Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Technique to Evaluate the Effects of Red Blood Cell Transfusion on Tissue Oxygenation
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of red blood cell (RBC) transfusions on muscle tissue oxygenation, oxygen metabolism and microvascular reactivity in critically ill patients using near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) technology.
An Economic Analysis of Costs Associated with Development of a Cell Salvage Program
We present financial information which may be useful to institutions that are considering the addition of a cell salvage service.
Transfusion and Pulmonary Morbidity After Cardiac Surgery
Our objective was to determine the prevalence of pulmonary morbidity related to transfusion and whether TRALI consensus-criteria are applicable to cardiac surgery.
The Effect of Red Blood Cell Age on Coagulation
Packed red blood cell (PRBC) units stored and unused at community hospitals are transferred to trauma centers near the end of their shelf storage life, because of a higher likelihood of utilization before expiration without consideration of coagulation system effects. This study was conducted to determine if the stored age of PRBC units has an effect on coagulation.
Evaluation of Blood Components Exposed to Coated Arterial Filters in Extracorporeal Circuits
This study evaluates eight biocompatible coatings used for arterial filters and their effects on blood components during circulation.
Early Induction of Hypothermia During Cardiac Arrest Improves Neurological Outcomes in Patients With Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Who Undergo Emergency Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
Therapeutic hypothermia for comatose survivors of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest has demonstrated neurological benefits.
Hemofiltration During Cardiopulmonary Bypass Does Not Decrease the Incidence of Atrial Fibrillation After Cardiac Surgery
We hypothesized that hemofiltration during CPB, which may attenuate inflammation, might decrease the incidence of AF after cardiac surgery.
Plasmapheresis and Heparin Reexposure as a Management Strategy for Cardiac Surgical Patients with Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) complicates the management of patients presenting for cardiac surgery, because high-dose heparin anticoagulation for cardiopulmonary bypass is contraindicated in these patients.
Evidence-Based Transfusion in Cardiac Surgery (Video)
Dr. James Lonquist discusses a multidisciplinary approach to blood management and his experiences in a community hospital setting (58 minutes).
The Influence of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Angiogenesis During the Early Phase of Tendon Healing
The aim of this study was to assess the effect of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) on angiogenesis during tendon healing.
Preoperative Autologous Blood Donation Versus Intraoperative Blood Salvage: Intraindividual Analyses and Modeling of Efficacy in 1103 Patients
Preoperative autologous blood donation (PABD) and intraoperative blood salvage (IBS) represent established blood conservation measures. However, data comparing PABD to IBS are very sparse.