Clinical Outcomes of Intermittent Antegrade Warm Versus Cold Blood Cardioplegia
The objective of this study was to compare clinical outcome in patients undergoing conventional coronary artery bypass graft surgery who received intermittent antegrade warm blood cardioplegia or intermittent antegrade cold blood cardioplegia for myocardial protection.
Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has shown remarkable beneficial effects without any major adverse reactions in the treatment of androgenic alopecia. The growth factors in activated autologous PRP induce the proliferation of dermal papilla cells.
Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment With Physical Therapy in Chronic Partial Supraspinatus Tears
The aim of this study was to assess the effectiveness of platelet-rich plasma (PRP injection in partial supraspinatus tears by comparing with physical therapy (PT).
Platelet Growth Factors from Allogeneic Platelet-Rich Plasma for Clinical Improvement in Split-Thickness Skin Graft
This preliminary study was carried out to explore whether platelet growth factors from platelet rich plasma could be used for enhancement of split thickness skin graft survival.
Comparison of Local Injection of Platelet Rich Plasma and Corticosteroids in the Treatment of Lateral Epicondylitis of Humerus
This study was conducted with an aim to compare the efficacy of PRP versus methyl-prednisolone local injection in patients with lateral epicondylitis.
Risk Factors Associated with Intracranial Hemorrhage in Neonates with Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension on ECMO
ECMO is a highly invasive and risky procedure with devastating complications such as intracranial hemorrhage (ICH). In this study, we aimed to determine the risk factors for ICH in infants with persistent pulmonary hypertension (PPHN).
TEG Use for VADs and ECMO (EP Video)
Mike Miller discusses hemostasis from an enzymatic and platelet perspective during ECMO and VADs (33.05 minutes).
TEG Use for VADs and ECMO (EP Video)
Mike Miller discusses hemostasis from an enzymatic and platelet perspective during ECMO and VADs (33.05 minutes).
Heart Valve Surgery in Patients with Homozygous Sickle Cell Disease: A Management Strategy
We report two female cases aged 20 and 27, of African origin with homozygous sickle cell anemia who underwent heart valve surgery to treat mitral valve regurgitation. This presentation describes the perioperative considerations including anesthesia and postoperative care.
Viscoelastic Point-of-Care Testing to Assist with the Diagnosis, Management and Monitoring of Haemostasis: A Systematic Review and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
This assessment aimed to assess the clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of viscoelastic (VE) devices to assist with the diagnosis, management and monitoring of haemostasis disorders during and after cardiac surgery, trauma-induced coagulopathy and post-partum haemorrhage (PPH).
Therapeutic Options to Minimize Allogeneic Blood Transfusions and Their Adverse Effects in Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review
The objective of this study is to gather and describe in a systematic, objective, and practical way all clinical and surgical strategies as effective therapeutic options to minimize or avoid allogeneic blood transfusions and their adverse effects in surgical cardiac patients.
PRP and Articular Cartilage: A Clinical Update
The convincing background of the recent studies, investigating the different potentials of platelet-rich plasma, offers the clinician an appealing alternative for the treatment of cartilage lesions and osteoarthritis.