International Perfusion Association

Category: Cardioplegia

Myocardial Ultrasound

Ultrasound Study of Right Ventricular Myocardial Perfusion and Functional Changes in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

This study aimed to develop a dynamic predictive model for cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI), using data from 910 cardiac surgery patients to combine preoperative risks and cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) related factors into a multifactorial dynamic perfusion index (MDPI). The study found that the MDPI, which includes dynamic CPB quality indices, has better predictive ability for CSA-AKI than existing static models, suggesting its potential as a more effective tool for integrating various risk factors in patient care.

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Blood CPG

Randomized Controlled Trial of Remote Ischemic Preconditioning in Children Having Cardiac Surgery

In a study on children undergoing cardiac surgery, remote ischemic preconditioning showed a potential for reducing kidney injury, but there were no significant differences in cardiac markers or secondary clinical outcomes. Although there was a minor trend towards kidney protection, larger studies are needed to confirm the efficacy of this intervention in a high-risk pediatric population.

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