Neuroprotection During Cardiac Surgery
Cardiac surgery continues to be associated with significant adverse cerebral outcomes, ranging from stroke to cognitive decline.
Principles of Antegrade Cerebral Perfusion During Arch Reconstruction in Newborns/Infants
Antegrade cerebral perfusion (ACP) is a cardiopulmonary bypass technique that uses special cannulation procedures to perfuse only the brain during neonatal and infant aortic arch reconstruction.
Reducing the Effects of the Systemic Inflammatory Response to Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Can Single Dose Steroids Blunt Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome?
The use of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is associated with the development of a significant systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) which can affect patient outcomes.
Is Blood Cardioplegia Superior to Crystalloid Cardioplegia?
A best evidence topic in cardiac surgery was written according to a structured protocol. The question addressed was whether blood cardioplegia is clinically superior to crystalloid cardioplegia for myocardial protection.
Cardiopulmonary Bypass as an Adjunct for the Non-Cardiac surgeon
The use of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) in noncardiac surgical settings has been increasingly developed and has greatly benefited noncardiac surgeon.
IBBM Certification for Blood Management Technoligists (A Letter in Opposition)
It has only of late become clear to me and many other Perfusionists I have heard from, that the IBBM, a wholly owned subsidiary of AmSECT has embarked upon a mission to offer certification to NON PERFUSIONISTS to perform medical procedures which are explicitly included within the scope of practice of perfusionists.
Does Stark Phase III Ring the Death Knell for Physician-Owned Perfusion Groups?
The Stark Law, and the rules and regulations promulgated there under, is administered by the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Unless there is a specific exemption contained in the law or regulations, a physician cannot refer a Medicare patient for “designated health services” (those listed in the law or regulations) to an entity in which the physician or an immediate family member has a financial relationship.
Effect of Single Dose Magnesium on Arrhythmias in Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
To evaluate the safety and role of prophylactic administration of magnesium in preventing arrhythmias.
Is There Really a Clinical Benefit of Using Minimized Extracorporeal Circulation for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting?
This prospective study was performed to evaluate whether minimized extracorporeal circulation has a clinical benefit for coronary artery surgery patients compared to standard extracorporeal circulation.
Is There Really a Clinical Benefit of Using Minimized Extracorporeal Circulation for Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting?
This prospective study was performed to evaluate whether minimized extracorporeal circulation has a clinical benefit for coronary artery surgery patients compared to standard extracorporeal circulation.