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Tranexamic Acid in the Procedural Setting

Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

Tranexamic acid (TXA) is an antifibrinolytic agent, a medication that reduces bleeding by preventing the lysis of a blood clot. 2 TXA is an analog of the amino acid lysine and it functions by blocking the conversion of plasminogen to the enzyme plasmin, which breaks down blood clots by attacking fibrin. 14 However, these studies may be misleading.

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Guide to Medical Procedure Chairs: Why You Should Upgrade

CME Corp

However, more recently, healthcare facilities have begun upgrading to procedure chairs to capitalize on their numerous benefits. Medical exam tables have long been an equipment essential for exam rooms in clinics and physician offices.

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METHODS OF MYOCARDIAL MANAGEMENT DURING CARDIAC SURGERY, part 1

Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

Continuous Normokalemic Coronary Perfusion: Empty Beating Heart Early intracardiac procedures were performed on normothermic, perfused, empty beating hearts. Despite these issues, this method can be effective for various procedures and may be combined with other myocardial management techniques.

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Technique of Retrograde Infusion

Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

However, retrograde infusion is often preferred for aortic valve replacement, mitral valve operations, and many procedures involving the right atrium for congenital heart disease. In 1956, Lillehei and his colleagues proposed the technique of retrograde infusion of cardioplegic solutions directly into the coronary sinus.

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METHODS OF MYOCARDIAL MANAGEMENT DURING CARDIAC SURGERY, part 2

Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

While this technique provides reasonable conditions for coronary artery bypass grafting ( CABG ), it is less optimal for internal heart procedures. While this technique provides reasonable conditions for coronary artery bypass grafting ( CABG ), it is less optimal for internal heart procedures.

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Distal Biceps Tenodesis Surgical Assisting with Arthrex Techniques

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

Physician Assistants (PAs) complement this role by preparing the patient, aiding in the procedure, and ensuring smooth postoperative care. They handle specialized Arthrex equipment, optimize the operative field, and ensure the surgeons focus remains on the procedure. Lets make every procedure a success.

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The Vital Role of a Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assistant in Modern Healthcare

SpecialtyCare

A Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assistant is a specialized surgical professional who provides direct assistance to the surgeon during cardiothoracic procedures. Their contributions are vital to the success of complex procedures like coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair or replacement, lung resections, and heart transplants.