Fireside Chat - Disasters in the OR resulting in lawsuits. Accidents in the cardiac surgery suite are uncommon. What can we learn from the mistakes of others
Differential hypoxemia on V-A ECMO is a devastating complication. Learn what it is, how it occurs and how to avoid and correct it. Mastering Differential Hypoxemia
Joe Basha, CCP discusses an article describing a safe approach to insertion of a dual lumen ECMO catheter via the right internal jugular at the bedside
Recirculation occurs in V-V ECMO; occurs for several reasons. Explores these potential causes and methods for determining the degree and clinical significance of recirculation
Recirculation occurs in V-V ECMO occurs for several reasons. Potential causes and methods for determining the degree and clinical significance of recirculation.
Normal renal physiology. Renal autoregulation. Effects of CPB associated physiologic alterations. What is AKI/ARF? AKI: How do we mitigate progression?
A simplified approach to mini mitral surgery: No clamp, no fib, just a-rest. Minimally invasive mitral valve repair is surgery to fix a problem with your mitral valve
Connecting the CRRT machine into the ECMO circuit. CRRT, CVVH is a useful tool for managing patients with fluid, electrolyte, metabolite and acid base imbalance
Pulsatile perfusion: What are the benefits, and do they outweigh the risks? Physiologic pulse pressure and circuit limitations will be discussed | Perfusion Education
RAPP is a technique utilized to min. hemodilution associated anemia on cardiopulmonary bypass. Risks associated with RAPP: hypotension, acute hypovolemic shock and hypo - perfusion
Understanding the physics of Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps. Learn the 8 phases of the cardiac cycle and how to accurately time the IABP. IABP, Impella, and ECMO
Transfusions cary risks, anemia causes morbidities: Discussions surrounding the use of transfusions, transfusion management and when transfusions are just a necessity
The use of Goal Directed Perfusion and balancing the needs of the surgeon and the needs of the patient. Using DO2i as a tool to determine perfusion adequacy and justify flows
We begin with the basics, explaining the components of ABG, including pH, PaCO2, PaO2, HCO3-, and SaO2. This foundational knowledge is crucial for perfusionists
