An Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Cannulation Curriculum Featuring a Novel Integrated Skills Trainer Leads to Improved Performance Among Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Trainees.
We hypothesized that a simulation-based ECMO cannulation curriculum featuring a novel integrated skills trainer would improve ECMO cannulation during cardiopulmonary resuscitation performance by cardiothoracic surgery trainees.
Apnea Test for Brain Death Determination in a Patient on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
Apnea test is a key component to confirm brain death. For patients receiving extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), apnea test remains challenging. Brain death (BD) diagnosis is often made without apnea test.
Potential Biomarkers for Predicting Outcomes in CABG Cardiothoracic Surgeries
In this review, we assess currently available cardiac biomarkers as predictors of clinical outcome for post-operative CABG patients.
Acute Kidney Injury is a Frequent Complication in Critically Ill Neonates on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A 14-year Cohort Study
Newborns in need of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) support are at high risk of developing acute kidney injury (AKI).
Is Elimination of Cardiotomy Suction Preferable in Aortic Valve Replacement? Assessment of Perioperative Coagulation, Fibrinolysis and Inflammation
Guidelines recommend the avoidance of direct return of pericardial blood based on evidence from coronary surgery.
Effects of Venovenous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation on Cerebral Oxygenation in Hypercapnic ARDS
We report on the variations of cerebral oxygenation during the initiation period of ECMO treatment in a patient with hypercapnic ARDS
Managing the Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Circuit Integrity and Safety Utilizing the Perfusionist as the “ECMO Specialist”
We have now developed a safe circuit and fiscally responsible staffing model that utilizes a perfusionist and a telemetry-based electronic record keeper, permitting the perfusionist to leave the bedside and interact with the circuit when necessary.
Cardiovascular Medication in Relation to Renal Function after Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
The objective of the current study was to analyze the association between renal function and guideline-recommended drug therapy in patients with coronary heart disease.
Transapical Approach for Mitral Valve Repair during Insertion of a Left Ventricular Assist Device
This study analyzes the outcomes of a transapical approach for edge-to-edge repair of the mitral valve during insertion of a left ventricular assist device in 19 patients with MR.
Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation
The purpose of this review is to clarify the rationale for the surgical techniques applicable to ischemic mitral regurgitation, (IMR).
Neuron-Specific Enolase Serum Levels Predict Severe Neuronal Injury after Extracorporeal Life Support in Resuscitation
In this study, the institutional ECLS database was used to correlate neuron-specific enolase (NSE) serum peak values with outcome of patients supported with venoarterial (VA) ECLS during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Sports Medicine Applications of Platelet Rich Plasma
In this review, a classification for platelet rich plasma is proposed and the in-vitro, preclinical and human investigations of PRP applications in sports medicine will be reviewed as well as a discussion of rehabilitation after a PRP procedure.