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Tranexamic Acid in the Procedural Setting

Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

Blood loss during posterior instrumented spinal fusion was found to be reduced by as much as 30% in patients given TXA before the operation. The post Tranexamic Acid in the Procedural Setting appeared first on Nashville Anesthesia Professionals. JAMA Surgery, vol. 6, 2021, doi:10.1001/jamasurg.2021.0884.

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METHODS OF MYOCARDIAL MANAGEMENT DURING CARDIAC SURGERY, part 2

Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

During this method, the surgeon operates on or in the heart for 10 to 15 minutes while the ascending aorta is clamped (stopping coronary perfusion) or individual coronary perfusion is paused. While this technique provides reasonable conditions for coronary artery bypass grafting ( CABG ), it is less optimal for internal heart procedures.

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Why a Surgeon’s Surgical Assistant is Essential in the OR

Platinum Meidcal Staffing

In the high-stakes environment of the operating room, a surgeon’s success is rarely a solo achievement. Surgical assistants, RNFAs (Registered Nurse First Assistants), and PAs (Physician Assistants) are critical team members who directly impact the efficiency and safety of every procedure.

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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. No definitive advantage of retrograde over antegrade cardioplegia has been established for elective surgeries.

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Reviewing the Ross Procedure with Dr. Kerendi

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons

The Ross procedure is a complex operation designed to replace a diseased or damaged aortic valve. The Ross procedure is only performed by a handful of skilled, board-certified cardiothoracic surgeons nationwide who are trained in this highly… Source

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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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The Essential Role of Hospital Surgical Support in Modern Healthcare

SpecialtyCare

From sterile processing and perfusion services to intraoperative neuromonitoring (IONM) and surgical assistants, hospital surgical support teams are the unsung heroes behind every successful operation. Lowers the likelihood of post-operative complications related to neurological function. What Is Hospital Surgical Support?