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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. The cardiac surgery is then performed during a single period of aortic clamping. link to part 1 >>> Pharmacologically Induced Myocardial Protection During Cardiac Surgery

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Tranexamic Acid in the Procedural Setting

Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

1 Originally developed for patients with hemophilia undergoing oral surgery, TXA is now also administered to reduce heavy menstrual bleeding, treat trauma patients at risk for hemorrhage, and to preoperatively minimize the need for blood transfusions during surgery. The American Journal of Surgery, vol. 3, 1996, pp. Ekbäck, G.,

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

Cardiac and General Anesthesiology

"Off-pump" coronary bypass bypass surgery (OPCAB) was developed in response to concerns regarding the potential side effects of CPB. The goal of this procedure is to achieve total revascularization while avoiding CPB. a Switch to on-pump surgery can be required in the following situations: i.

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Anesthesia for Eyelid Surgery

DFW Anesthesia Professionals

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a common cosmetic or reconstructive procedure aimed at improving the appearance and/or function of the eyelids 1. The choice of anesthesia for eyelid surgery may vary depending on the specific circumstances and preferences of the patient and the surgical team.

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7 Important Facts About ACDF Surgery: Your Guide to Understanding This Crucial Procedure

SpecialtyCare

When it comes to specialized surgical care, understanding ACDF Surgery and its implications is crucial for patients and their families. In this blog, we will delve into Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) surgery, a common procedure for addressing cervical spine issues, using comprehensive information from the Cleveland Clinic.

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Johnson & Johnson MedTech Works With NVIDIA to Broaden AI’s Reach in Surgery

NVIDIA: Healthcare

AI — already used to connect, analyze and offer predictions based on operating room data — will be critical to the future of surgery, boosting operating room efficiency and clinical decision-making. Unveiled at NVIDIA GTC , the global AI conference taking place March 18-21 in San Jose, Calif.,

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Navigating Hospital Processes (or a Lack Thereof): A Personal Encounter with Systemic Issues in Outpatient Surgery

LeanBlog

It's interesting to observe a hospital process (or lack thereof) when a family member needs surgery. Thankfully, the clinical care seemed to be good, and that family member is recovering well from the outpatient procedure. I had the opportunity to do so one day last week. But, the experience could have been better.

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