Argatroban for an Alternative Anticoagulant in HIT during ECMO
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) have become more frequently used in daily ICU practice, heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a rare but life-threatening complication while on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).
The Effects of Preoperative Volume Replacement in Diabetic Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Surgery: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial (VeRDiCT Trial)
The objective of this study is to establish the efficacy of preoperative volume replacement therapy (VRT) in reducing postoperative complications in diabetic patients undergoing CABG surgery. Time to "fit for discharge", incidence of postoperative renal failure, cardiac injury, inflammation, and other health outcomes will be investigated.
Erythropoietin Improves Long-Term Outcomes in Patients with Acute Kidney Injury After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Previous studies reported the beneficial effect of erythropoietin (EPO) in acute injuries. We followed patients with and without acute kidney injury (AKI) after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and evaluated the effect of EPO on long-term outcome.
Effect of Erythropoietin in Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction: Five-Year Results of the REVIVAL-3 Trial
Erythropoietin (EPO) has been suggested to promote cardiac repair after MI. However, the randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled REVIVAL-3 trial showed that short term high dose EPO in timely reperfused myocardium does not improve left ventricular ejection fraction after 6 months.
Outcomes and Biochemical Parameters Following Cardiac Surgery: Effects of Transfusion of Residual Blood Using Centrifugation and Multiple-Pass Hemoconcentration
This study was to determine whether or not there was a significant difference between the methods of centrifugation (CF) and multiple-pass hemoconcentration (MPH) of the residual cardiopulmonary-bypass volume in relation to biochemical measurements and patient outcomes.
Conventional Hemofiltration During Cardiopulmonary Bypass Increases the Serum Lactate Level in Adult Cardiac Surgery
This observational study evaluates the effect of hemofiltration during cardiopulmonary bypass on lactate level in adult patients who underwent cardiac surgery.
Fluid Management in Cardiac Surgery Patients: Pitfalls, Challenges and Solutions
This review examines the available evidence on fluid management in cardiac surgery and in the ICU, and analyzes the key steps of fluid strategy in these settings.
Blood Conservation Pediatric Cardiac Surgery in All Ages and Complexity Levels
Blood conservation surgery can be performed in congenital patients needing cardiac surgery in all age groups and complexity categories.
The Effect of Combined Conventional and Modified Ultrafiltration on Mechanical Ventilation and Hemodynamic Changes in Congenital Heart Surgery
The aim of this study was to compare the effects of modified ultrafiltration (MUF) versus conventional ultrafiltration (CUF) on duration of mechanical ventilation and hemodynamic status in children undergoing congenital heart surgery.
Using Zero Balance Ultrafiltration with Dialysate as a Replacement Fluid for Hyperkalemia during Cardiopulmonary Bypass
We report the application of Z-BUF using an electrolyte-balanced, low potassium dialysate solution rather than isotonic saline to avoid a high chloride load and the potential for hyperchloremic acidosis to successfully treat hyperkalemia while on cardiopulmonary bypass.
Novel Applications of Modified Ultrafiltration and Autologous Priming Techniques to Reduce Blood Product Exposure on ECMO
Patients needing the assistance of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) are at risk of hemodilution and, in some instances, may require exposure to large amounts of allogeneic blood products.
Major Thoracic Surgery in Jehovah’s Witness: A Multidisciplinary Approach Case Report
A bloodless surgery can be desirable also for non Jehovah's witnesses patients, but requires a team approach from the very first assessment to ensure adequate planning.