Association of Plasma Dilution with Cardiopulmonary Bypass-Associated Bleeding and Morbidity
To investigate the relationship of cardiopulmonary bypass-associated plasma dilution with blood product transfusion and postoperative morbidity.
Prolonged Duration ECMO for ARDS: Futility, Native Lung Recovery, or Transplantation?
We recommend redefining irreversible lung injury and futility in ECMO.
Investigation of Risks for Cerebral Embolism Associated with the Hemodynamics of Cardiopulmonary Bypass Cannula: A Numerical Model
Current findings support the significant impact of the cannula design and orientation on emboli generation and distribution.
FIBTEM PLUS Provides an Improved Thromboelastometry Test for Measurement of Fibrin-Based Clot Quality in Cardiac Surgery Patients
The FIBTEM PLUS assay produces precise results.
Extracorporeal Life Support After Cardiac Surgery in Children: Outcomes From a Single Institution
Extracorporeal life support (ECLS) is used after congenital heart surgery for several indications, including failure to separate from cardiopulmonary bypass, postoperative low cardiac output syndrome, and extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Here, we assessed the outcomes of ECLS in children after cardiac surgery at our institution.
Therapeutic Strategy Using Extracorporeal Life Support, Including Appropriate Indication, Management, Limitation and Timing of Switch to Ventricular Assist Device in Patients with Acute Myocardial Infarction
The appropriate indication for, management of and limitations to extracorporeal life support (ECLS) and the timing of a switch to a ventricular assist device (VAD) remain controversial issues in patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) complicated with cardiogenic shock or cardiopulmonary arrest.
Updates on Extracorporeal life Support in the World and Challenges in Turkey
The aim of this paper is to point out this modality, to introduce equipment, and to give information about organization and management to bring this therapeutic option in Turkey in order.
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in the Treatment of Poisoned Patients
This article reviews the different techniques of ECMO, the indications, contraindications and complications of its use, its role in poisoned patients and the ethics of its use.
Case Report: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome in an Elite Archer in Full-Draw Position
A literature review revealed numerous causes of thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), ranging from congenital abnormalities to repetitive postures related to sports activities.
High-Intensity Track and Field training in a Cardiac Rehabilitation Program
A 65-year-old male athlete with coronary artery disease enrolled in our cardiac rehabilitation (CR) program after successful coronary artery bypass graft surgery following an acute myocardial infarction.
Comparison of Results of Autologous Versus Homologous Blood Transfusion in Open-Heart Surgery
The aim of this study was to determine a method to decrease the use of homologous blood during open heart surgery using a simple blood conservation protocol.
Aortic Root Disease in Athletes: Aortic Root Dilation, Anomalous Coronary Artery, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, and Marfan’s Syndrome
Many forms of aortic root disease afflict athletes and need to be appreciated by sports medicine practitioners because of their potential to lead to tragic but preventable deaths in an otherwise healthy population.