International Perfusion Association

Category: Anesthesia

Lungs Feature

The Incidence, Risk Factors, and Hospital Mortality of Prolonged Mechanical Ventilation Among Cardiac Surgery Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

This systematic review analyzes prolonged mechanical ventilation (PMV) post-cardiac surgery, finding an incidence rate of 20%. PMV, defined as ventilation lasting ≥24 hours, is linked to in-hospital mortality (odds ratio: 14.13). Key risk factors include advanced age, female sex, ejection fraction <50%, and body mass index >28 kg/m². PMV also correlates with conditions like chronic renal failure and prolonged cardiopulmonary bypass time. These insights highlight the need for targeted prevention and management strategies.

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Anesthesia MICS

Anesthesia for Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery: The Bonn Heart Center Protocol

This article outlines the anesthetic management protocol for minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) at the Bonn Heart Center. It covers preoperative assessment, tailored anesthesia induction, and intraoperative techniques designed to maintain hemodynamic stability and ensure optimal ventilation. Advanced monitoring methods, including transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), processed EEG, and near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS), are utilized to optimize patient safety. The article emphasizes the importance of peripheral cannulation techniques for cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and discusses the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach to perioperative care to enhance recovery and patient outcomes.

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