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De Cuyper H, Poelaert J. Microcirculatory Alterations in Cardiac Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2024; 38:829-838. [PMID: 38195271 DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2023.11.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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Microcirculation is essential for cellular life and its functions. It comprises a complex network of capillaries, arterioles, and venules, which distributes oxygenated blood across and within organs based on regional metabolic demands. Because previous research indicated that organ function is linked to microcirculatory function, it is crucial to maintain sufficient and effective microcirculatory function during major surgery. Impaired microcirculation can lead to inadequate tissue perfusion, potentially resulting in perioperative complications and an unfavorable outcome. Indeed, changes in microcirculation in cardiovascular disease and cardiac surgery have a direct correlation with prolonged stays in the postoperative intensive care unit and high mortality rates within 30 days. Additionally, cardiopulmonary bypass, a regularly employed method in cardiac surgery, has been proven to induce microcirculatory malfunction and, thus, lead to postoperative multiple organ dysfunction. As global hemodynamic parameters can remain stable or improve, whereas microcirculation is still compromised, tracking microcirculatory variables could lead to the development of targeted microcirculatory treatment within hemodynamic management. Therefore, it is necessary to enhance the use of microcirculatory monitoring in the medical domain to assist physicians in the therapeutic management of patients undergoing cardiac surgery. This potentially can lead to better hemodynamic management and outcomes. This review article concentrates on the use of handheld video microscopes for real-time microcirculatory assessment of cardiac surgery patients in the immediate and early postoperative period. Emphasis is placed on integrating microcirculatory monitoring with conventional hemodynamic monitoring in the therapeutic management of patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
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- Hélène De Cuyper
- Department Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, UZ Brussels, Brussels, Belgium; Free University Brussels VUB, Brussels, Belgium.
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- Free University Brussels VUB, Brussels, Belgium; Department Anesthesiology, ICU and Chronic Pain Therapy, Maria Middelares, Ghent, Belgium
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Flick M, Hilty MP, Duranteau J, Saugel B. The microcirculation in perioperative medicine: a narrative review. Br J Anaesth 2024; 132:25-34. [PMID: 38030549 DOI: 10.1016/j.bja.2023.10.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2023] [Revised: 09/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/10/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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The microcirculation describes the network of the smallest vessels in our cardiovascular system. On a microcirculatory level, oxygen delivery is determined by the flow of oxygen-carrying red blood cells in a given single capillary (capillary red blood cell flow) and the density of the capillary network in a given tissue volume (capillary vessel density). Handheld vital videomicroscopy enables visualisation of the capillary bed on the surface of organs and tissues but currently is only used for research. Measurements are generally possible on all organ surfaces but are most often performed in the sublingual area. In patients presenting for elective surgery, the sublingual microcirculation is usually intact and functional. Induction of general anaesthesia slightly decreases capillary red blood cell flow and increases capillary vessel density. During elective, even major, noncardiac surgery, the sublingual microcirculation is preserved and remains functional, presumably because elective noncardiac surgery is scheduled trauma and haemodynamic alterations are immediately treated by anaesthesiologists, usually restoring the macrocirculation before the microcirculation is substantially impaired. Additionally, surgery is regional trauma and thus likely causes regional, rather than systemic, impairment of the microcirculation. Whether or not the sublingual microcirculation is impaired after noncardiac surgery remains a subject of ongoing research. Similarly, it remains unclear if cardiac surgery, especially with cardiopulmonary bypass, impairs the sublingual microcirculation. The effects of therapeutic interventions specifically targeting the microcirculation remain to be elucidated and tested. Future research should focus on further improving microcirculation monitoring methods and investigating how regional microcirculation monitoring can inform clinical decision-making and treatment.
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- Moritz Flick
- Department of Anesthesiology, Center of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Institute of Intensive Care Medicine, University Hospital of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Paris-Saclay University, Bicêtre Hospital, Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP), Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Center of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany; Outcomes Research Consortium, Cleveland, OH, USA
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Anastasiadis K, Antonitsis P, Murkin J, Serrick C, Gunaydin S, El-Essawi A, Bennett M, Erdoes G, Liebold A, Punjabi P, Theodoropoulos KC, Kiaii B, Wahba A, de Somer F, Bauer A, Kadner A, van Boven W, Argiriadou H, Deliopoulos A, Baker RΑ, Breitenbach I, Ince C, Starinieri P, Jenni H, Popov V, Moorjani N, Moscarelli M, Di Eusanio M, Cale A, Shapira O, Baufreton C, Condello I, Merkle F, Stehouwer M, Schmid C, Ranucci M, Angelini G, Carrel T. 2021 MiECTiS focused update on the 2016 position paper for the use of minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation in cardiac surgery. Perfusion 2023; 38:1360-1383. [PMID: 35961654 DOI: 10.1177/02676591221119002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The landmark 2016 Minimal Invasive Extracorporeal Technologies International Society (MiECTiS) position paper promoted the creation of a common language between cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists and perfusionists which led to the development of a stable framework that paved the way for the advancement of minimal invasive perfusion and related technologies. The current expert consensus document offers an update in areas for which new evidence has emerged. In the light of published literature, modular minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation (MiECC) has been established as a safe and effective perfusion technique that increases biocompatibility and ultimately ensures perfusion safety in all adult cardiac surgical procedures, including re-operations, aortic arch and emergency surgery. Moreover, it was recognized that incorporation of MiECC strategies advances minimal invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) by combining reduced surgical trauma with minimal physiologic derangements. Minimal Invasive Extracorporeal Technologies International Society considers MiECC as a physiologically-based multidisciplinary strategy for performing cardiac surgery that is associated with significant evidence-based clinical benefit that has accrued over the years. Widespread adoption of this technology is thus strongly advocated to obtain additional healthcare benefit while advancing patient care.
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- Kyriakos Anastasiadis
- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada
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- Department of Perfusion, Peter Munk Cardiac Centre, Toronto General Hospital, University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Ankara City Hospital, University of Health Sciences, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Anesthesia, Morriston Hospital, Swansea Bay University Health Board, Swansea, UK
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardio-thoracic Surgery, University Hospital Ulm, Ulm, Germany
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Hammersmith Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, UC Davis Health, Sacramento, CA, USA
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- Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, St Olav's University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway and Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging, University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital Ghent, Ghent, Belgium
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- Department of Cardiovascular Perfusion, MediClin Heart Center, Coswig, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, Switzerland
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Surgery Quality and Outcomes, and Perfusion, Flinders Medical Centre and Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Braunschweig Clinic, Braunschweig, Germany
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- Department of Intensive Care, Laboratory of Translational Intensive Care, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, Switzerland
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- Department of Cardio-Vascular Surgery, Vishnevsky National Medical Research Center of Surgery, Moscow, Russia
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Royal Papworth Hospital, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- Cardiac Surgery, Anthea Hospital Gvm Care & Research, Bari, Italy
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- Lancisi Cardiovascular Center, Polytechnic University of Marche, Ancona, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust, UK
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Hadassah Hebrew University Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Cardiac Surgery, Anthea Hospital Gvm Care & Research, Bari, Italy
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- Academy for Perfusion, German Heart Institute Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Clinical Perfusion, St Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University Medical Center Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
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- Department of Cardiovascular Anesthesia and Intensive Care Unit, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, San Donato Milanese, Milan, Italy
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- Bristol Heart Institute, Bristol Royal Infirmary, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland
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Anastasiadis K, Antonitsis P, Asteriou C, Deliopoulos A, Argiriadou H. Modular minimally invasive extracorporeal circulation ensures perfusion safety and technical feasibility in cardiac surgery; a systematic review of the literature. Perfusion 2021; 37:852-862. [PMID: 34137323 DOI: 10.1177/02676591211026514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Despite extensive evidence that shows clinical of superiority of MiECC, worldwide penetration remains low due to concerns regarding air handling and volume management in the context of a closed system. The purpose of this study is to thoroughly investigate perfusion safety and technical feasibility of performing all cardiac surgical procedures with modular (hybrid) MiECC, as experienced from the perfusionist's perspective. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed perfusion charts of consecutive adult patients undergoing all types of elective, urgent, and emergency cardiac surgery under modular MiECC. The primary outcome measure was perfusion safety and technical feasibility, as evidenced in the need for conversion from a closed to an open circuit. A systematic review of the literature was conducted aiming to ultimately clarify whether there are any safety issues regarding MiECC technology. RESULTS We challenged modular MiECC use in a series of 403 consecutive patients of whom a significant proportion (111/403; 28%) underwent complex surgery including reoperations (4%), emergency repair of acute type A aortic dissection and composite aortic surgery (1.7%). Technical success rate was 100%. Conversion to an open circuit was required in 18/396 patients (4.5%), excluding procedures performed under circulatory arrest. Open configuration accounted for 40% ± 21% of total procedural perfusion time and was related to significant hemodilution and increase in peak lactate levels. Systematic review revealed that safety of the procedure challenged originated from a single report, while no clinical adverse event related to MiECC was identified. CONCLUSIONS Use of modular MiECC secures safety and ensures technical feasibility in all cardiac surgical procedures. It represents a type III active closed system, while its stand-by component is reserved for a small (<5%) proportion of procedures and for a partial procedural time. Thus, it eliminates any safety concern regarding air handling and volume management, while it overcomes any unexpected intraoperative scenario.
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- Kyriakos Anastasiadis
- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Luan T, Zhuang Y, Nie W, Yang S, Wu Y, Wang R, Dai Y, Zhang H. The death risk factors of patients undergoing re-exploration for bleeding or tamponade after isolated off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting: a case-control study. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2021; 21:204. [PMID: 33888070 PMCID: PMC8063367 DOI: 10.1186/s12872-021-02017-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2021] [Accepted: 04/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background The purpose of the study is to identify off-pump patients who are at higher risk of mortality after re-exploration for bleeding or tamponade. Methods We analyzed the data of 3256 consecutive patients undergoing isolated off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting (OPCABG) in our heart center from 2013 through 2020. Fifty-eight patients underwent re-exploration after OPCABG. The 58 patients were divided into death group and survival group according to their discharge status. Propensity score matching (PSM) was performed to analysis the risk factors of death. 15 pairs of cases of two groups were matched well. Results The mortality rate of patients underwent re-exploration after OPCABG for bleeding or tamponade was 27.59% (16/58). In the raw data, we found the patients in death group had higher body mass index (BMI) (P = 0.030), higher cardiac troponin T (cTnT) (P = 0.028) and higher incidence of heart failure before OPCABG (P = 0.003). After PSM, the levels of lactic acid before and after re-exploration (P = 0.028 and P < 0.001) were higher in death group. And the levels of creatinine (P = 0.002) and cTnT (P = 0.017) were higher in the death group after re-exploration. The death group had longer reoperation time (P = 0.010). In addition, the perioperative utilization rate of intra-aortic ballon pump (IABP) (P = 0.027), continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) (P < 0.001) and platelet transfusion (P = 0.017) were higher than survival group. Conclusions The mortality rate of patients undergoing re-exploration for bleeding or tamponade after isolated OPCABG is high. More attention should be paid to patients with above risk factors and appropriate measures should be taken in time.
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- Tongxiao Luan
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao, 266000, Shandong Province, China.,Qingdao University, 308 Ningxia Road, Qingdao, 266071, Shandong Province, China
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- Qingdao Fuwai Cardiovascular Hospital, 201 Nanjing Road, Qingdao, 266034, Shandong Province, China
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- Qingdao University, 308 Ningxia Road, Qingdao, 266071, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao, 266000, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao, 266000, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao, 266000, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao, 266000, Shandong Province, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, 16 Jiangsu Road, Qingdao, 266000, Shandong Province, China. .,Qingdao University, 308 Ningxia Road, Qingdao, 266071, Shandong Province, China.
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Anastasiadis K, Antonitsis P, Deliopoulos A, Argiriadou H. From less invasive to minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation. J Thorac Dis 2021; 13:1909-1921. [PMID: 33841979 PMCID: PMC8024827 DOI: 10.21037/jtd-20-1830] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Development of minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) served the purpose of performing surgery while avoiding the surgical stress triggered by a full median sternotomy. Minimizing surgical trauma is associated with improved cosmesis and enhanced recovery leading to reduced morbidity. However, it has to be primarily appreciated that the extracorporeal circulation (ECC) stands for the basis of nearly all MICS procedures. With some fundamental modification and advancement in perfusion techniques, the use of ECC has become the enabling technology for the development of MICS. Less invasive cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) techniques are based on remote cannulation and optimization of perfusion techniques with assisted venous drainage and use of centrifugal pump, so as to facilitate the demanding surgical maneuvers, rather than minimizing the invasiveness of the CPB. This is reflected in the increased duration of CPB required for MICS procedures. Minimal invasive Extracorporeal Circulation (MiECC) represents a major breakthrough in perfusion. It integrates all contemporary technological advancements that facilitate best applying cardiovascular physiology to intraoperative perfusion. Consequently, MiECC use translates to improved end-organ protection and clinical outcome, as evidenced in multiple clinical trials and meta-analyses. MICS performed with MiECC provides the basis for developing a multidisciplinary intraoperative strategy towards a "more physiologic" cardiac surgery by combining small surgical trauma with minimum body's physiology derangement. Integration of MiECC can advance MICS from non-full sternotomy for selected patients to a "more physiologic" surgery, which represents the real face of modern cardiac surgery in the transcatheter era.
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- Cardiothoracic Department, AHEPA University Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Argiriadou H, Antonitsis P, Gkiouliava A, Papapostolou E, Deliopoulos A, Anastasiadis K. Minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation preserves coagulation integrity. Perfusion 2021; 37:257-265. [PMID: 33637025 DOI: 10.1177/0267659121998544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Coagulopathy after cardiac surgery is a serious multifactorial complication that results in postoperative bleeding requiring transfusion of red blood cells and procoagulant products. Use of cardiopulmonary bypass represents the major contributing factor affecting coagulation. We sought to prospectively investigate the effect of contemporary minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation (MiECC) on coagulation parameters using point-of-care (POC) rotational thromboelastometry and the relation to postoperative bleeding. METHODS Patients undergoing elective cardiac surgery on MiECC were prospectively recruited. Anticoagulation strategy was based on individualized heparin management and heparin level-guided protamine titration. Rotational thromboelastometry testing was performed before induction of anesthesia and after aortic cross-clamp release. A strict POC-guided transfusion protocol was implemented. The primary endpoint was the assessment of viscoelastic properties of the coagulating blood at the end of surgery compared to preoperative values and the relation to postoperative bleeding and 24-hour transfusion requirements. RESULTS Fifty patients were included in the study with a significant proportion having complex surgery. Thirteen patients (26%) required blood transfusion (mean rate: 0.5 ± 1 units per patient), 5/50 (10%) received coagulation factors while no patient received fresh frozen plasma, platelets or fibrinogen. Thromboelastometry analysis showed that the major derangement was CT EXTEM > 100 seconds in 28/50 (56%) and A10 EXTEM < 40 mm in one (2%) patient without clinical significance. Platelet function was preserved throughout surgery. A10-FIBTEM was found predictive of postoperative bleeding at 12 hours. CONCLUSIONS MiECC preserves clot quality throughout surgery acting in both key determinants of clot strength; fibrinogen and platelets. This is clinically translated into minimal postoperative bleeding and restricted use of blood products and coagulation factors.
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- Helena Argiriadou
- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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Flick M, Duranteau J, Scheeren TW, Saugel B. Monitoring of the Sublingual Microcirculation During Cardiac Surgery: Current Knowledge and Future Directions. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2020; 34:2754-2765. [DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2019.10.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2019] [Revised: 09/29/2019] [Accepted: 10/21/2019] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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den Os MM, van den Brom CE, van Leeuwen ALI, Dekker NAM. Microcirculatory perfusion disturbances following cardiopulmonary bypass: a systematic review. CRITICAL CARE : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CRITICAL CARE FORUM 2020; 24:218. [PMID: 32404120 PMCID: PMC7222340 DOI: 10.1186/s13054-020-02948-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2019] [Accepted: 05/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Background Microcirculatory perfusion disturbances are associated with increased morbidity and mortality in patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB). Technological advancements made it possible to monitor sublingual microcirculatory perfusion over time. The goal of this review is to provide an overview of the course of alterations in sublingual microcirculatory perfusion following CPB. The secondary goal is to identify which parameter of sublingual microcirculatory perfusion is most profoundly affected by CPB. Methods PubMed and Embase databases were systematically searched according to PRISMA guidelines and as registered in PROSPERO. Studies that reported sublingual microcirculatory perfusion measurements before and after onset of CPB in adult patients undergoing cardiac surgery were included. The primary outcome was sublingual microcirculatory perfusion, represented by functional capillary density (FCD), perfused vessel density (PVD), total vessel density (TVD), proportion of perfused vessels (PPV), and microvascular flow index (MFI). Results The search identified 277 studies, of which 19 fulfilled all eligibility criteria. Initiation of CPB had a profound effect on FCD, PVD, or PPV. Seventeen studies (89%) reported one or more of these parameters, and in 11 of those studies (65%), there was a significant decrease in these parameters during cardiac surgery; the other 6 studies (35%) reported no effect. In 29% of the studies, FCD, PVD, or PPV normalized by the end of cardiac surgery, and in 24% percent of the studies, this effect lasted at least 24 h. There was no clear effect of CPB on TVD and a mixed effect on MFI. Conclusion CPB during cardiac surgery impaired sublingual microcirculatory perfusion as reflected by reduced FCD, PVD, and PPV. Four studies reported this effect at least 24 h after surgery. Further research is warranted to conclude on the duration of CPB-induced microcirculatory perfusion disturbances and the relationship with clinical outcome. Trial registration PROSPERO, CRD42019127798
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- Matthijs M den Os
- Department of Anesthesiology, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, De Boelelaan 1117, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, De Boelelaan 1117, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Physiology, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, De Boelelaan 1117, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Physiology, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Cardiothoracic surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, De Boelelaan 1117, 1081 HV, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. .,Department of Physiology, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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Argiriadou H, Antonitsis P, Gkiouliava A, Papapostolou E, Deliopoulos A, Anastasiadis K. Minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation preserves platelet function after cardiac surgery: a prospective observational study. Perfusion 2019; 35:138-144. [DOI: 10.1177/0267659119866289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Introduction: Cardiac surgery on conventional cardiopulmonary bypass induces a combination of thrombocytopenia and platelet dysfunction which is strongly related to postoperative bleeding. Minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation has been shown to preserve coagulation integrity, though effect on platelet function remains unclear. We aimed to prospectively investigate perioperative platelet function in a series of patients undergoing cardiac surgery on minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation using point-of-care testing. Methods: A total of 57 patients undergoing elective cardiac surgery on minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation were prospectively recruited. Anticoagulation strategy was based on individualized heparin management and heparin level–guided protamine titration performed in all patients with a specialized point-of-care device (Hemostasis Management System – HMS Plus; Medtronic, Minneapolis, MN, USA). Platelet function was evaluated with impedance aggregometry using the ROTEM platelet (TEM International GmbH, Munich, Germany). ADPtest and TRAPtest values were assessed before surgery and after cardiopulmonary bypass. Results: ADPtest value was preserved during surgery on minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation (58.2 ± 20 U vs. 53.6 ± 21 U; p = 0.1), while TRAPtest was found significantly increased (90 ± 27 U vs. 103 ± 38 U; p = 0.03). Postoperative ADPtest and TRAPtest values were inversely related to postoperative bleeding (correlation coefficient: −0.29; p = 0.03 for ADPtest and correlation coefficient: −0.28; p = 0.04 for TRAPtest). The preoperative use of P2Y12 inhibitors was identified as the only independent predictor of a low postoperative ADPtest value (OR = 15.3; p = 0.02). Conclusion: Cardiac surgery on minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation is a platelet preservation strategy, which contributes to the beneficial effect of minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation in coagulation integrity.
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- Helena Argiriadou
- Cardiothoracic Department, AHEPA University Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Cardiothoracic Department, AHEPA University Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Anastasiadis K, Argiriadou H, Deliopoulos A, Antonitsis P. Minimal invasive extracorporeal circulation (MiECC): the state-of-the-art in perfusion. J Thorac Dis 2019; 11:S1507-S1514. [PMID: 31293801 DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2019.01.66] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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- Cardiothoracic Department, AHEPA University Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Uz Z, Ince C, Guerci P, Ince Y, P Araujo R, Ergin B, Hilty MP, van Gulik TM, de Mol BA. Recruitment of sublingual microcirculation using handheld incident dark field imaging as a routine measurement tool during the postoperative de-escalation phase-a pilot study in post ICU cardiac surgery patients. Perioper Med (Lond) 2018; 7:18. [PMID: 30116524 PMCID: PMC6083575 DOI: 10.1186/s13741-018-0091-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2017] [Accepted: 04/30/2018] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Background Management of tissue perfusion following cardiac surgery is a challenging task where common clinical parameters do not reflect microcirculatory dysfunction. Heterogeneity in blood flow perfusion and abnormalities in capillary density characterize microcirculatory dysfunction. The restoration of a normal microcirculation may become a novel target for therapy in the future in addition to macrocirculatory parameters. The aim of this study is to determine how the sublingual microcirculatory parameters vary at the bedside in post-cardiac surgery patients which underwent diuretic therapy to correct fluid overload. Methods In this prospective observational pilot study, video clips of sublingual microcirculation in post-cardiac surgery patients receiving furosemide and/or spironolactone to achieve normal fluid balance were recorded using Cytocam-IDF imaging. Data was obtained on the first (T0), second (T1), and third (T2) day after the patients left the intensive care unit (ICU). Measurements were analyzed off-line to obtain the following microcirculatory parameters: total vessel density (TVD), microcirculatory flow index (MFI), proportion of perfused vessel (PPV), and perfused vessel density (PVD). Macrocirculatory parameters and body weight were also collected at these time points. Results Ninety measurements were performed in ten post ICU cardiac surgery patients. Thirteen measurements were excluded due to quality reasons; these excluded measurements were spread across the patients and time points, and there was no loss of patients or time points. An increase in TVD was observed from T0 to T1 (20 ± 2.7 to 24 ± 3.2 mm/mm2; p = 0.0410) and from T0 to T2 (20 ± 2.7 to 26 ± 3.3 mm/mm2; p = 0.0005). An increase in PVD was present from T0 to T1 (19 ± 2.3 to 24 ± 3.5 mm/mm2; p = 0.0072) and from T0 to T2 (19 ± 2.3 to 26 ± 3.4 mm/mm2, p = 0.0008). Fluid overload was assessed through a positive cumulative fluid balance on the day of ICU discharge. Conclusions Cytocam-IDF imaging to monitor microcirculation as a daily parameter is feasible and could become a valuable tool to non-invasively assess the tissue oxygenation at the bedside. An increase in TVD and PVD (functional capillary density) indicated the recruitment of the sublingual microcirculation in patients with diuretic therapy. Future research is needed to prove the correlation between the recruitment of the sublingual microcirculation and the de-escalation phase of the fluid management.
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- Zühre Uz
- 1Department of Experimental Surgery and Translational Physiology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 2Department of Translational Physiology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 2Department of Translational Physiology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 2Department of Translational Physiology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 2Department of Translational Physiology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 2Department of Translational Physiology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 2Department of Translational Physiology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 1Department of Experimental Surgery and Translational Physiology, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 3Department of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Ince C, Boerma EC, Cecconi M, De Backer D, Shapiro NI, Duranteau J, Pinsky MR, Artigas A, Teboul JL, Reiss IKM, Aldecoa C, Hutchings SD, Donati A, Maggiorini M, Taccone FS, Hernandez G, Payen D, Tibboel D, Martin DS, Zarbock A, Monnet X, Dubin A, Bakker J, Vincent JL, Scheeren TWL. Second consensus on the assessment of sublingual microcirculation in critically ill patients: results from a task force of the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine. Intensive Care Med 2018; 44:281-299. [DOI: 10.1007/s00134-018-5070-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 219] [Impact Index Per Article: 36.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2017] [Accepted: 01/17/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Akin S, Dos Reis Miranda D, Caliskan K, Soliman OI, Guven G, Struijs A, van Thiel RJ, Jewbali LS, Lima A, Gommers D, Zijlstra F, Ince C. Functional evaluation of sublingual microcirculation indicates successful weaning from VA-ECMO in cardiogenic shock. CRITICAL CARE : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE CRITICAL CARE FORUM 2017; 21:265. [PMID: 29073930 PMCID: PMC5658964 DOI: 10.1186/s13054-017-1855-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2017] [Accepted: 10/05/2017] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Background Veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) is increasingly adopted for the treatment of cardiogenic shock (CS). However, a marker of successful weaning remains largely unknown. Our hypothesis was that successful weaning is associated with sustained microcirculatory function during ECMO flow reduction. Therefore, we sought to test the usefulness of microcirculatory imaging in the same sublingual spot, using incident dark field (IDF) imaging in assessing successful weaning from VA-ECMO and compare IDF imaging with echocardiographic parameters. Methods Weaning was performed by decreasing the VA-ECMO flow to 50% (F50) from the baseline. The endpoint of the study was successful VA-ECMO explantation within 48 hours after weaning. The response of sublingual microcirculation to a weaning attempt (WA) was evaluated. Microcirculation was measured in one sublingual area (single spot (ss)) using CytoCam IDF imaging during WA. Total vessel density (TVDss) and perfused vessel density (PVDss) of the sublingual area were evaluated before and during 50% flow reduction (TVDssF50, PVDssF50) after a WA and compared to conventional echocardiographic parameters as indicators of the success or failure of the WA. Results Patients (n = 13) aged 49 ± 18 years, who received VA-ECMO for the treatment of refractory CS due to pulmonary embolism (n = 5), post cardiotomy (n = 3), acute coronary syndrome (n = 2), myocarditis (n = 2) and drug intoxication (n = 1), were included. TVDssF50 (21.9 vs 12.9 mm/mm2, p = 0.001), PVDssF50 (19.7 vs 12.4 mm/mm2, p = 0.01) and aortic velocity–time integral (VTI) at 50% flow reduction (VTIF50) were higher in patients successfully weaned vs not successfully weaned. The area under the curve (AUC) was 0.99 vs 0.93 vs 0.85 for TVDssF50 (small vessels) >12.2 mm/mm2, left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) >15% and aortic VTI >11 cm. Likewise, the AUC was 0.91 vs 0.93 vs 0.85 for the PVDssF50 (all vessels) >14.8 mm/mm2, LVEF >15% and aortic VTI >11 cm. Conclusion This study identified sublingual microcirculation as a novel potential marker for identifying successful weaning from VA-ECMO. Sustained values of TVDssF50 and PVDssF50 were found to be specific and sensitive indicators of successful weaning from VA-ECMO as compared to echocardiographic parameters. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s13054-017-1855-2) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Sakir Akin
- Department of Intensive Care, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. .,Department of Cardiology, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Intensive Care, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Intensive Care, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Cardiology, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Intensive Care, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Intensive Care, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Intensive Care, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Cardiology, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Intensive Care, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Intensive Care, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiology, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Intensive Care, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, Room H-603a, 's-Gravendijkwal 230, 3015 CE, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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Acute phase proteins and inflammatory factors: the peri-operative changes in on-pump versus off-pump cardiac surgery. Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2017. [DOI: 10.1007/s12055-017-0544-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
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Ganushchak YM, Körver EPJ, Yamamoto Y, Weerwind PW. Versatile minimized system--a step towards safe perfusion. Perfusion 2015; 31:295-9. [PMID: 26354746 DOI: 10.1177/0267659115604711] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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A growing body of evidence indicates the superiority of minimized cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) systems compared to conventional systems in terms of inflammatory reactions and transfusion requirements. Evident benefits of minimized CPB systems, however, do not come without consequences. Kinetic-assisted drainage, as used in these circuits, can result in severe fluctuations of venous line pressures and, consequently, fluctuation of the blood flow delivered to the patient. Furthermore, subatmospheric venous line pressures can cause gaseous microemboli. Another limitation is the absence of cardiotomy suction, which can lead to excessive blood loss via a cell saver. The most serious limitation of minimized circuits is that these circuits are very constrained in the case of complications or changing of the surgery plan. We developed a versatile minimized system (VMS) with a priming volume of about 600 ml. A compliance chamber in the venous line decreases peaks of pressure fluctuations. This chamber also acts as a bubble trap. Additionally, the open venous reservoir is connected parallel to the venous line and excluded from the circulation during an uncomplicated CPB. This reservoir can be included in the circulation via a roller pump and be used as a cardiotomy reservoir. The amount and rate of returned blood in the circulation is regulated by a movable level detector. Further, the circuit can easily be converted to an open system with vacuum-assisted venous drainage in the case of unexpected complications. The VMS combines the benefits of minimized circuits with the versatility and safety of a conventional CPB system. Perfusionists familiar with this system can secure an adequate and timely response at expected and unexpected intraoperative complications.
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- Y M Ganushchak
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Centre and Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Centre and Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Engineering, Anjo Kosei Hospital, Anjo, Japan
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Centre and Cardiovascular Research Institute Maastricht, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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What We have Learned about Minimized Extracorporeal Circulation versus Conventional Extracorporeal Circulation: An Updated Meta-Analysis. Int J Artif Organs 2015; 38:444-53. [PMID: 26349528 DOI: 10.5301/ijao.5000427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/27/2015] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Introduction The benefits of minimized extracorporeal circulation (MECC) compared with conventional extracorporeal circulation (CECC) are still in debate. Methods PubMed, EMBASE and the Cochrane Library were searched until November 10, 2014. After quality assessment, we chose a fixed-effects model when the trials showed low heterogeneity, otherwise a random-effects model was used. We performed univariate meta-regression and sensitivity analysis to search for the potential sources of heterogeneity. Cumulative meta-analysis was performed to access the evolution of outcome over time. Results 41 RCTs enrolling 3744 patients were included after independent article review by 2 authors. MECC significantly reduced atrial fibrillation (RR, 0.76; 95% CI, 0.66 to 0.89; P<0.001; I2 = 0%), and myocardial infarction (RR, 0.43; 95% CI, 0.26 to 0.71; P = 0.001; I2 = 0%). In addition, the results regarding chest tube drainage, transfusion rate, blood loss, red blood cell transfusion volume, and platelet count favored MECC as well. Conclusions MECC diminished morbidity of cardiovascular complications postoperatively, conserved blood cells, and reduced allogeneic blood transfusion.
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Koning NJ, Atasever B, Vonk AB, Boer C. Changes in Microcirculatory Perfusion and Oxygenation During Cardiac Surgery With or Without Cardiopulmonary Bypass. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2014; 28:1331-40. [DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2013.04.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2013] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Koning NJ, Simon LE, Asfar P, Baufreton C, Boer C. Systemic microvascular shunting through hyperdynamic capillaries after acute physiological disturbances following cardiopulmonary bypass. Am J Physiol Heart Circ Physiol 2014; 307:H967-75. [PMID: 25063797 DOI: 10.1152/ajpheart.00397.2014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Previously we showed that cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) during cardiac surgery is associated with reduced sublingual microcirculatory perfusion and oxygenation. It has been suggested that impaired microcirculatory perfusion may be paralleled by increased heterogeneity of flow in the microvascular bed, possibly leading to arteriovenous shunting. Here we investigated our hypothesis that acute hemodynamic disturbances during extracorporeal circulation indeed lead to microcirculatory heterogeneity with hyperdynamic capillary perfusion and reduced systemic oxygen extraction. In this single-center prospective observational study, patients undergoing cardiac surgery with (n = 18) or without (n = 13) CPB were included. Perioperative microcirculatory perfusion was assessed sublingually with sidestream darkfield imaging, and recordings were quantified for microcirculatory heterogeneity and hyperdynamic capillary perfusion. The relationship with hemodynamic and oxygenation parameters was analyzed. Microcirculatory heterogeneity index increased substantially after onset of CPB [0.5 (0.0-0.9) to 1.0 (0.3-1.3); P = 0.031] but not during off-pump surgery. Median capillary red blood cell (RBC) velocity increased intraoperatively in the CPB group only [1,600 (913-2,500 μm/s) vs. 380 (190-480 μm/s); P < 0.001], with 31% of capillaries supporting high RBC velocities (>2,000 μm/s). Hyperdynamic microcirculatory perfusion was associated with reduced arteriovenous oxygen difference and systemic oxygen consumption during and after CPB. The current study provides the first direct human evidence for a microvascular shunting phenomenon through hyperdynamic capillaries following acute physiological disturbances after onset of CPB. The hypothesis of impaired systemic oxygen offloading caused by hyperdynamic capillaries was supported by reduced blood arteriovenous oxygen difference and low systemic oxygen extraction associated with CPB.
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- Nick J Koning
- Department of Anesthesiology. Institute for Cardiovascular Research, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Departments of Integrated Neurovascular Biology, Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale U1083, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique UMR 6214;
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- Department of Anesthesiology. Institute for Cardiovascular Research, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Departments of Integrated Neurovascular Biology, Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale U1083, Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique UMR 6214; Réanimation Médicale et Médicine Hyperbare, LUNAM University, Université d'Angers, Angers, France
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- Cardiovascular Surgery, LUNAM University, Université d'Angers, Angers, France; and
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- Department of Anesthesiology. Institute for Cardiovascular Research, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Koning NJ, Vonk AB, Meesters MI, Oomens T, Verkaik M, Jansen EK, Baufreton C, Boer C. Microcirculatory Perfusion Is Preserved During Off-Pump but Not On-Pump Cardiac Surgery. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2014; 28:336-41. [DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2013.05.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2013] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Shear stress, energy losses, and costs: a resolved dilemma of pulsatile cardiac assist devices. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2014; 2014:651769. [PMID: 24511541 PMCID: PMC3913384 DOI: 10.1155/2014/651769] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2013] [Revised: 10/03/2013] [Accepted: 10/09/2013] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Cardiac assist devices (CAD) cause endothelial dysfunction with considerable morbidity. Employment of pulsatile CAD remains controversial due to inadequate perfusion curves and costs. Alternatively, we are proposing a new concept of pulsatile CAD based on a fundamental revision of the entire circulatory system in correspondence with the physiopathology and law of physics. It concerns a double lumen disposable tube device that could be adapted to conventional cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and/or CAD, for inducing a homogenous, downstream pulsatile perfusion mode with lower energy losses. In this study, the device's prototypes were tested in a simulated conventional pediatric CPB circuit for energy losses and as a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) in ischemic piglets model for endothelial shear stress (ESS) evaluations. In conclusion and according to the study results the pulsatile tube was successfully capable of transforming a conventional CPB and/or CAD steady flow into a pulsatile perfusion mode, with nearly physiologic pulse pressure and lower energy losses. This represents a cost-effective promising method with low mortality and morbidity, especially in fragile cardiac patients.
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Morisaki A, Nakahira A, Sasaki Y, Hirai H, Okada Y, Suehiro S, Shibata T. Is elimination of cardiotomy suction preferable in aortic valve replacement? Assessment of perioperative coagulation, fibrinolysis and inflammation. Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg 2013; 17:507-14. [PMID: 23728087 DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivt241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Guidelines recommend the avoidance of direct return of pericardial blood based on evidence from coronary surgery. A continuous auto-transfusion system (CATS) can be a good alternative to cardiotomy suction by reinfusing aspirated pericardial blood without the necessity of intermittent collection. To clarify the effects of direct return of pericardial blood in aortic valve replacement (AVR), we compared the effects of cardiotomy suction and an alternative CATS on perioperative coagulofibrinolysis and inflammation systems, and clinical outcomes. METHODS In 40 AVR operations between April 2009 and April 2011, the retransfusion method of pericardial blood during cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) was allocated to the use of cardiotomy suction (non-Cell-Saver group, n = 20) or CATS (Cell-Saver group, n = 20) under identical protocols of anticoagulation and transfusion. The blood from the left ventricular vent was returned to the venous reservoir. We obtained blood samples at nine points up to the morning after surgery. RESULTS Perioperative values for coagulofibrinolysis markers, such as thrombin-antithrombin III complex, fibrinogen degeneration products, D-dimer and plasmin-α2 plasmin inhibitor complex, were significantly lower in the Cell-Saver group than those in the non-Cell-Saver group from 1 h after the initiation of cardiopulmonary bypass to 3 or 6 h after termination of cardiopulmonary bypass (P < 0.05 for all markers). A fibrinolysis inhibition marker of plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 and the inflammation markers of interleukin-6, 8 and 10 as well as tumour necrosis factor-α were not significantly different. The amount of packed red blood cells required after the termination of CPB was significantly less in the Cell-Saver group compared with that in the non-Cell-Saver group (P = 0.004). There were no significant differences in the other clinical outcomes between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS In AVR, the avoidance of direct return of pericardial blood induced considerable suppressions of coagulofibrinolysis responses. A CATS is a favourable alternative for managing pericardial blood during cardiopulmonary bypass. Our results support the published guidelines and could help to establish ideal strategies for eliminating the use of cardiotomy suction, thus facilitating less-invasive valve surgeries with marked suppression of coagulofibrinolysis responses.
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- Akimasa Morisaki
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Osaka City University Graduate School of Medicine, Osaka, Japan
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