Off-pump Bilateral Internal Thoracic Artery Grafting
The objective of this study is to analyse early results of our BITA grafting and to establish the safety of bilateral internal thoracic grafts (BITA) use in all patients.
Improved Long-Term Survival for Diabetic Patients with Surgical Versus Interventional Revascularization
We undertook a prospective registry of coronary revascularization (CR) in diabetic patients with CABG, on-pump and off-pump, and PCI with bare-metal and drug-eluting stents to determine long-term clinical outcomes.
Plasma Free Hemoglobin Is an Independent Predictor of Mortality among Patients on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support
Hemolysis is common in all extracorporeal circuits as evident by the elevated plasma free hemoglobin (PFHb) level. We investigated whether increased hemolysis during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an independent mortality predictor.
Hybrid Coronary Revascularization Versus Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting for Multi-vessel Coronary Artery Disease: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
The purpose of this meta-analysis was to compare the short-term outcomes of hybrid coronary revascularization (HCR) with those of coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) for multivessel coronary artery disease (MCAD).
Prasugrel increases the need for Platelet Transfusions and Surgical Reexploration Rates compared with Clopidogrel in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
is associated with an increased need for platelet transfusions
Acute Kidney Injury and Prognosis after Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Meta-Analysis of Cohort Studies
CPB-associated AKI is associated with a more than 2-fold increase in early mortality regardless of AKI definition
Acid-Base Pathophysiology after 130 Years: Confusing, Irrational and Controversial
Despite huge progress in acid-base knowledge, several confusing, irrational and controversial issues remain
Modified Ultrafiltration during Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Postoperative Course of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
In this review, we tried to evaluate the current evidence about MUF
Ophthalmological Uses for PRP: Remarkable Results (EP Video)
Dr. Douglas Nuelle discusses the use of PRP for Ophthalmological procedures (20:16 minutes).
Ophthalmological Uses for PRP: Remarkable Results (EP Video)
Dr. Douglas Nuelle discusses the use of PRP for Ophthalmological procedures (20:16 minutes).
Inhaled Nitric Oxide to Improve Oxygenation for Safe Critical Care Transport of Adults with Severe Hypoxemia
Use of iNO significantly improves oxygenation of patients with severe hypoxemia and allows safe transfer to a tertiary care center.
Feasibility and Early Safety of Single-Stage Hybrid Coronary Intervention and Valvular Cardiac Surgery
Hybrid procedures may lower operative risk by eliminating or reducing the need for bypass grafting