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Perfusion techniques for an 800 g premature neonate undergoing Arterial Switch Procedure for Transposition of the Great Arteries★
We report perfusion techniques successfully utilized during the surgical repair of transposition of the great arteries for an 800 g, 28-week-old neonate. CPB techniques for the smallest and youngest patients may be executed safely when proper physical, chemical, and perfusion process adjustments are made and managed meticulously.PMID:38488714 | PMC:PMC10941837 | DOI:10.1051/ject/2023045 (Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology)
Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology - March 15, 2024 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Richard Owens Madeline Loftin Kellen Rosten Douglas Fisher Blake Denison Erin Gottlieb Charles Fraser Source Type: research

Improving ECMO therapy: Monitoring oxygenator functionality and identifying key indicators, factors, and considerations for changeout
CONCLUSION: In conclusion, managing circuit change-outs in ECMO therapy requires considering factors such as fibrinogen levels, blood gases, plasma-free hemoglobin, D-dimers, platelet function, flows, pressures, and anticoagulation strategy. Monitoring these parameters allows for early detection of issues, timely interventions, and optimized ECMO therapy. Standardized protocols, personalized anticoagulation approaches, and non-invasive monitoring techniques can improve the safety and effectiveness of circuit change-outs. Further research and collaboration are needed to advance ECMO management and enhance patient outcomes.P...
Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology - March 15, 2024 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Salman Pervaiz Butt Nabeel Razzaq Yasir Saleem Bill Cook Salman Abdulaziz Source Type: research

Advocating for an open communication culture in perfusion and cardiothoracic community: a call to action
This article advocates for an open communication culture in the perfusion and cardiothoracic community to enhance patient safety during surgery. All team members, including nurses, anesthesiologists, and perfusionists, should actively contribute their insights. Empowering perfusionists to voice concerns without fear of repercussions is crucial. Involvement in debriefs, root cause analyses and data management systems aids continuous improvement. A robust speak-up culture prevents unsafe practices and elevates perfusion care standards, leading to better patient outcomes.PMID:38488716 | PMC:PMC10941838 | DOI:10.1051/ject/2023...
Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology - March 15, 2024 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Salman Pervaiz Butt Yasir Saleem Bill Cook Source Type: research

The checklist checkup & amp; checklist fatigue - Say what? How does it impact clinical perfusion practice
J Extra Corpor Technol. 2024 Mar;56(1):32-33. doi: 10.1051/ject/2023046. Epub 2024 Mar 15.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38488717 | PMC:PMC10941831 | DOI:10.1051/ject/2023046 (Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology)
Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology - March 15, 2024 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Bharat Datt Source Type: research

First year update as cardiovascular perfusion's open access international journal
J Extra Corpor Technol. 2024 Mar;56(1):1. doi: 10.1051/ject/2024002. Epub 2024 Mar 15.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38488711 | PMC:PMC10941836 | DOI:10.1051/ject/2024002 (Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology)
Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology - March 15, 2024 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Raymond K Wong Source Type: research

Examining online international health professions education: a mixed methods review of barriers, facilitators, and early outcomes ★
CONCLUSIONS: Online international education may be a viable option in the health professions. Barriers and facilitators to this mode of education were identified and utilized in designing one such program. Early outcomes from the novel ECS program reveal that student performance and satisfaction are equivalent to those of a traditional in-person training program.PMID:38488712 | PMC:PMC10941829 | DOI:10.1051/ject/2023044 (Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology)
Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology - March 15, 2024 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Laura Dell'Aiera David Fitzgerald David Fisher Norman W Gill Source Type: research

Preliminary report of extracorporeal blood purification therapy in patients receiving LVAD: Cytosorb or Jafron HA330
CONCLUSION: Our preliminary results showed that hemoadsorption therapy using Cytosorb or Jafron hemoadsorption (HA) 330 may not be clinically beneficial for patients with advanced heart failure undergoing LVAD implantation. Large prospective studies are needed to evaluate the potential role of HA therapy in improving outcomes in patients undergoing LVAD implantation.PMID:38488713 | PMC:PMC10941830 | DOI:10.1051/ject/2023048 (Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology)
Source: Journal of Extra-Corporeal Technology - March 15, 2024 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Zhuldyz Nurmykhametova Timur Lesbekov Rymbay Kaliyev Bolat Bekishev Nilufar Jabayeva Svetlana Novikova Linar Faizov Ivan Vakhrushev Yuriy Pya Source Type: research