Lessons Learned from Robotic-Assisted Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery: Risk Factors for Conversion to Median Sternotomy
The purpose of this study was to investigate the reasons for conversion to sternotomy.
Initial Results of an Optimized Perfusion System
With the described optimized perfusion system, a significantly lower priming volume, leading to less hemodilution after the onset of CPB, was achieved.
Prevention of Caval Collapse during Venous Drainage for CPB
The objective of our work is to assess the influence of the new design on atrial chatter.
Right Ventricular Perforation during Femoral Venous Cannulation – Lessons Learned
We here present a case where despite use of TOE, placement of the venous cannula led to perforation of the right ventricular apex.
Perfusion Tubing: Standardized or Modify?
I applaud our adult colleagues in trying to do what is best for the patient even if standardized tubing packs have to be modified resulting in higher prices as some would argue.
Preliminary in Vivo Testing of a Novel Pump for Short-Term Extracorporeal Life Support
The BioVAD provided adequate flow in an acute in vivo model.
In Vitro Testing of a Novel Blood Pump Designed for Temporary Extracorporeal Support
We studied a nonocclusive peristaltic pump (M-Pump) in two mock circulatory loops and compared the performance to a frequently used centrifugal pump and a modified prototype of the M-Pump (the BioVAD).
Fluid Overload in Infants Following Congenital Heart Surgery
Early postoperative fluid overload is associated with suboptimal outcomes in infants following cardiac surgery.
Use of Venovenous Extracorporeal Life Support in Pediatric Patients for Cardiac Indications: A Review of the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Registry
Venovenous extracorporeal life support appears to be an appropriate choice in some children with cardiac failure but better definition of this population is needed.
Transfusion of Older Stored Blood and Risk of Death: A Meta-Analysis
Based on available data, use of older stored blood is associated with a significantly increased risk of death.
Impact of Nurse-Initiated Preoperative Education on Postoperative Anxiety Symptoms and Complications after Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
Nurse-initiated preoperational education and counseling were associated with a reduced rate of perioperative complications and a reduced level of anxiety following CABG.
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation–An Anaesthesiologist’s Perspective–Part II: Clinical and Technical Consideration
The clinical considerations and indicators for placing the patient on ECMO, the various circuit configurations, clinical and technical issues, and management aspects are considered in this article.