Effects of Platelet-Rich Plasma on the Healing of Autologous Bone Grafted Mandibular Defects in Dogs
This study was undertaken to describe both radiographically and with histomorphometric analysis the effect platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has on immediate autologous bone grafts in a dog model.
Phosphorylcholine Coating May Limit Thrombin Formation During High-Risk Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
We evaluated the effects of a Pc-coated oxygenator on blood coagulation in patients undergoing high-risk open heart surgery and receiving tranexamic acid.
International Perfusion Journal Vol. 2 No. 2
Table of Contents /Vol. 2, No. 2 Aprotinin Update: NEJM Vol. 354, No. 4, pp. 353 2006 Mangano, Tudor and Dietzel Kelly Hedlund […]
Coagulation Factor XIII Reduces Postoperative Bleeding After Coronary Surgery with Extracorporeal Circulation
In a prospective, randomized, double blinded study, 2500 units, 1250 units, and a placebo were administered in groups of 25 patients each, immediately after administration of protamine. Postoperative amount of blood loss and blood transfusion was recorded.
Sinus Grafting With Autogenous Platelet-Rich Plasma and Bovine Hydroxyapatite
In this study, bovine hydroxyapatite (HA) alone or in combination with activated platelet-rich plasma (PRP) was examined for its usefulness for single-stage sinus grafting in minipigs.
FDA Issues Public Health Advisory for Trasylol
The Food and Drug Administration today issued a Public Health Advisory alerting doctors who perform heart bypass surgery, and their patients, that Trasyolol (aprotinin injection), a drug used to prevent blood loss during surgery, has been linked in two scientific publications to higher risks of serious side effects including kidney problems, heart attacks and strokes in patients who undergo artery bypass graft surgery.
FDA Issues Public Health Advisory for Trasylol (Full Summary)
The Food and Drug Administration today issued a Public Health Advisory alerting doctors who perform heart bypass surgery, and their patients, that Trasyolol (aprotinin injection), a drug used to prevent blood loss during surgery, has been linked in two scientific publications to higher risks of serious side effects including kidney problems, heart attacks and strokes in patients who undergo artery bypass graft surgery.
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Bolus Injection of Adenosine Before Cardioplegic Induction Improves Postischemic Global Function in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
The purpose of the present study was, therefore, to assess the clinical relevance of intra-aortic administration of adenosine following aortic cross-clamping with respect to the exertion of additional protection in routine coronary artery bypass surgery.
Does the Rate of Rewarming from Profound Hypothermic Arrest Influence the Outcome in a Swine Model of Lethal Hemorrhage?
This experiment was designed to test the impact of different warming rates on outcome in a swine model of lethal hemorrhage from complex vascular injuries.
Effects of Intra-Aortic Balloon Counterpulsation on Parameters of Tissue Oxygenation
To investigate the effects of intra-aortic balloon pump therapy on parameters of global and regional oxygenation in patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
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