Evaluation of the Quadrox-I Neonatal Oxygenator with an Integrated Arterial Filter
This study investigated the new QUADROX-i Neonatal Oxygenator (D-72145, Maquet, Hirrlingen, Germany) with an integrated arterial filter in terms of the hemodynamic properties and ability to clear GME in response to hypothermic versus normothermic conditions, open versus closed arterial filter purge line, and varying flow rates in a simulated CPB circuit identical to that of the clinical setting.
Comparing the Effects of 5% Albumin and 6% Hydroxyethyl Starch 130/0.4 on Coagulation and Inflammatory Response When Used as Priming Solutions for Cardiopulmonary Bypass
This prospective, randomized and controlled trial compares the use of human albumin (HA) and hydroxyethyl starch (HES) 130/0.4 in the priming solution for a non-biocompatible cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) circuit.
Heparinized Cardiopulmonary Bypass Circuits and Low Systemic Anticoagulation: An Analysis of Nearly 6000 Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Heparin coating of cardiopulmonary bypass circuits reduces the inflammatory response and increases the thromboresistance during extracorporeal circulation. These properties enables a lower systemic heparin dose, which has been shown to reduce the need for blood transfusions. Experience with this technique accumulated over 11 years has been analyzed.
Factors Influencing Blood Transfusion Requirements in Robotic Totally Endoscopic Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting on the Arrested Heart
We investigated factors associated with transfusion requirements in totally endoscopic coronary artery bypass on the arrested heart (AH-TECAB).
The Role of Registries in Cardiovascular Perfusion (Video)
Donald Likosky discusses the role of data registries in cardiovascular perfusion (38 minutes).
The Role of the Perfusionist in an MCS Program (Video)
David Fitzgerald discusses the role of the perfusionist in an MCS program (55 minutes).
Mechanical Circulatory Support Trends (Video)
Dr. Alexis Shaffi from the Cleveland Clinical discusses current trends in mechanical circulatory support (30 minutes).
Crystalloids and Colloids: Look Before You Leap (Video)
Gerard Meyers discusses current trends with volume replacement therapy in cardiac surgery (49 minutes).
Advanced Perfusion Techniques for Ventilatory Failure & Lung Transplantation (Video)
Stephen Harwood from Toronto discusses advanced perfusion techniques for ventilatory failure and lung transplantation (48 minutes).
GME and CPB: Bridging the Gap Between Evidence and Clinical Practice (Video)
Bob Groom discusses bridging the gap between evidence and clinical practice on the topic of GME (40 minutes).
Novel CPB-Related Blood Management Strategies in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery (Video)
Dr. Gunaydin discusses novel blood management strategies in pediatric cardiac surgery (32 minutes).
Vacuum Assisted Venous Drainage: Unsafe at Any Speed? (Video)
Aaron Hill discusses the safety concerns of vacuum assisted venous drainage (32 minutes).