The Effect of Tranexamic Acid in Blood Loss and Transfusion Volume in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Surgery: A Single-Surgeon Experience
Tranexamic acid (TXA) has been shown to decrease blood loss in cardiac and joint surgery. Few studies have examined its use in pediatric spine surgery, and the results are inconsistent. The aim of this study was to determine whether TXA decreases intraoperative blood loss and transfusion requirements in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis patients undergoing posterior spinal fusion by a single surgeon.
Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair with the MitraClip: Early Results from the MitraClip Asia-Pacific Registry (MARS)
Percutaneous MitraClip therapy has been shown to be safe and efficacious in mitral regurgitation (MR). Our aim was to describe early outcomes in patients from the Asia-Pacific region.
Initial Experience with Internal Mammary Artery Harvesting with the da Vinci Surgical System for Minimally Invasive Direct Coronary Artery Bypass
We evaluated the feasibility of off-pump minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass (MIDCAB) in combination with robotic harvesting of the left internal mammary artery (LIMA).
Platelet Dysfunction as Measured by a Point-of-Care Monitor is an Independent Predictor of High Blood Loss in Cardiac Surgery
Excessive bleeding carries a heavy burden of illness in cardiac surgery. Although platelet dysfunction is considered to be an important cause, it is not routinely measured. Our objective was to explore the relationship between platelet dysfunction and blood loss in cardiac surgery.
PRP as a New Approach to Prevent Infection: Preparation and in Vitro Antimicrobial Properties of PRP
In this study, we disclose a new strategy that may be effective in preventing implant-associated infection based on the potential antimicrobial properties of platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Due to its well-studied properties for promoting healing, PRP (a biological product) has been increasingly used for clinical applications including orthopaedic surgeries, periodontal and oral surgeries, maxillofacial surgeries, plastic surgeries, sports medicine, etc.
Surgical Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation: An Updated Review
The first Cox-Maze procedure was performed in 1987, demonstrating the feasibility of a non-pharmacological treatment for atrial fibrillation (AF). Since then, surgery for AF has changed over time, in parallel with technological advances.
An Orthopedic Tissue Adhesive for Targeted Delivery of Intraoperative Biologics
One emerging therapeutic trend in orthopedics is the use of intraoperative biologics (IOB), such as bone marrow (BM) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP), to stimulate healing. Here, we introduce the application of the biomaterial chondroitin sulfate succinimidyl succinate (CS-NHS) to deliver IOB in a hydrogel adhesive.
Shortage: Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection Bags
Shortage: Sodium Chloride 0.9% Injection Bags
Ministernotomy Versus Conventional Sternotomy for Aortic Valve Replacement: Matched Propensity Score Analysis of 808 Patients
The proportion of minimally invasive approaches is rising in cardiac surgery, in part driven by increasing patient demand. This study aimed to perform a risk-adjusted comparison of mortality, rate of stroke and perioperative morbidity of aortic valve replacement (AVR) conducted through either partial ministernotomy or conventional sternotomy.
Outcomes following Cardiac Surgery in Patients with Preoperative Renal Dialysis
The question addressed was that whether patients who are dependent on chronic dialysis have higher morbidity and mortality rates than the general population when undergoing cardiac surgery.
Left Ventricular End-Diastolic Pressure Predicts Survival in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery Patients
Therefore, the purpose of this study was to define the long-term predictive value of elevated LVEDP in CABG and its relationship to LVEF.
A Common Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE) Polymorphism and Preoperative ACE Inhibition Modify Risk of Tachyarrhythmias After Congenital Heart Surgery
An understanding of genotype variation may play an important role in the perioperative management of congenital heart surgery.