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Heart to Heart Mission

For more than 20 years, the IPA has performed life-saving heart surgery on over 400 patients in Santiago, Dominican Republic.

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Honduras Mission

The IPA is working with Duke to expand their heart surgery mission program in Honduras. We have a mission trip planned for mid-May. Stay tuned for more information.

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Your Mission Trip

The IPA will gladly make donations to qualified charitable organizations who perform cardiac surgery mission work for patients in need.

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Robo MVR

A Historical Perspective and Update on Robotic Mitral Valve Surgery

This study reviews the evolution of minimally invasive mitral valve repair, emphasizing the use of robotic platforms from 2005 to 2023. Analyzing 1,412 robotic repairs, it highlights improvements in outcomes, including reduced cross-clamp and bypass times and high repair durability. Degenerative disease was the most common indication, with 98.1% repair success and a ten-year survival rate exceeding 91%. The findings support robotic surgery as a durable, teachable, and safe option for mitral valve repair.

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November 19, 2024
DHCA

Temperature Management in Acute Type A Aortic Dissection Treatment: Deep vs. Moderate Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest

This study compares the clinical outcomes of deep hypothermic circulatory arrest (DHCA, <20°C) and moderate hypothermic circulatory arrest (MHCA, 20-28°C) in 143 patients undergoing acute type A aortic dissection surgery. DHCA was associated with higher rates of acute kidney injury (25.2% vs. 7.5%), delirium (22.3% vs. 5%), longer ICU stays, and greater complication risks compared to MHCA. While survival rates after two years were similar, MHCA proved to be safer and more beneficial in minimizing postoperative complications when feasible.

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November 17, 2024
Cerebral 2024

Cerebral Overperfusion Despite Reduced Cortical Metabolism Is Linked to Postoperative Delirium in Cardiac Surgery Patients

This study explores the association between cerebral overperfusion and postoperative delirium (POD) in cardiac surgery patients. Continuous monitoring of cerebral blood flow, oxygen levels, and brain activity revealed increased middle cerebral artery velocity (MCAV) in patients with POD, despite stable oxygen saturation and autoregulation. The findings suggest that impaired cortical metabolism may render the brain vulnerable to overperfusion during surgery, increasing POD risk.

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November 17, 2024
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