Calculating Risk for Poor Outcomes After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
The object of this study is to outline the tools available to help understand the risk of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and the gaps in knowledge regarding TAVR risk estimation.
Venous-to-Arterial pCO2 Difference in High-risk Surgical Patients
Alteration of tissue perfusion is a main contributor to organ dysfunction in high-risk surgical patients. The difference between venous carbon dioxide and arterial carbon dioxide pressure (pCO2 gap) has been described as a parameter reflecting tissue hypoperfusion in critically ill patients who are insufficiently resuscitated.
Impact of Repositioning During Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement on Embolized Debris
Abstract BACKGROUND: Use of the dual-filter cerebral embolic protection (CEP) device has been linked to a lower stroke rate in patients undergoing […]
Calculating Risk for Poor Outcomes After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
Abstract OBJECTIVE: To outline the tools available to help understand the risk of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and the gaps in […]
The Influence of Carbon Dioxide Field Flooding in Mitral Valve Operations With Cardiopulmonary Bypass on S100ß Level in Blood Plasma in the Aging Brain
Abstract INTRODUCTION: The risk of air microembolism during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is high and influences the postoperative outcome, especially in elderly patients. […]
Emerging Indications for Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in Adults with Respiratory Failure
Recent advances in technology have spurred the increasing use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in patients with severe hypoxemic respiratory failure.Ultimately, with upcoming and future technological advances, there is the promise of true destination therapy, which could lead to a major paradigm shift in the management of respiratory failure.
Influence of Time Interval Between Coronary Angiography to Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery on Incidence of Cardiac Surgery Associated Acute Kidney Injury
The aim of this study was to assess influence of time interval between coronary angiography (CAG) to off-pump CABG (OPCABG) on incidence of cardiac surgery associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI).
Different Dose Regimes and Administration Methods of Tranexamic Acid in Cardiac Surgery: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Trials
The efficacy of tranexamic acid (TXA) to reduce perioperative blood loss and allogeneic blood transfusion in cardiacsurgeries has been proved in previous studies, but its adverse effects especially seizure has always been a problem of concern.
The Pharmacological Protection of Renal Function in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery
Abstract OBJECTIVES: To compare the effects of different routes and timings of administration of dopamine and mannitol used to alleviate the adverse effects of […]
Evaluation and Reconditioning of Donor Organs for Transplantation Through Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion
In this prospective study, we subjected five lungs considered to be high risk for transplantation to 4 hours of ex vivo lungperfusion, with evaluation of oxygenation capacity.
Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement: An Alternate Treatment Methodology for Patients at High Surgical Risk
Transcatheter mitral valve repair and replacement (TMVR) is a recent technology that can benefit MVR patients as an alternative, minimally invasive, and safer solution than conventional open-heart surgical approaches.
Dual Inflow Without Circulatory Arrest for Hemiarch Replacement
Abstract BACKGROUND: Open distal graft to proximal aortic arch anastomosis is central to a hemiarch replacement. Even if the ischemic tolerance time […]