Investigating the Effect of Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma on Pain in Patients with Pilonidal Abscess Treated with Surgical Removal of Extensive Tissue
Effect of using autologous platelet-rich plasma (PRP) on pain reduction in patients with pilonidal abscess, subjected to extensive surgical removal tissue, was investigated through a clinical trial.
Advances in Regenerative Orthopedics
The regeneration of orthopedic tissues requires 4 key components: cells, morphogenetic signals, scaffolds, and an appropriate mechanical environment.
The “Tube-In-Tube” Circuit: A New Method for Delivering Cold Blood Cardioplegia in Neonates and Small Infants
The tube-in-tube circuit proved to be an effective strategy for low-flow cardioplegia delivery
Foam Formation and Acute Air Emboli with the Maquet Paediatric Quadrox I: A Word of Caution
We report 3 cases of significant foam formation in the venous reservoir
Overcoming Challenges in the Management of Critical Events During Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Critical events during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) can challenge the most experienced perfusionists
A Need for Speed? Bypass Time and Outcomes after Isolated Aortic Valve Replacement Surger
CPB time remains a significant factor determining mediastinal blood loss,
A Multicenter, Randomized, Active-Controlled Study to Investigate the Efficacy and Safety of Intravenous Ferric Carboxymaltose in Patients with Iron Deficiency Anemia
We evaluated FCM versus oral iron in IDA patients.
Health Care-Associated Infection after Red Blood Cell Transfusion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Among hospitalized patients, a restrictive RBC transfusion strategy was associated with a reduced risk of health care-associated infection
Disturbance in Venous Outflow from the Cerebral Circulation Intensifies the Release of Blood-Brain Barrier Injury Biomarkers in Patients undergoing Cardiac Surgery
Disturbances in venous outflow from the cerebral circulation may result in brain injury.
Experience with Intravenous Ferric Carboxymaltose in Patients with Iron Deficiency Anemia
Ferric carboxymaltose (FCM) is a nondextran iron preparation recently approved in the United States for intravenous treatment of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) in adult patients with intolerance or unsatisfactory response to oral iron or with nondialysis-dependent chronic kidney disease.
The Management of Cerebral Oximetry During Cardiopulmonary Bypass as a Standard of Care for Cerebral Protection (EP Video)
Allyson Aquino discusses the merits of cerebral oximetry as a standard-of-care for cardiopulmonary bypass (15:33 minutes).
ABO Incompatible Heart Transplants (EP Video)
Molly Hageman discusses ABO incompatible heart transplantation in her scholarship presentation (15:36 minutes).