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Technique of Retrograde Infusion

Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

This involves placing a purse-string suture in the right atrial wall and creating a small incision through which the retrograde infusion catheter is introduced and guided into the coronary sinus. Additionally, coronary sinus rupture is a known complication, though it can be managed with fine suturing or oversewing.

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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.

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Distal Biceps Tenodesis Surgical Assisting with Arthrex Techniques

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

They provide critical intraoperative support, assisting with retraction, suturing, and maintaining a sterile field. Physician Assistants (PAs) complement this role by preparing the patient, aiding in the procedure, and ensuring smooth postoperative care. Lets make every procedure a success. Learn more about our services here.

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The Essential Role of Surgical First Assistants: Importance, Career Outlook, and Impact on Patient Care

SpecialtyCare

A Surgical First Assistant (SFA) is a vital member of the surgical team, working closely with surgeons to ensure the success of surgical procedures. Intraoperative Assistance : During surgery, SFAs provide direct support to the surgeon by maintaining a clear surgical field, controlling bleeding, handling tissues, and performing suturing.

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Off‐pump coronary surgery (OPCAB), advatages and disadvantages

Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

The goal of this procedure is to achieve total revascularization while avoiding CPB. Positioning the heart for transplantation without compromising hemodynamics is achieved with the use of several retraction devices and deep pericardial sutures. A platform that provides stability reduces movement at the arteriotomy site.

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Needle-Moving AI Research Trains Surgical Robots in Simulation

NVIDIA: Healthcare

It supports more than a dozen maneuvers inspired by the training curriculum for laparoscopic procedures, aka minimally invasive surgery, such as grasping small objects like needles, passing them from one arm to another and placing them with high precision. The open-source code package is now available on GitHub.

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From Incisions to Sutures: How Surgical Scissors and Needle Holders

Surtex Instruments

The success of surgical procedures relies heavily on the precision, reliability, and quality of the surgical instruments in use. Among these, surgical scissors and needle holders stand as indispensable tools in the hands of a surgeon.