Explore articles, research, and perspectives from the International Perfusion Association.
A retrospective review of 75 abdominal NRP procedures compared intra-abdominal with descending thoracic cannulation. Thoracic access was associated with shorter cannulation time, higher circuit
Cybersecurity is increasingly critical in perfusion as connected medical devices expand vulnerability within hospital networks. Perfusionists must understand risks associated with the Internet of
Certification in extracorporeal life support and blood management is more than a credential—it’s a statement of expertise, trust, and commitment to excellence. AmSECT/IBBM certification
Certification in extracorporeal life support and blood management is more than a credential—it’s a statement of expertise, trust, and commitment to excellence. AmSECT/IBBM certification
The International Perfusion Association (IPA) has launched a new podcast on Spotify, titled “Perfusion.” Each new IPA article will now include a podcast episode
This survey examines the readiness of on-call and emergency operation rooms for perfusion-related procedures during urgent situations in cardiac surgery. Data from 236 healthcare
This article reviews the current state of perfusion education and training across Europe, highlighting the lack of uniform European regulations and accreditation. The European
Heart transplantation traditionally employs static cold storage for donor preservation, but this method carries a risk of early graft dysfunction due to ischemic and
The European guidelines, developed collaboratively by EACTS, EACTA, and EBCP, address the critical role of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) management in cardiac surgery, encompassing training
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), including platforms like ChatGPT, is increasingly used in the scientific publishing world for tasks ranging from improving the quality of
A perfusionist is a skilled, allied health professional, trained and educated specifically as a member of an open-heart, surgical team responsible for the selection,
