Immunological Complications of Blood Transfusion
In the developed world, most of the reported complications of transfusion have an immunological basis. Although the media and the public are worried about the infectious risks of transfusion, hemovigilance reports show that antigen-antibody reactions are responsible for the vast majority of acute and delayed transfusion reactions
The Systemic Inflammatory Response in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: What is the Role of the Very Low Ejection Fraction (EF =/<30%)?
The aim of the present study was to examine the effect of severe left ventricular dysfunction on the activation of systemic inflammatory reaction during and after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).
Outcome of Less Invasive Proximal Arch Replacement With Moderate Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest Followed by Aggressive Rapid Re-Warming in Emergency Surgery for Type A Acute Aortic Dissection
The mid-term outcome of quick proximal arch replacement with moderate hypothermia followed by aggressive rapid re-warming in emergency surgery for type A acute aortic dissection (AAD) was assessed.
Interleukin-6 May Predict Survival in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Treatment
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) differs from CPB in duration of days to weeks rather than hours. However, few studies have analyzed the levels of inflammatory mediators during ECMO treatment.
How Much Residual Plasma May Cause TRALI?
Our cases suggest that the residual plasma volume as small as 10-20 mL containing donor derived WBC antibodies may cause TRALI.
Blood Management: A Primer for Clinicians
The purpose of this primer is to broaden the awareness of health care practitioners in terms of the risks versus benefits of blood transfusions, their economics, and alternative treatments.
Noninvasive Control of Adequate Cerebral Oxygenation During Low-Flow Antegrade Selective Cerebral Perfusion on Adults and Infants in the Aortic Arch Surgery
Real-time readings of the regional oxygen saturation (rSO(2)) using near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) during the aortic arch surgery can provide an early detection of perfusion or oxygenation abnormalities
Osteogenesis Distraction and Platelet-Rich Plasma: Combined Use in Restoration of Severe Atrophic Mandible. Long-Term Results
The purpose of this paper is to report long-term results on the use of autologous bone graft and platelet-rich plasma in alveolar distraction osteogenesis (DO) for restoration of severe atrophic mandible.
Cardiopulmonary Bypass Duration Is an Independent Predictor of Morbidity and Mortality After Cardiac Surgery
The aim of this study was to determine if there is a direct relationship between the duration of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB time [CPBT]) and postoperative morbidity and mortality in patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
Cardiac Surgery During Pregnancy
In this article, we review cardiovascular adaptations to pregnancy and the pathophysiologic effects of cardiopulmonary bypass on the mother, fetus, and fetoplacental unit, and we talk about whether manipulation of these responses can help in improving fetal outcome.
A Randomized Controlled Trial of Cell Salvage in Routine Cardiac Surgery
We designed a randomized controlled trial to determine whether routine cell salvage for elective uncomplicated cardiac surgery reduces blood transfusion and is cost effective in the setting of a rigorous transfusion protocol and routine administration of antifibrinolytics.
The Haemonetics Cell Saver 5 Washing Properties: Effect of Different Washing Pump and Centrifuge Speeds
This study evaluated the effect of different washing and centrifuge rates of the Cell Saver 5 on the quality of processed autologous blood.