Explore articles, research, and perspectives from the International Perfusion Association.
This study examines different techniques for processing post-cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) residual blood and their impact on intraoperative red blood cell (RBC) transfusions. Analyzing data
This study evaluates survival outcomes in children who undergo postcardiotomy extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) following congenital heart surgery. Using data from the Society of
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This study evaluates the effectiveness of Trendelenburg position and carotid ultrasound in predicting fluid responsiveness in VV-ECMO patients with ARDS in the prone position.
This article presents a rare case of a 33-year-old woman with a left atrial myxoma, a benign cardiac tumor, causing bilateral lower limb ischemia
This prospective, randomized, and blinded study compared the impacts of traditional Plasma-Lyte A-based del Nido cardioplegia (PL DN) and a modified Ringer’s lactate-based formulation
This review explores fluid management in patients supported by venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). It highlights the lack of evidence for optimal fluid strategies,
This case study details a novel approach to avoid cardioplegia delivery complications during a high-risk redo mitral valve replacement. The 75-year-old patient, with severe
Lung transplantation (LTx) is a transformative solution for patients with end-stage lung disease, but it comes with significant challenges, including limited donor availability and
The article introduces a Professional Advancement Model (PAM) tailored for perfusionists to address high turnover and enhance retention. Drawing from PAM frameworks in other
This article discusses the significance of monitoring indexed oxygen delivery (DO2i), oxygen extraction ratio (O2ERi), and carbon dioxide production (VCO2) during normothermic regional perfusion
This study investigates the relationship between cerebral overperfusion and postoperative delirium (POD) in cardiac surgery patients. Despite reduced cortical metabolism, patients with POD exhibited
