Use of a pH-Stat Strategy During Retrograde Cerebral Perfusion Improves Cerebral Perfusion and Tissue Oxygenation
BACKGROUND: Although it is well documented that the use of a pH-stat strategy during hypothermic cardiopulmonary bypass improves cerebral blood flow, an […]
The Effects of Autologous Platelet Gel on Wound Healing
Abstract Laser resurfocing techniques have become a popular means of achieving rejuvenation of damaged skin. Interest is great in attempting to speed […]
Pulmonary Artery Perfusion With Hypothermic Solution Inhibits the Apoptosis of Lung Parenchymal Cells During CPB
OBJECTIVE: To study effects of pulmonary artery perfusion with hypothermic solution on the apoptosis of lung parenchymal cells during cardiopulmonary bypass. METHODS: […]
Rewarm Rate After Cardiac Surgery a Major Factor in Preventing Cognitive Deficits
DURHAM, NC — May 9, 2000 — For years, surgeons have been performing successful open heart surgeries on their patients only to […]
Histological Evaluation of Sinus Augmentation Using Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
Abstract:The use of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in conjunction with autogenous bone graft materials has recently been advocated for use in sinus […]
Local Gene Transfer of phVEGF-2 Plasmid by Gene-Eluting Stents
Background: Drug-eluting stents represent a useful strategy for the prevention of restenosis using various antiproliferative drugs. These strategies share the liability of […]
Symmetry Bypass Connector Device Linked to Recalcitrant Neointimal Hyperplasia
The recently introduced Symmetry Bypass Connector device seems to be associated with a high rate of acute coronary syndromes within 6 months […]
Transmyocardial Laser Revascularization (TMR)
Transmyocardial Laser Revascularization (TMR) is a new surgical procedure that employs a high-energy, computer-synchronized carbon dioxide (CO2) laser, called The Heart Laser […]
Platelet Storage Solution Improves the in Vitro Function of Preserved Platelet Concentrate
BACKGROUND: Stored platelets develop biochemical lesions, manifest as depressed haemostatic function, clot retraction and wound healing. ViaCyte trade mark, a proprietary experimental […]
The Effect of Zero-Balanced Ultrafiltration During Cardiopulmonary Bypass on S100b Release and Cognitive Function
Zero-balanced ultrafiltration (ZBUF) might reduce the systemic inflammatory response (SIRS) during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) by removing inflammatory mediators.
Correlation Between Inflammatory Response and Markers of Neuronal Damage in Coronary Revascularization With and Without Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Off-pump coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery may reduce the inflammatory response and the neuronal damage associated with conventional CABG on cardiopulmonary bypass.