Prolonged Outbreak of Mycobacterium Chimaera Infection After Open-Chest Heart Surgery
Invasive Mycobacterium chimaera infections were diagnosed in 2012 in 2 heart surgery patients on extracorporeal circulation. We launched an outbreak investigation to identify the source and extent of the potential outbreak and to implement preventive measures.
Platelet Rich Plasma in Veterinary Medicine (EP Video)
Dr. Jenny Kelly discusses the use of PRP in veterinary medicine (27:04 minutes).
Combined Use of Adipose Derived Stem Cells & PRP: Expanding Indications (EP Video)
Dr. Miller provides scientific rationale and clinical examples of a treatment modality that includes the combined use of adipose stem cells and platelet rich plasma (42:58 minutes).
Platelet Rich Plasma in Veterinary Medicine (EP Video)
Dr. Jenny Kelly discusses the use of PRP in veterinary medicine (27:04 minutes).
Complex IVC Filter Retrieval Using the AngioVac Device for Distal Embolization Protection (EP Video)
IVC Filters have demonstrated to effectively reduce the incidence of pulmonary embolism. However, there are potential short and long-term complications related to their use. One of the most devastating complications is filter thrombosis (28:57 minutes).
Combined Use of Adipose Derived Stem Cells & PRP: Expanding Indications (EP Video)
Dr. Miller provides scientific rationale and clinical examples of a treatment modality that includes the combined use of adipose stem cells and platelet rich plasma (42:58 minutes).
Hemoglobin Optimization and Transfusion Strategies in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery
Although red blood cells (RBCs) transfusion is sometimes associated with adverse reactions, anemia could also lead to increased morbidity and mortality in high-risk patients.
Mesenchymal Stem Cells for Cardiac Regenerative Therapy: Optimization of Cell Differentiation Strategy
In this review, we will focus on the recent progress on mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) derived cardiomyocytes for cardiac regeneration after myocardial infarction (MI).
The Effect of Aspirin on Bleeding and Transfusion in Contemporary Cardiac Surgery
The purpose of this study was to investigate preoperative aspirin use and its effect on bleeding and transfusion in cardiac surgery.
Echocardiographic Findings Before and After Surgical Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot
This study compares echocardiographic findings before and after surgical repair of Tetralogy of Fallot.
Pathological Substratum for a Case of Fulminant Myocarditis Treated with Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation and Subsequent Heart Transplantation
Aggressive mechanical circulatory support may be an essential bridge for recovery or even transplantation in patients with fulminant myocarditis with shock.
Supplemental Cardioplegia Immediately before Graft Implantation may Improve Early Post-Transplantation Outcome
Preservation of cardiac grafts for transplantation is not standardized and most centers use a single administration of crystalloid solution at the time of harvesting. We investigated possible benefits of an additional dose of cardioplegia dispensed immediately before implantation.