Sevoflurane vs Isoflurane: Perfusionist comparison and analysis
Sevoflurane vs Isoflurane represents a critical clinical decision in cardiac anesthesia and perfusion management, influencing outcomes…
Laser Lead Extraction: Perfusion Mastery in Emergency Preparedness & Best Practices 2025
Laser Lead Extraction (LLE) is a specialized procedure performed to remove chronically implanted pacemaker or defibrillator…
Struck Aortic Valve: Perfusion Considerations for Emergency Redo
A struck aortic valve is a life-threatening emergency where a mechanical prosthetic valve becomes obstructed, typically…
Heating-Cooling Units (HCUs): Role in Cardiac Surgery, Infection Risks & Best Practices.
Heating-Cooling Units (HCUs) are the unsung heroes of cardiac surgery and oncology treatments, ensuring precise temperature…
Konno Procedure – Aortic Root Enlargement & Perfusion Strategies
The Konno procedure, a surgical technique involving aortic root enlargement (ARE), addresses complex congenital and acquired…
Managing Third Spacing in CPB: Fluid Control Strategies
Third spacing refers to the pathological shift of intravascular fluid into the interstitial and extracellular compartments,…
Femoral Cannulation in Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Techniques, Challenges, and Best Practices for Perfusionists
Femoral cannulation is a widely used technique in cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), especially in minimally invasive cardiac…
Ventricular Septal Rupture (VSR): Perfusion Tactics for Optimal Management
Ventricular Septal Rupture (VSR), a catastrophic complication often arising post-myocardial infarction (MI), presents a formidable challenge…
TAVI / TAVR: Revolutionary Treatment for Aortic Stenosis
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), also known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), is a revolutionary…
Air in the Circuit: Prevention and Management of Air Embolism in Cardiac Surgery
Air embolism during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is a potentially catastrophic event that can lead to severe…
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