Effects of Extreme Hemodilution during Cardiac Surgery on Cognitive Function in the Elderly
Because there is uncertainty regarding the impact of hemodilution on perioperative organ function, the authors hypothesized that extreme hemodilution during cardiac surgery would increase the frequency and severity of postoperative neurocognitive deficits.
Cardioplegia and Diazoxide Modulate STAT3 Activation and DNA Binding
To investigate this hypothesis, we examined the effects of DSA and DSA+DZX cardioplegia on STAT1/3 phosphorylation and DNA binding in the in situ blood perfused pig heart model.
Systemic Inflammation After On-Pump and Off-Pump Coronary Bypass Surgery: A One-Month Follow-Up
This study sought to assess inflammation activation in the follow-up (up to one month) of coronary bypass surgery performed both on- (CABG) and off-pump (OPCAB).
Autologous Injectable Tissue-Engineered Cartilage by Using Platelet-Rich Plasma: Experimental Study in a Rabbit Model
This study aimed to investigate the feasibility of a PRP carrier to deliver chondrocytes and regenerate cartilage tissues in a rabbit model via injection.
Cytomedix Receives FDA Clearance for Autologel
Under the supervision of a healthcare professional, the PRP gel produced by the AutoloGel™ System is suitable for exuding wounds, such as leg ulcers, pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers and for the management of mechanically or surgicallydebrided wounds.
Autologous Platelet-Leukocyte Enriched Gel. Basics and Efficacy. A Novel Method to Support Soft Tissue and Bone Healing
The purpose of this thesis was to provide basic information on features which are important for the application of platelet-leukocyte gel, to overcome the conflicting data that have been reported in clinical studies and experimental research on the efficacy of platelet-leukocyte gel treatment.
Early Bone Formation in Human Bone Grafts Treated With Platelet-Rich Plasma: Preliminary Histomorphometric Results
The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on early and late bone healing after autogenous maxillary sinus grafting.
FDA Panel Votes to Keep Bayer Drug on the Market
A Food and Drug Administration panel of outside medical experts said a Bayer AG drug, used to control bleeding in patients undergoing heart-bypass surgery, should stay on the U.S. market.
Blood Lactate Levels During Cardiopulmonary Bypass for Valvular Heart Surgery
studied the perioperative blood lactate levels in 82 patients undergoing valvular heart surgery.
Predictors of Outcome in Patients With Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Requiring Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
We aimed to identify (a) the factors that could predict outcome and (b) the incidence and relation of complications during ECMO to outcome.
Antibacterial Effect of Autologous Platelet Gel Enriched With Growth Factors and Other Active Substances: An In Vitro Study
We analysed the antibacterial effect of platelet-rich gel in vitro by using the platelet-rich plasma samples of 20 volunteers, in vitro laboratory susceptibility to platelet-rich gel was determined by the Kirby-Bauer disc-diffusion method. Baseline antimicrobial activity was assessed by measuring the zones of inhibition on agar plates coated with selected bacterial strains.
Processing of Stored Packed Red Blood Cells Using Autotransfusion Devices Decreases Potassium and Microaggregates: A Prospective, Randomized, Single-Blinded in Vitro Study
The aim of the study was to compare the potential of autotransfusion devices to reduce non-infectious complications related to transfusion of long-stored packed red blood cells (PRBC; n= 57), such as changes in electrolytes, blood cells and the load of free microaggregates.