Endothelin and Vasopressin Influence Splanchnic Blood Flow Distribution during and after Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Gastrointestinal blood flow can be compromised during and after cardiopulmonary bypass
Thoracic robotics at the Heart Hospital Baylor Plano: the first 20 cases
A da Vinci Robotic Surgical System was purchased for The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano in fall 2011 and a program for robotic-assisted thoracic surgery commenced at the facility.
Replacement of Aprotinin by ε-Aminocaproic Acid in Infants undergoing Cardiac Surgery: Consequences for Blood Loss and Outcome
We compared aprotinin and EACA with respect to their blood-sparing efficacy and other major clinical outcome criteria in infants undergoing cardiac surgery.
Admission Rapid Thrombelastography Can Replace Conventional Coagulation Tests in the Emergency Department: Experience with 1974 Consecutive Trauma Patients
We hypothesized that r-TEGs more reliably predict blood component transfusion than CCTs.
Risk of Renal Dysfunction after Less Invasive Multivessel Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Several centers have established that off-pump, multivessel coronary artery bypass grafting performed via a small thoracotomy (MVST) is feasible.
Review Article: Heparin Sensitivity and Resistance: Management during Cardiopulmonary Bypass
In this review, we discuss the variability of heparin potency, heparin responsiveness as measured by the ACT, and the current management of heparin resistance.
Use of a Single-Circuit CentriMag® for Biventricular Support in Postpartum Cardiomyopathy
This technology allows for the CentriMag® to be considered as an early option for biventricular support in the treatment and management of these patients as a bridge to recovery.
Preoperative Antithrombin Supplementation in Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Purified antithrombin supplementation in cardiac surgery has been suggested for the treatment of heparin resistance and the prevention of thromboembolic complications.
Effect of the Adjunct of Carbon Dioxide during Cardiopulmonary Bypass on Cerebral Oxygenation
This paper points out how the use of an external source of CO2 effects on the absolute value of cerebral NIRS during cardiac surgery on cardiopulmonary bypass.
Pump Flow Changes Do Not Impair Sublingual Microcirculation during Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Changes in the CPB pump flow rate within 20% (80%-100%) of its theoretic value do not alter the sublingual microcirculation.
Impact of Pulsatile Perfusion on Clinical Outcomes of Neonates and Infants with Complex Pathologies undergoing Cardiopulmonary Bypass Procedures
We conclude that the use of pulsatile flow is a better option and should be considered for repair of the complex congenital heart defects.
A New Formula for Determining Arterial Oxygen Saturation during Venovenous Extracorporeal Oxygenation
We found a relationship between arterial oxygen saturation (SaO(2)) and its relevant parameters.