Pediatric Cardiac Patients with Pulmonary Hemorrhage Supported on ECMO: An ELSO Registry Study

March 15, 2025 No Comments

This study examines pediatric cardiac patients with pulmonary hemorrhage (PH) supported on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) using data from the ELSO registry (2011–2020). Analyzing 161 cases, the study identifies high-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) before ECMO cannulation as a key predictor of survival. The absence of hemorrhagic and renal complications also improved outcomes. Findings suggest that optimized pre-ECMO ventilation strategies may enhance survival rates in these high-risk patients.

2024 EACTS/EACTAIC/EBCP Guidelines on Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Adult Cardiac Surgery

February 16, 2025 No Comments

The 2024 EACTS/EACTAIC/EBCP guidelines provide updated, evidence-based recommendations for cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) in adult cardiac surgery. They cover advancements in perfusion strategies, organ protection, monitoring techniques, and safety measures. Key updates include AI-driven perfusion, enhanced neuromonitoring, and refined protocols for blood management and CPB separation. These guidelines aim to standardize practices, improve outcomes, and ensure patient safety in modern cardiac surgery.

The 2024 American Association for Thoracic Surgery Expert Consensus Document: Current Standards in Donor Lung Procurement and Preservation

February 6, 2025 No Comments

This expert consensus document from the American Association for Thoracic Surgery outlines standardized best practices for donor lung procurement and preservation. It highlights significant variability in existing techniques and emphasizes the role of ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP), cold storage, and normothermic regional perfusion. The document provides 34 evidence-based recommendations aimed at improving organ utilization and lung transplant outcomes.

Perfusion Measures and Outcomes (PERForm) Registry: First Annual Report

June 23, 2024 No Comments

The first annual report of the Perfusion Measures and Outcomes (PERForm) registry details patient characteristics and cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) practices from 2019 to 2022 across 42 hospitals. Covering data from 40,777 adult patients, the report highlights trends in myocardial protection, glucose, anticoagulation, temperature, anemia, and fluid management. Key findings include the stability of hematocrit levels and increased pump sucker termination before protamine administration, indicating improved compliance with evidence-based guidelines but identifying areas for enhanced patient safety.

FTC Announces Rule Banning Noncompetes

April 24, 2024 No Comments

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a final rule banning noncompete agreements nationwide, aiming to enhance job mobility, increase innovation, and stimulate new business growth. The rule is anticipated to create over 8,500 new businesses annually and could raise worker wages by an average of $524 per year. It also projects to reduce healthcare costs by up to $194 billion over the next decade and potentially increase patent registrations significantly.

Mastering the Best Practices: A Comprehensive Look at the European Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Adult Cardiac Surgery

January 13, 2024 No Comments

The European guidelines, developed collaboratively by EACTS, EACTA, and EBCP, address the critical role of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) management in cardiac surgery, encompassing training of clinical perfusionists, CPB procedures, and anticoagulation to improve patient outcomes. These comprehensive guidelines aim to standardize CPB practices across Europe, based on evidence and best practices, to reduce CPB-related complications and enhance the quality of life for patients undergoing cardiac surgery.

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Pediatric Cardiac Patients with Pulmonary Hemorrhage Supported on ECMO: An ELSO Registry Study

2024 EACTS/EACTAIC/EBCP Guidelines on Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Adult Cardiac Surgery

The 2024 American Association for Thoracic Surgery Expert Consensus Document: Current Standards in Donor Lung Procurement and Preservation

Perfusion Measures and Outcomes (PERForm) Registry: First Annual Report

FTC Announces Rule Banning Noncompetes

Mastering the Best Practices: A Comprehensive Look at the European Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Bypass in Adult Cardiac Surgery

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