Autologous Platelet Gel in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: Effects on Surgical Wound Healing
The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of APG on surgical site infection, post-operative pain, blood loss, and bruising.
10 Hemoglobin Test Result Variability and Cost Analysis of Eight Different Analyzers During Open Heart Surgery
The purpose of this study was to compare the variation in hemoglobin (Hgb) values among various point-of-care (POC) analyzers available on the market.
Reviewing the Structural Features of Autologous Platelet-Leukocyte Gel and Suggestions for Use in Surgery
PLG can be useful in a wide range of clinical applications to enhance healing following surgical procedures, since exogenous applied PLG releases instantly platelet growth factors, in the presence of leukocytic cells.
Impact of Sonoclot Hemostasis Analysis After Cardiopulmonary Bypass on Postoperative Hemorrhage in Cardiac Surgery
In this study, we used a modified Sonoclot assay, using cuvettes with a glass bead activator containing heparinase, and compared the Sonoclot data before and after cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) to assess the usefulness in predicting postoperative hemorrhage.
Neuroprotective Effect of Mild Hypothermia in Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Surgery With Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Five-Year Follow-up of a Randomized Trial
In a randomized trial of 223 patients undergoing coronary artery surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass, we have reported a neuroprotective effect of mild hypothermia. To determine whether the beneficial effect of mild hypothermia was long-lasting, we repeated the psychometric tests in 131 patients after 5 years.
The Effect of Different Platelet-Rich Plasma Concentrations on Proliferation and Differentiation of Human Periodontal Ligament Cells In Vitro
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the biological effects of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on human periodontal ligament cells (hPDLCs) in vitro.
Combined Use of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Bone Grafting With or Without Guided Tissue Regeneration in the Treatment of Anterior Interproximal Defects
The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the efficacy of PRP when used in combination with beta-tricalcium phosphate (beta-TCP) alloplastic graft material and collagen barrier membrane in the treatment of anterior interproximal intrabony defects.
Bivalirudin Anticoagulation for Cardiopulmonary Bypass
We present the case of a patient with heparin hypersensitivity who was anticoagulated with bivalirudin during cardiopulmonary bypass for coronary artery bypass grafting.
Transfusion-Free Cardiac Reoperation in an 11-kg Jehovah’s Witness Child by Use of a Minimized Cardiopulmonary Bypass Circuit
Herein, we describe the design of a perfusion system for a complex cardiovascular reoperation in an 11-kg Jehovah's Witness patient. The goal of safe, transfusion-free surgery was achieved chiefly by minimizing the priming volume of the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit to 200 mL while providing adequate flow and standard safety features.
Management of Air Embolism During HeartMate XVE Exchange
We present a case in which a 45-year-old man supported by a HeartMate(R) XVE left ventricular assist device required a pump exchange due to failure of the device motor.
Observation of an Injectable Tissue-Engineered Bone Constructed With Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma and Bone Marrow Stromal Cells
To construct an injectable tissue-engineered bone graft with fibrin glue (FG), autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and bone marrow stromal cells (BMSCs) cultured in vitro and study its biological characteristics and microscopic structures.
Body Perfusion in Surgery of the Aortic Arch
We propose a new cannulation and perfusion technique for aortic arch surgery, in order to achieve continuous antegrade total-body perfusion under moderate hypothermia.