Extracorporeal Circulation without External Clamping and Cannulation of the Aorta: Transventricular Placement of a New Multifunctional Aortic Cannula
This cannula could be used in patients with a severe atherosclerotic ascending aorta. The risk of plaque detachment and stroke during ECC might be reduced.
Fulminant Myocarditis in Adults and Children: Bi-Ventricular Assist Device for Recovery
In FM with intractable cardiogenic shock, the use of a BiVAD as a bridge to recovery is a life saving approach and should be considered before multi-end organ failure.
Extracorporeal Cardiac Shock Wave Therapy Markedly Ameliorates Ischemia-Induced Myocardial Dysfunction in Pigs in Vivo
These results suggest that extracorporeal cardiac SW therapy is an effective and noninvasive therapeutic strategy for ischemic heart disease.
Intraoperative Use of Autologous Platelet-rich and Platelet-poor Plasma for Orthopedic Surgery Patients
Abstract: As use of autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and platelet-poor plasma (PPP) increases for intraoperative care of a variety of patients, it […]
Cytomedix, Inc. Expands Patent Litigation Representation by Engaging Leading Litigation Firm
Cytomedix, Inc. (OTC BB:CYME.OB - News) today announced an expansion of the company's patent litigation legal representation with the engagement of Fish & Richardson on a contingent fee basis.
Identification of Pressure Passive Cerebral Perfusion and Its Mediators after Infant Cardiac Surgery
Absctract: Cerebrovascular pressure autoregulation (CPA) regulates cerebral blood flow (CBF) in relation to changes in mean arterial blood pressure (MAP). Identification of […]
Sinus Floor Augmentation With Simultaneous Placement of Dental Implants in the Presence of Platelet-Rich Plasma or Recombinant Human Bone Morphogenetic Protein-7
The aim of the present study was to evaluate the possible benefit of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) in sinus grafting as compared with recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-7 (rhBMP-7).
Avoidance of Bleeding During Surgery in Patients Receiving Anticoagulant and/or Antiplatelet Therapy : Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Considerations
Perioperative management of chronically anticoagulated patients and/or patients treated with antiplatelet therapy is a complex medical problem.
Trasylol Reduces Bleeding in CABG Patients on Anti-Platelet Therapy
In patients who require anti-platelet therapy, aprotinin (Trasylol; Bayer's) reduces blood loss and the need for blood transfusions during and after coronary artery bypass surgery, Bayer said on Tuesday.
Cerebral Activation of Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinases After Circulatory Arrest and Low Flow Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Our results indicate that phosphorylated extracellular regulated kinase 1/2 may play a prominent role in early cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury and endothelial dysfunction.
The Short Term Effects of Cardiopulmonary Bypass on Neurologic Function in Children and Young Adults
There are no marked adverse neurologic effects of CPB in school-age children and young adults undergoing non-complex open-heart surgery.
Early Hemofiltration Improves Survival in Post-Cardiotomy Patients With Acute Renal Failure
Early and aggressive use of CVVH is associated with better than expected survival in severe ARF after cardiac operations.