Normothermic Regional Perfusion, Organ Transplantation, Donation After Circulatory Death, Bibliometric Analysis, Graft Survival, Ischemia Reperfusion Injury, Heart Transplantation, Liver Transplantation, Kidney Transplantation, Transplant Outcomes

Normothermic Regional Perfusion in Organ Transplantation: Trends, Key Topics, and Evolving Research Focus

March 20, 2026 No Comments

This bibliometric analysis reviews 372 studies on normothermic regional perfusion (NRP) from 2014–2025, showing rapid growth in research and global adoption. The United States led in publications, while the United Kingdom led in citations. Research focus has shifted from kidney and liver complications to heart transplantation and outcomes, highlighting NRP’s expanding role in improving graft viability and transplant success.

Monitoring Venous Pressure After Cardiac Surgery: Protecting Kidney Function

Exploring the Role of Central Venous Pressure in Cardiac Surgery-Associated Acute Kidney Injury: A Comprehensive Scoping Review

March 20, 2026 No Comments

This scoping review evaluates the association between central venous pressure (CVP) and acute kidney injury (AKI) following cardiac surgery, particularly CABG. Across 16 studies, elevated CVP consistently correlated with higher AKI risk, especially when combined with low mean arterial pressure. However, variability in CVP thresholds and study designs limits clinical standardization. The findings highlight CVP as a potential perioperative marker requiring further validation.