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Bleeding after cardiac surgery requiring surgical reexploration and blood component transfusion is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Although prothrombin complex concentrate (PCC) has been used satisfactorily in bleeding disorders, studies on its efficacy and safety after cardiopulmonary bypass are limited.
Owing to variability in acute kidney injury definitions and C-reactive protein levels for different cohorts in the observational studies reviewed, it is unclear from current evidence what serum C-reactive protein cut-off level is significantly associated with postoperative acute kidney injury.
The Crescent® is a safe and effective device by which to deliver VV ECMO support to patients with severe acute respiratory failure.