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.
Impact of Pulsatile Perfusion on Clinical Outcomes of Neonates and Infants with Complex Pathologies undergoing Cardiopulmonary Bypass Procedures
We conclude that the use of pulsatile flow is a better option and should be considered for repair of the complex congenital heart defects.
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.
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).
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).
Cerebral Oximetry Should NOT be a Standard in Adult CPB Surgery (EP Video)
Donald S. Likosky debates against the routine use cerebral oximetry in adult cardiac surgery (09:56 minutes).
Certification Efforts: CCPBMT and ECMO Update (EP Video)
Jeffrey B. Riley provides an update on AmSECT's certification efforts for ECMO and Perioperative Blood Management (14:38 minutes).
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).