conduit for Aortic Stenosis and Previous Coronary Artery Bypass (Video)
Dr. Anthony Shackelford presents a case report on an apico-aortic valve conduit (21 minutes).
Overview of Setting Up a Perfusion-Driven Blood Management Program (EP Video)
Ty Walker, Director of Blood Management for Perfusion.com, discusses the basics of setting up a blood management program (58 minutes).
Monitoring Hemostasis With the TEG (Video)
Mike Miller discusses the basics of hemostasis monitoring using the TEG (28 minutes).
Effects of a Platelet Gel on Early Graft Revascularization after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blind, Clinical Trial.
The purpose of this study was to determine if the use of platelet gel (PG) accelerates early graft revascularization after ACL reconstruction.
Platelet-Rich Plasma Releasate Promotes Differentiation of Tendon Stem Cells Into Active Tenocytes
The aim of this study was to determine the effects of PRP, in the form of PRP-clot releasate (PRCR), on tendon stem cells (TSCs), a newly discovered cell population in tendons.