Effects of Mild Hypothermia and Rewarming on Renal Function After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Hypothermia is a potential strategy for visceral organ protection during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). We report data from two randomized studies evaluating mild hypothermia and rewarming on postoperative renal function in cardiac surgical patients.
Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo Controlled Study of Neuroprotection With Lidocaine in Cardiac Surgery
Cognitive decline after cardiac surgery remains common and diminishes patients' quality of life. Based on experimental and clinical evidence, this study assessed the potential of intravenously administered lidocaine to reduce postoperative cognitive dysfunction after cardiac surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass.
Acute Kidney Injury After Cardiac Surgery. Focus on Modifiable Risk Factors
The objective of the present study was to identify and determine the prognostic importance of such risk factors.
Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Fibrin Glue on Healing of Critical-Size Calvarial Bone Defects
Despite the insufficient number of experimental studies, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) including high amounts of growth factors is introduced to clinical use rapidly.
Regenerative Surgery: Use of Fat Grafting Combined with Platelet-Rich Plasma for Chronic Lower-Extremity Ulcers
The authors present their experience with reconstructive surgery of the lower extremity for chronic ulcers, evaluating the effects related to the use of a platelet-rich plasma combined with fat tissue.
Aggressive Zero Balance Ultrafiltration on CPB in Patients with Renal Failure May Cause Cerebral Edema: A Theoretical Analysis
The objective of this study was to determine the brain volume changes that occur secondary to hemofiltration during cardiopulmonary bypass in patients with renal failure.
Hypertonic Cardiopulmonary Bypass Primes and Endothelial Damage
The objective of this study was to investigate whether hypertonic hyperosmolar primes solution (HHPS), with an osmolarity of 2300 mOsmol/L, causes endothelial damage/loss.
Use of Multi-modality Life Support System
The purpose of this study was to describe the design and utilization of a multi-modality life support system (MMLSS), which is used to provide extracorporeal support for cases such as left heart bypass (LHB), extracorporeal life support (ECLS), veno-venous bypass, and hypothermic resuscitation.
Postoperative Surgical Chest and Leg Incision Sites Using Platelet Gel: A Retrospective Study
The purpose of this study was to determine whether the application of platelet gel (PG) on cardiac surgery wound incisions would promote wound healing and reduce the subsequent incidence of postoperative infections, thereby decreasing the length of hospital stay and hospital costs.
Hemolysis in Cardiac Surgery Patients Undergoing Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Review in Search of a Treatment Algorithm
Hemolysis is a fact in all extracorporeal circuits, as shown in various studies by the increasing levels of plasma-free hemoglobin (PfHb) and decreasing levels of haptoglobin during and after cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB).
Long-term Extracorporeal Circulation Management: The Role of Low- and High-range Heparin ACT Tests
Modern management of extracorporeal circulation, especially during long-term support of post-cardiac surgical patients, remains challenging and requires optimal care of the patient’s fluid balance and coagulation hemostasis for its successful outcome.
Use of Recombinant Factor VIIa (NovoSeven) in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
This study retrospectively evaluates rFVIIa administration for the treatment of severe bleeding in pediatric patients immediately after cardiac surgical procedures requiring CPB.