Appropriate Use of Neuromuscular Blocking Agents and Reversal Drugs to Enhance Recovery Following Cardiac Surgery
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DOI: 10.1007/s40140-020-00394-6
Abstract: Purpose of Review To provide a brief review of the use of neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBA) in cardiac surgery, including strategies for reversal and the effects of residual blockade. Recent Findings While ample evidence exists… read more here.
Keywords: following cardiac; surgery; neuromuscular blocking; cardiac surgery ... See more keywords
Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation Following Cardiac Surgery: From Pathogenesis to Potential Therapies
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DOI: 10.1007/s40256-019-00365-1
Abstract: Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) is a major complication after cardiac surgery which can lead to high rates of morbidity and mortality, an enhanced length of hospital stay, and an increased cost of care. POAF is… read more here.
Keywords: atrial fibrillation; following cardiac; postoperative atrial; cardiac surgery ... See more keywords
Cerebral regional oxygen saturation variability in neonates following cardiac surgery
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DOI: 10.1038/s41390-020-01171-1
Abstract: Reduced cerebral regional oxygen saturation (crSO2) variability in neonates, as measured by near-infrared spectroscopy, following cardiac surgery with deep hypothermic circulatory arrest (DHCA) is associated with poor neurodevelopmental outcomes. We sought to evaluate the variability… read more here.
Keywords: following cardiac; perfusion; variability; cardiac surgery ... See more keywords
Constrictive pericarditis following cardiac transplantation: a report of two cases and a literature review.
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DOI: 10.1080/00015385.2023.2209405
Abstract: The data on constrictive pericarditis following heart transplantation are scarce. Herein, the authors present 2 patients who developed a constrictive pericarditis 19, and 55 months after heart transplantation. They underwent several diagnostic procedures and successfully recovered… read more here.
Keywords: pericarditis following; constrictive pericarditis; pericarditis; report ... See more keywords
Postoperative atrial fibrillation following cardiac surgery: a persistent complication
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DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezx039
Abstract: Abstract Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) is a common, expensive and potentially morbid complication following cardiac surgery. POAF occurs in around 35% of cardiac surgery cases and has a peak incidence on postoperative day 2. Patients… read more here.
Keywords: atrial fibrillation; following cardiac; surgery; postoperative atrial ... See more keywords
Associations Between Postoperative Management in the Critical Care Unit and Adolescent Developmental Outcomes Following Cardiac Surgery in Infancy: An Exploratory Study*
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DOI: 10.1097/pcc.0000000000002398
Abstract: Supplemental Digital Content is available in the text. Objectives: Children with congenital heart disease are at high risk for developmental sequelae. Most studies focus on preoperative and intraoperative predictors of developmental impairment, with less attention… read more here.
Keywords: critical care; care; cardiac surgery; developmental outcomes ... See more keywords
Association between transfusion of blood products and acute kidney injury following cardiac surgery
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DOI: 10.1111/aas.13664
Abstract: Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a serious complication following cardiac surgery associated with increased mortality. Red blood cell transfusion enhances the risk of developing AKI. However, the impact of other blood products on AKI is… read more here.
Keywords: following cardiac; kidney injury; transfusion; acute kidney ... See more keywords
A case‐control study of the risk factors for developing aspergillosis following cardiac transplant
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DOI: 10.1111/ctr.13367
Abstract: Invasive aspergillosis (IA) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality following cardiac transplantation; however, data regarding the predictors of IA in this patient population are limited. read more here.
Keywords: following cardiac; control study; aspergillosis; risk factors ... See more keywords
Delirium in ICU patients following cardiac surgery: An observational study
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DOI: 10.1111/jocn.14324
Abstract: AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To observe the clinical and structural factors that can be associated with the post-operative onset of delirium in patients who have undergone heart surgery. BACKGROUND Several risk factors could contribute to the… read more here.
Keywords: following cardiac; surgery; cardiac surgery; icu patients ... See more keywords
An unusual pericardial mass following cardiac surgery
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DOI: 10.1136/heartjnl-2022-321985
Abstract: CLINICAL INTRODUCTION A woman in her 70s was admitted due to acute bacterial endocarditis causing severe aortic regurgitation. She was previously implanted with an implantable cardioverter–defibrillator for secondary prevention, and she had a history of… read more here.
Keywords: mass following; unusual pericardial; cardiac surgery; following cardiac ... See more keywords
Nutrition Therapy in Critically Ill Patients Following Cardiac Surgery: Defining and Improving Practice
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DOI: 10.1177/0148607116661839
Abstract: Background: Malnutrition is a predictor of poor outcome following cardiac surgery. We define nutrition therapy after cardiac surgery to identify opportunities for improvement. Methods: International prospective studies in 2007–2009, 2011, and 2013 were combined. Sites… read more here.
Keywords: following cardiac; surgery; nutrition; cardiac surgery ... See more keywords