The Effect of Dilution on Plasma Coagulation Kinetics Determined by Thrombelastography Is Dependent on Antithrombin Activity and Mode of Activation
We determined that decreased antithrombin activity is responsible for accelerated clot initiation via thrombelastography with in vitro plasma-based experiments. Celite activation of plasma resulted in a linear relationship between degree of dilution and thrombelastographic variables.
Congenital and Acquired Thrombocytopenia
The diagnosis and management of thrombocytopenia is a growing component in the practice of hematology. The frequency with which hematologists are called […]
The Response to Activated Protein C After Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Impact of Factor V Leiden
Patients without factor V Leiden (FVL) have increased sensitivity to the activated protein C after cardiac surgery, whereas FVL carriers do not.
Database Review of Possible Factors Influencing Point-of-Care Platelet Gel Manufacture
In this study, an attempt is made to isolate factors that are important in developing a consistent gel.
A Closed Perfusion System With Heparin Coating and Centrifugal Pump Improves Cardiopulmonary Bypass Biocompatibility in Elderly Patients
The results suggest that a closed perfusion system with a heparin-coated circuit and a centrifugal pump may improve cardiopulmonary bypass biocompatibility in elderly cardiac surgery patients in comparison with a conventional system.
“Awake” CABG Using Internal Thoracic Arteries Safe for Multivessel Disease
"Awake" coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) using the internal thoracic arteries is a feasible and safe procedure for double or triple vessel disease, findings from a small study suggest.
A Modified Method for Preparing Platelet-Rich Plasma: An Experimental Study
It was experimentally shown that PRP with high platelet counts can be prepared using this modified method without the need for costly autotransfusion systems.
Decline in Cardiovascular Disease Reported in Patients With Diabetes
Adults with diabetes have experienced a 50 percent decline in the incidence rate for cardiovascular disease events in recent decades, according to a report in the November 24 issue of JAMA.
Diagnostic Score for Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia After Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) occurs in nearly 3% of patients treated with heparin after cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB).
Leucocyte Filtration of Residual Heart/Lung Machine Blood in Children Undergoing Congenital Heart Surgery
We conclude that leucocyte filtration of the residual heart-lung machine blood reduced systemic leucocyte counts, but did not improve arterial blood oxygenation in children after congenital heart surgery.
Influence of Pericardial Suction Blood Retransfusion on Memory Function and Release of Protein S100B
No associations were found between serum concentrations of S100B and memory function.
Leucocyte Filtration of Residual Heart/Lung Machine Blood in Children Undergoing Congenital Heart Surgery
We conclude that leucocyte filtration of the residual heart-lung machine blood reduced systemic leucocyte counts, but did not improve arterial blood oxygenation in children after congenital heart surgery.