Argatroban as a Aubstitute of Heparin During Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Safe Alternative?
The objective of this communication is to report our recent experience with this agent during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and to review the cases previously published in order to better define indications, dosage, monitoring and limitations in cardiac surgery patients.
The Inflammatory Response to Miniaturised Extracorporeal Circulation: A Review of the Literature
This review focuses on the inflammatory and clinical outcomes of using MECC and compares these to conventional cardio-pulmonary bypass (CCPB).
Microemboli in Our Bypass Circuits: A Contemporary Audit
We used the Emboli Detection and Classification quantifier (EDAC) (Luna Innovations, Roanoke, VA) in a prospective clinical audit of emboli in a contemporary CPB circuit.
Hematocrit on Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Outcome After Coronary Surgery in Nontransfused Patients
This study aimed to identify the role of preoperative anemia and hemodilution during cardiopulmonary bypass as determinants of morbidity and mortality after coronary operations.
Lifebridge B2T-A New Portable Cardiopulmonary Bypass System
The LIFEBRIDGE B2T is a new portable cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) system designed for temporary circulatory support.
A Point-of-Care Assessment of the Effects of Desmopressin on Impaired Platelet Function Using Multiple Electrode Whole-Blood Aggregometry in Patients After Cardiac Surgery
In this study, we examined the feasibility of whole blood multiple electrode aggregometry (MEA) for the detection of cardiopulmonary bypass-induced platelet dysfunction and investigated its ability to monitor DDAVP treatment.
Duration of Red Blood Cell Storage and Outcomes in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: An Association Found for Pump Prime Blood
The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of red blood cell storage time prior to transfusion on postoperative morbidity in pediatric cardiac operations.
Profound Effects of Cardiopulmonary Bypass Priming Solutions on the Fibrin Part of Clot Formation: An Ex Vivo Evaluation Using Rotation Thromboelastometry
Therefore, the authors investigated whether hemodilution with different priming solutions distinctly affects the fibrinogen-mediated step in whole blood clot formation.
The Influence of the Residual Stress in Silicone Tubes in the Calibration Methods of Roller Pumps Used in Cardiopulmonary Bypass
This study evaluated the influence of silicone tubing residual stress found on pump regulation. Silicone tubes obtained from two different suppliers were used in 6-inch DeBakey roller pumps.
Despite Modern Off-pump Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Women Fare Worse Than Men
Herein, we evaluate if gender has an impact on outcomes after modern off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting (OPCAB).
Open Heart Surgery in Patients With Sickle Cell Hemoglobinopathy
The aim of this study was to review retrospectively the perioperative results of patients undergoing cardiac surgery at our institution.
Benefits and Risks of Maintaining Normothermia during Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Adult Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review
This review assessed the benefits and risks of maintaining normothermia during cardiopulmonary bypass in adult cardiac surgery.