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
Fibrinogen Supplementation in Cardiac Surgery: Where Are We Now And Where Are We Going?
Studies have emphasized the importance of normal fibrinogen concentrations in surgical patients.
Numerical Investigation of a Novel Aortic Cannula Aimed at Reducing Cerebral Embolism during Cardiovascular Bypass Surgery
The aim of the current work was to numerically investigate the hemodynamic efficiency and feasibility of a novel, backward suction cannula (BSC), designed to drastically reduce the potential risk for cerebral emboli (CEP).
A New Formula for Determining Arterial Oxygen Saturation during Venovenous Extracorporeal Oxygenation
We found a relationship between arterial oxygen saturation (SaO(2)) and its relevant parameters.
Longevity and Precision of Online Blood Gas Monitoring in Patients with ECMO or Extracorporeal Life Support (EP Video)
Mirko Kaluza discusses his long-term experiences with inline blood gas monitor for ECMO procedures (11:37 minutes).
Modified Ultrafiltration (MUF) Should be Used in Adult CPB (EP Video)
Bob Groom debates the use of modified ultrafiltration during adult CPB (9:00 minutes).
MECC Circuits Should be Utilized for all Adult CPB Procedures (EP Video)
David Fitzgerald debates in favor of the use of MECC Circuits for adult CPB procedures (16:05 minutes).
MECC Circuits Should NOT be Utilized for all Adult CPB Procedures (EP Video)
James Reagor debates against the routine use of MECC circuits for adult CPB (06:10 minutes).
ERaaS Chart Review System (EP Video)
James Reagor discusses the ERaaS Chart Review System designed for an external review of your hospital charts (07:42 minutes).
Modified Ultrafiltration (MUF) Should NOT be Used in Adult CPB (EP Video)
Jeff Riley debates against the use routine of modified ultrafiltration during CPB (14:07 minutes).
Cerebral Oximetry Should be a Standard in Adult CPB Surgery (EP Video)
Robert Bakers discusses the logic of why cerebral oximetry should be a gold standard in cardiac surgery (16:29 minutes).