Predictive Power and Implication of EuroSCORE, EuroSCORE II and STS Score for Isolated Repeated Aortic Valve Replacement
We evaluated the predictive power of the EuroSCORE, EuroSCORE II and Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) score for isolated redo aortic valve replacement.
Maquet Medical Systems, Tiger Paw System II – May Cause Tears and Bleeding in Heart Tissue
The reason for recall is the incomplete closure of the TigerPaw System II may result in tissue tears and/or bleeding. The use of this recalled device may cause serious adverse health consequences, including death.
Plasma Free Hemoglobin Is an Independent Predictor of Mortality among Patients on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support
Hemolysis is common in all extracorporeal circuits as evident by the elevated plasma free hemoglobin (PFHb) level. We investigated whether increased hemolysis during extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is an independent mortality predictor.
Off-pump Bilateral Internal Thoracic Artery Grafting
The objective of this study is to analyse early results of our BITA grafting and to establish the safety of bilateral internal thoracic grafts (BITA) use in all patients.
Improved Long-Term Survival for Diabetic Patients with Surgical Versus Interventional Revascularization
We undertook a prospective registry of coronary revascularization (CR) in diabetic patients with CABG, on-pump and off-pump, and PCI with bare-metal and drug-eluting stents to determine long-term clinical outcomes.
The Efficacy, Safety and Cost-Effectiveness of Intra-Operative Cell Salvage in High-Bleeding-Risk Cardiac Surgery with Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Prospective Randomized and Controlled Trial
The objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy, safety and cost-effectiveness of intra-operative cell salvage (CS) in high-bleeding-risk cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB).
The Efficacy, Safety and Cost-Effectiveness of Intra-Operative Cell Salvage in High-Bleeding-Risk Cardiac Surgery with Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Prospective Randomized and Controlled Trial
The objective of this study is to evaluate the efficacy, safety and cost-effectiveness of intra-operative cell salvage (CS) in high-bleeding-risk cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB).
Hybrid Coronary Revascularization Versus Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting for Multi-vessel Coronary Artery Disease: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
The purpose of this meta-analysis was to compare the short-term outcomes of hybrid coronary revascularization (HCR) with those of coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) for multivessel coronary artery disease (MCAD).
Prasugrel increases the need for Platelet Transfusions and Surgical Reexploration Rates compared with Clopidogrel in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
is associated with an increased need for platelet transfusions
Acute Kidney Injury and Prognosis after Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Meta-Analysis of Cohort Studies
CPB-associated AKI is associated with a more than 2-fold increase in early mortality regardless of AKI definition
Acid-Base Pathophysiology after 130 Years: Confusing, Irrational and Controversial
Despite huge progress in acid-base knowledge, several confusing, irrational and controversial issues remain
Modified Ultrafiltration during Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Postoperative Course of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
In this review, we tried to evaluate the current evidence about MUF