Comparison of Three Autotransfusion Devices for Utilization in the Pediatric Population
Each device proved effective within our pediatric population.
Successful Use of Protek Duo Cannula to Provide Veno-Venous Extra-Corporeal Membrane Oxygenation and Right Ventricular Support for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome in an Adolescent with Complex Congenital Heart Disease
When placed under fluoroscopy guidance, the TPD cannula can be considered as a safe alternative to provide vvECMO and RV support in patients with congenital heart disease.
Hemodynamics of Neonatal Double Lumen Cannula Malposition
Results obtained through computational fluid dynamics methodology can provide valuable foresight in assessing the performance of the dual lumen cannula in patient-specific configurations.
Clinical Evaluation of a New Dispersive Aortic Cannula
The Stealth Flow cannula, which was designed based on our previous experimental study, contributed to reducing cerebral and aortic events as much as the Soft-Flow cannula in the present clinical study.
Neuromonitoring Modalities in Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia: A Review of the Literature
This review provides a brief overview of the current knowledge regarding neurodevelopmental outcomes in children with CHD and summarizes the evidence for the use of the following 4 neuromonitoring modalities: transcranial Doppler, cerebral near-infrared spectroscopy, standard electroencephalography, and processed electroencephalography.
Air in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: Can Never be Overemphasized
Air in the extracorporeal membrane oxygenation circuit should never be overemphasized, especially during special procedures.
Disinfection and Cleaning of Heater–Cooler Units: Suspension- and Biofilm-Killing
A combination of an enzyme detergent and Clorox was an effective disinfection treatment and significantly delayed the reappearance of M. chimaera in the heater–cooler reservoir.
Simulation in Perfusion: Evaluating the Efficacy of a Specific Training with Eye-tracking
In combination with other measures, eye-tracking is suitable for the evaluation of simulation training.
Comparison of Outcomes of the Use of Del Nido and St. Thomas Cardioplegia in Adult and Paediatric Cardiac Surgery: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Del Nido cardioplegia may be a viable alternative to the use of St. Thomas cardioplegia in both adult and paediatric patients, providing similar postoperative outcomes while also affording the additional advantage of shorter aortic cross-clamp time and cardiopulmonary bypass time (in adult cardiac surgery) and decreased rates of defibrillation (in both adult and paediatric cardiac surgery).
Influence of Hemoadsorption during Cardiopulmonary Bypass on Blood Vesicle Count and Function
Additional artificial surfaces to the CPB-circuit introduced by the use of the HA device showed no effect on circulating MV count and function in these patients. Larger studies are needed to assess and clarify the effect of HA on circulating vesicle counts and function.
Novel, Digital, Chest Drainage System in Cardiac Surgery
The new, digital, chest drainage system showed better early drainage of the chest cavity and was as reliable as conventional systems. Quicker drain removal might impact on intensive care unit (ICU) stay and reduce costs. Additional advantages are portable size, battery operation, patient mobility, noiseless function, digital indications and alarms.
Postcardiac Surgery Acute Stroke Therapies: A Systematic Review
Endovascular thrombectomy, with or without IAT, is being used increasingly with success in patients presenting with postcardiac surgery stroke.