Changes in RBC Deformability and Oxygen-Delivering Ability in Cold Blood Cardioplegia
The deformability and oxygen carrying functions of RBCs did not show a significant difference according to various components of cold blood cardioplegia during 10 minutes of incubation.
Protamine Overdose and Its Impact on Coagulation, Bleeding, and Transfusions After Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Results of a Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Pilot Study
We assessed the effects of protamine overdosing on thrombelastometry, bleeding, and transfusions in patients after cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB).
Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) Attenuates Myocardial Inflammation and Mitochondrial Injury Induced by Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (VV ECMO) in a Healthy Piglet Model
In this study, we investigated the myocardial inflammation and mitochondrial function during venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV ECMO) and further evaluated the effects of continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) on them.
Apnea Test for Brain Death Determination in a Patient on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
Apnea test is a key component to confirm brain death. For patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), apnea test remains challenging. Brain death (BD) diagnosis is often made without apnea test.
Effect of Air Exposure and Suction on Blood Cell Activation and Hemolysis in an In Vitro Cardiotomy Suction Model
A study was designed to describe the effects of both suction and an air-blood interface independently and in combination on leukocyte and platelet activation, and hemolysis in an in vitro model.
Case Report: Remote Monitoring using Spectrum Medical Live Vue Allows Improved Response Time and Improved Quality of Care for Patients on Cardiopulmonary Support
We report a case utilizing the LiveVue (Spectrum Medical, Fort Mill, SC) remote monitoring for care of a patient on ECMO.
Potential Biomarkers for Predicting Outcomes in CABG Cardiothoracic Surgeries
In this review, we assess currently available cardiac biomarkers as predictors of clinical outcome for post-operative CABG patients.
An Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Cannulation Curriculum Featuring a Novel Integrated Skills Trainer Leads to Improved Performance Among Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Trainees.
We hypothesized that a simulation-based ECMO cannulation curriculum featuring a novel integrated skills trainer would improve ECMO cannulation during cardiopulmonary resuscitation performance by cardiothoracic surgery trainees.
Effects of Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation on Cerebral Oxygenation in Hypercapnic ARDS
We report on the variations of cerebral oxygenation during the initiation period of ECMO treatment in a patient with hypercapnic ARDS
Managing the Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Circuit Integrity and Safety Utilizing the Perfusionist as the “ECMO Specialist”
We have now developed a safe circuit and fiscally responsible staffing model that utilizes a perfusionist and a telemetry-based electronic record keeper, permitting the perfusionist to leave the bedside and interact with the circuit when necessary.
Is Elimination of Cardiotomy Suction Preferable in Aortic Valve Replacement? Assessment of Perioperative Coagulation, Fibrinolysis and Inflammation
Guidelines recommend the avoidance of direct return of pericardial blood based on evidence from coronary surgery.
Acute Kidney Injury is a Frequent Complication in Critically Ill Neonates on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A 14-year Cohort Study
Newborns in need of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support are at high risk of developing acute kidney injury (AKI).