Device Thrombogenicity Emulation: A Novel Method for Optimizing Mechanical Circulatory Support Device Thromboresistance
To address the unmet need for enhancing the thromboresistance of these devices to extend their long term use, we developed a universal predictive methodology entitled Device Thrombogenicity Emulation (DTE) that facilitates optimizing the thrombogenic performance of any MCS device--ideally to a level that may obviate the need for mandatory anticoagulation.
Coagulation Management in Patients Undergoing Mechanical Circulatory Support
The incidence of bleeding and thrombo-embolic complications in patients undergoing mechanical circulatory support therapy remains high and is associated with bad outcomes and increased costs.
The Impact of Intra- and Postoperative Albumin Levels as a Biomarker of Delirium After Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Results of an Exploratory Study
In this prospective study the frequency of delirium after cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) was determined.
Improved Perioperative Neurological Monitoring of Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Patients Reduces the Incidence of Postoperative Delirium: the Haga Brain Care Strategy
Postoperative delirium is a major cause of morbidity and mortality after cardiovascular surgery.
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Cannulation Trends for Pediatric Respiratory Failure and Central Nervous System Injury
Guidelines regarding arterial cannula site and cannula site-specific risks of central nervous system (CNS) injury for pediatric patients requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)support are lacking.
Transesophageal Echocardiography Guided Cannulation for Peripheral Cardiopulmonary Bypass During Robotic Cardiac Surgery
The purpose of this study was to evaluate TEE guided cannulation for peripheral CPB during robotic cardiac surgery.
An Evaluation of Factors Affecting Activated Coagulation Time
All these observations suggest that failure to achieve an adequate ACT is, in general, not an indicator of AT deficiency but could be affected by high platelet counts and low hemoglobin levels.
First Experience with the Ultra Compact Mobile Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation System Cardiohelp in Interhospital Transport
In patients with severe cardiopulmonary failure extracorporeal assist devices are to support patients during resuscitation, for transportation, until organ recovery, and as bridge to further therapeutic modalities.
Effect of Adenosine-Regulating Agent Acadesine on Morbidity and Mortality Associated with Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: The RED-CABG Randomized Controlled Trial
Ischemia/reperfusion injury remains an important cause of morbidity and mortality after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.
Prolonged Heparin-Free Extra Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation in Multiple Injured Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury
Based on our experience, we recommend the use of heparin-free ECMO in multiple injured patients with pulmonary failure that is not successfully controlled by lung-protective ventilation even if severe TBI is present.
Autologous Priming: A Review of Adoption, Applications and Outcomes (EP Video)
Dr. Anthony Shackelford discusses the current status of Autologous Priming in cardiac surgery (28:45 minutes).
Risks vs. Benefits of the Off-Label Use of Recombinant Factor VIIa in the Cardiac Arena (EP Video)
Alicia Sievert discusses the risks and benefits of off-label use of Recombinant Factor VIIa (23:00 minutes).