International Perfusion Association

Day: April 14, 2024

ECMO Hero

Comparative Analysis of Therapeutic Strategies in Post-Cardiotomy Cardiogenic Shock: Insight into a High-Volume Cardiac Surgery Center

This study compares treatment outcomes for post-cardiotomy cardiogenic shock (PCCS) at a high-volume center. It retrospectively analyzes 220 patients (3% of 7028) from 2018 to 2022, assessing outcomes between conservative treatments and additional mechanical support with ECMO. Findings show ECMO patients had lower in-hospital mortality (60% vs. 85%) and better end-organ recovery, despite higher complications like dialysis and myocardial infarction, suggesting ECMO’s potential to improve critical patient outcomes.

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Arch Surgery

A New Minimal Invasive Technique with In-Situ Stent-Graft Fenestration for Type A Aortic Dissection

A new surgical method called the in-situ stent-graft fenestration (ISSF) technique is presented as an alternative for aortic arch reconstruction in type A aortic dissection. This technique offers shorter surgical durations and less intraoperative blood loss compared to the traditional Sun’s procedure. ISSF also results in lower in-hospital mortality rates and fewer postoperative complications. The six-month follow-up shows significant improvements in the dimensions of the aorta’s true and false lumens, suggesting promising short-term efficacy and safety.

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