Near-Infrared Spectroscopy-Detected Cerebral Ischemia Resolved by Cannulation of an Axillo-Femoral Graft during Surgical Repair of Type A Aortic Dissection
We report the case of a patient who experienced near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS)-detected transient regional cerebral desaturation during cardiopulmonary bypass for an operation to replace the aortic arch.
Variability in Surgeons’ Perioperative Practices May Influence the Incidence of Low-Output Failure after Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Surgery
We sought to understand which pre- and intra-operative factors contribute to postoperative LOF and to what degree the surgeon may influence rates of LOF
Endothelin and Vasopressin Influence Splanchnic Blood Flow Distribution during and after Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Gastrointestinal blood flow can be compromised during and after cardiopulmonary bypass
Thoracic robotics at the Heart Hospital Baylor Plano: the first 20 cases
A da Vinci Robotic Surgical System was purchased for The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano in fall 2011 and a program for robotic-assisted thoracic surgery commenced at the facility.
Alternative Myocardial Protection Strategies are Necessary in Patients with Intramural Aortic Course of Anomalous Coronary Artery
We believe that antegrade cardioplegia via the aortic root caused increased pressure in the aorta
Replacement of Aprotinin by ε-Aminocaproic Acid in Infants undergoing Cardiac Surgery: Consequences for Blood Loss and Outcome
We compared aprotinin and EACA with respect to their blood-sparing efficacy and other major clinical outcome criteria in infants undergoing cardiac surgery.
Preoperative Antithrombin Supplementation in Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Purified antithrombin supplementation in cardiac surgery has been suggested for the treatment of heparin resistance and the prevention of thromboembolic complications.
Admission Rapid Thrombelastography Can Replace Conventional Coagulation Tests in the Emergency Department: Experience with 1974 Consecutive Trauma Patients
We hypothesized that r-TEGs more reliably predict blood component transfusion than CCTs.
Effect of the Adjunct of Carbon Dioxide during Cardiopulmonary Bypass on Cerebral Oxygenation
This paper points out how the use of an external source of CO2 effects on the absolute value of cerebral NIRS during cardiac surgery on cardiopulmonary bypass.
Risk of Renal Dysfunction after Less Invasive Multivessel Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Several centers have established that off-pump, multivessel coronary artery bypass grafting performed via a small thoracotomy (MVST) is feasible.
Pump Flow Changes Do Not Impair Sublingual Microcirculation during Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Changes in the CPB pump flow rate within 20% (80%-100%) of its theoretic value do not alter the sublingual microcirculation.
Review Article: Heparin Sensitivity and Resistance: Management during Cardiopulmonary Bypass
In this review, we discuss the variability of heparin potency, heparin responsiveness as measured by the ACT, and the current management of heparin resistance.