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Day: January 13, 2024

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Techniques and Technologies to Improve Vein Graft Patency in Coronary Surgery

Vein grafts, commonly used in coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), have lower patency rates than arterial options, and this review examines methods to improve their quality, identifying preoperative and postoperative therapies and no-touch harvesting as most effective. Additionally, the review suggests re-doing CABG and primary coronary intervention on native vessels as the best strategies for treating vein graft failure, with percutaneous procedures as a secondary option.

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January 13, 2024
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Development and Validation of a Robust and Interpretable Early Triaging Support System for Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19: Predictive Algorithm Modeling and Interpretation Study

The study developed and validated RIETS, a machine learning-based system using 11 routine clinical and laboratory biomarkers to predict COVID-19 severity upon hospitalization, showing high accuracy and low bias risk. RIETS demonstrated excellent predictive performance, including during the Omicron variant period, and provided interpretable data for clinical use, suggesting its potential for improving patient triaging and resource allocation in hospitals.

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January 13, 2024
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Mastering the Best Practices: A Comprehensive Look at the European Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Adult Cardiac Surgery

The European guidelines, developed collaboratively by EACTS, EACTA, and EBCP, address the critical role of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) management in cardiac surgery, encompassing training of clinical perfusionists, CPB procedures, and anticoagulation to improve patient outcomes. These comprehensive guidelines aim to standardize CPB practices across Europe, based on evidence and best practices, to reduce CPB-related complications and enhance the quality of life for patients undergoing cardiac surgery.

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January 13, 2024

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