Does Clopidogrel Increase Blood Loss Following Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
Clopidogrel within 4 days of coronary bypass surgery is associated with increased blood losses and reoperation for bleeding and, according to multivariable models, is an independent risk factor for increased transfusion requirements and prolonged ICU and hospital length of stay.
Descending Thoracic Aortic Rupture: Role of Endovascular Stent-Grafting
The early results of endovascular stent-grafting for the treatment of high-risk patients with descending thoracic aortic rupture are promising.
Treatment of Periapical Inflammatory Lesion With the Combination of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Tricalcium Phosphate: A Case Report
In this case report, use of platelet gel in conjunction with TCP in the treatment of periapical inflammatory lesion and the results of 12 months has been reported.
Aortic Atheroma Burden and Cognitive Dysfunction After Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery
Although the etiology of NCD is likely multifactorial, our results suggest that aortic atherosclerosis may not be the primary factor in the pathogenesis of post-CABG cognitive changes.
Does Clopidogrel Increase Blood Loss Following Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
Clopidogrel within 4 days of coronary bypass surgery is associated with increased blood losses and reoperation for bleeding and, according to multivariable models, is an independent risk factor for increased transfusion requirements and prolonged ICU and hospital length of stay.
Descending Thoracic Aortic Rupture: Role of Endovascular Stent-Grafting
The early results of endovascular stent-grafting for the treatment of high-risk patients with descending thoracic aortic rupture are promising.
Treatment of Periapical Inflammatory Lesion With the Combination of Platelet-Rich Plasma and Tricalcium Phosphate: A Case Report
In this case report, use of platelet gel in conjunction with TCP in the treatment of periapical inflammatory lesion and the results of 12 months has been reported.
The Impact of Aortic Manipulation on Neurologic Outcomes After Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery: A Risk-Adjusted Study
Aortic manipulation during CABG is a contributing mechanism for postoperative stroke. The incidence of postoperative stroke increases with increased levels of aortic manipulation.
Allogenic Blood Transfusion Does Not Predispose to Infection After Cardiac Surgery
The administration of blood per se did not lead to increased postoperative infection. Clinicians should reconsider withholding blood transfusion in patients solely owing to concerns of predisposition to infection.
Improving Outcomes in Coronary Surgery: The Impact of Echo-Directed Aortic Cannulation and Perioperative Hemodynamic Management in 500 Patients
A standardized approach to CABG using echocardiographic guided aortic cannulation and perioperative hemodynamic management reduces perioperative stroke and death associated with on-pump coronary surgery.
Total Arterial Off-Pump Coronary Surgery: Time to Change Our Habits?
Total arterial OPCAB has a safe outcome in terms of mortality and neurologic events and has a low linearized rate of cardiac-related events at follow-up, even for patients with a moderate- to high-risk profile.
Are There Enough Jobs in Cardiothoracic Surgery?
Although most finishing residents were satisfied with training and career choice, significant concerns exist regarding job opportunities and compensation.