Use of Bivalirudin in Pediatric Cardiac ECMO with Concomitant Plasmapheresis Treatment (EP Video)
Daniel Gomez presents a case report on the use of Bivalirudin in pediatric cardiac ECMO with concomitant plasmapheresis (20:03 minutes).
Use of Bivalirudin in Pediatric Cardiac ECMO with Concomitant Plasmapheresis Treatment (EP Video)
Daniel Gomez presents a case report on the use of Bivalirudin in pediatric cardiac ECMO with concomitant plasmapheresis (20:03 minutes).
A Novel Technique to Retrograde Autologous Prime the Sorin Inspire 6F Dual Chamber Venous Reservoir Oxygenator (EP Video)
Brian Forsberg presents a novel technique for autologous priming the Sorin Inspire 6F Dual oxygenator (14:23 minutes).
A Novel Technique to Retrograde Autologous Prime the Sorin Inspire 6F Dual Chamber Venous Reservoir Oxygenator (EP Video)
Brian Forsberg presents a novel technique for autologous priming the Sorin Inspire 6F Dual oxygenator (14:23 minutes).
Trends in Blood Utilization in United States Cardiac Surgical Patients
We sought to determine whether publication of blood conservation guidelines by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons in 2007 influenced transfusion rates and to understand how patient- and hospital-level factors influenced blood product usage.
Transfusion of Blood During Cardiac Surgery is Associated with Higher Long-Term Mortality in Low-Risk Patients
Numerous reports have emphasized the need for reduction in transfusions of allogeneic red blood cells (RBC) due to increased morbidity and mortality.
Platelet Transfusion: A Clinical Practice Guideline From the AABB
The AABB (formerly, the American Association of Blood Banks) developed this guideline on appropriate use of platelet transfusion in adult patients.
Preoperative Hematocrit as a Predictor of Perioperative Morbidities Following Nonemergent Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
This study examined the impact of hematocrit (HCT) on outcome following nonemergent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and whether the association is modified by operative risk or intraoperative blood transfusion.
Is Microplegia Really Superior to Standard Blood Cardioplegia? The Results from a Meta-Analysis
We sought to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare microplegia and standard blood cardioplegia on the cardioprotective effects for patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).
Blood Trauma Testing of CentriMag and RotaFlow Centrifugal Flow Devices: A Pilot Study
Mechanical circulatory assist devices that provide temporary support in heart failure patients are needed to enable recovery or provide a bridge to decision.
Perioperative Blood Product Use: A Comparison Between HeartWare and HeartMate II Devices
The HeartWare (HW) (Framingham, MA) and the HeartMate II (HM II) (Thoratec Inc, Pleasanton, CA) continuous-flow left ventricular assist devices (CF-LVADs) are commonly used to bridge patients to transplantation.
Blood Volumes in Cardiac Surgery with Cardiopulmonary Bypass
The aim of this study was to determine total blood volume (TBV) with a dilution technique and compare the results to commonly utilized TBV calculations.