Platelet Transfusion: A Clinical Practice Guideline From the AABB
The AABB (formerly, the American Association of Blood Banks) developed this guideline on appropriate use of platelet transfusion in adult patients.
Role of Topical Application of Gentamicin Containing Collagen Implants in Cardiac Surgery
Sternal wound infections (SWI) continue to be a major cause of concern after cardiac surgery.
72 Hours Standby Time of Wet-Primed Cardiopulmonary Bypass Circuits: A Microbiological Quality Assurance Study
These findings indicate the safe use of primed cardiopulmonary bypass circuits in standby mode for 72 hours
Heparin Coated Cardiopulmonary Bypass Circuits Selectively Deplete the Pattern Recognition Molecule Ficolin-2 of the Lectin Complement Pathway in Vivo
These findings may have implications for the postoperative susceptibility to infections
Targeted Temperature Management in Survivors of Cardiac Arrest
Mild therapeutic hypothermia (MTH) results in a significant decrease in mortality and improvement of neurologic outcomes in cardiac arrest (CA) survivors.
Is Microplegia Really Superior to Standard Blood Cardioplegia? The Results from a Meta-Analysis
We sought to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare microplegia and standard blood cardioplegia on the cardioprotective effects for patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).
Custodiol for Myocardial Protection and Preservation: A Systematic Review
This systematic review aimed to assess the evidence for the efficacy of Custodiol in myocardial protection and as a preservation solution in heart transplant.
Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Pregnancy
Cardiac surgery carried out on cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) in a pregnant woman is associated with poor neonatal outcomes although maternal outcomes are similar to cardiac surgery in non-pregnant women.
Outcomes of Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement: The Benchmark for Percutaneous Therapies
This article will discuss current outcomes for surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) among high- and intermediate-risk patients with aortic valve stenosis (AS) as a barometer in assessing the results of nascent percutaneous therapies.
Carotid and Coronary Disease Management Prior to Open and Endovascular Aortic Surgery. What are the Current Guidelines
This review considers recent guidelines and algorithms for investigation and management for carotid and coronary disease management.
CABG Versus PCI in the Treatment of Diabetic Patients Affected by Coronary Artery Disease
The purpose of this study was to review the available literature based on randomized trials and observational studies in order to allow clinicians to make evidence-based decisions when treating diabetic patients with multivessel coronary disease.
Endocarditis 2014: An Update
This review outlines and consolidates the most recent guidelines, including the 2007 and 2010 AHA/ACC guidelines and scientific statements for the prevention and management of infective endocarditis and for the management of cardiovascular device infections.