Controlling Intrathoracic Hemorrhage on ECMO: Help from Factor VIIa and Virchow
We developed a strategy based on Virchow's triad to favor homeostasis in the patient while avoiding thrombosis in the ECMO circuit.
Retinal Vessel Abnormalities Predict Coronary Artery Diseases
The present study examines the relationship between retinal microvascular changes and angiographic findings.
Is Hyperoxaemia Helping or Hurting Patients during Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation? Review of a Complex Problem
Improvements to the ECMO process have resulted in its increased utilisation.
Effects of Surface-Bound and Intravenously Administered Heparin on Cell-Surface Interactions: Inflammation and Coagulation
The work described here utilized human blood in a micro-perfusion circuit to experimentally examine the effects of intravenous and surface-bound heparin on cellular activation.
Evaluation of Coagulation Factors and Platelet Function from an Off-Line Modified Ultrafiltration Technique for Post-Cardiopulmonary Bypass Circuit Blood Recovery
This study evaluated the off-line MUF process of the Hemobag (HB, Global Blood Resources, Somers, CT, USA) to quantitate coagulation factor levels
A Clinical Evaluation of the Maquet Quadrox-i Neonatal Oxygenator with Integrated Arterial Filter
During this evaluation, the Maquet Quadrox-i Neonatal oxygenator adequately performed within its operational flow in the clinical setting.
Rotation Thromboelastography for the Detection and Characterization of Lipoteichoid Acid-Induced Activation of Haemostasis in an In Vitro Sepsis Model
Here, we demonstrate the effects of LTA on haemostasis in an in vitro model of gram-positive sepsis based on rotation thromboelastrography (ROTEM).
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation without Balloon Predilation: A Single-Center Pilot Experience
These results suggest that direct CoreValve implantation in patients with severe aortic stenosis is feasible
Small Right Vertical Infra-Axillary Incision for Minimally Invasive Port-Access Cardiac Surgery: A Moving Window Method
Here, we report our experience with minimally invasive cardiac surgery using a port-access approach via a small vertical right infra-axillary incision and a moving window method.
IABP before Cardiac Surgery: Clinical Benefit Compared to Intraoperative Implantation
the results of this study indicate a more liberal indication for IABP in high-risk patients before coronary bypass surgery.
Pharmacological Risk Factors for Delirium after Cardiac Surgery: A Review
These studies have shown that drugs taken perioperatively by cardiac surgery patients need to be considered in delirium risk management strategies.
Assessment of Modified Ultrafiltration Hemodynamic Impact by Pressure Recording Analytical Method During Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
According to Pressure Recording Analytical Method assessment, modified ultrafiltration acutely improves myocardial function, as shown by a 10% increase of systemic arterial pressure, stroke volume index, and cardiac index.