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View article: Lipoprotein(a) testing and levels among patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease: a large single-centre experience from the United Arab Emirates
Lipoprotein(a) testing and levels among patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease: a large single-centre experience from the United Arab Emirates Open
View article: Perfusion practices and safety standards in Pakistan: Insights from a preliminary nationwide survey
Perfusion practices and safety standards in Pakistan: Insights from a preliminary nationwide survey Open
Introduction : Perfusion safety in cardiothoracic surgery is critical, particularly in Pakistan where variability in practice standards exists. This survey investigates the current perfusion practices among Pakistani perfusionists, focusin…
View article: Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair in a Patient with Osteogenesis Imperfecta: A Case Report and Literature Review
Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair in a Patient with Osteogenesis Imperfecta: A Case Report and Literature Review Open
With the emergence of less invasive transcatheter valvular therapies, there remains a limited understanding of the feasibility and durability of these approaches in patients with osteogenesis imperfecta and whether they can offer a suitabl…
View article: Enhancing lung transplantation with ECMO: a comprehensive review of mechanisms, outcomes, and future considerations
Enhancing lung transplantation with ECMO: a comprehensive review of mechanisms, outcomes, and future considerations Open
Background : Lung transplantation (LTx) is a critical intervention for patients with end-stage lung disease. However, challenges such as donor organ scarcity and post-transplant complications significantly affect its success. Recent advanc…
View article: Trends and findings of lipoprotein(a) testing and associated cardiovascular disease profiles: a large single-center study from the Middle East-Gulf region
Trends and findings of lipoprotein(a) testing and associated cardiovascular disease profiles: a large single-center study from the Middle East-Gulf region Open
Background Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] is a genetically determined risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (CVD). Limited data are available on Lp(a) testing from the Middle-East region. Therefore, we aim to evaluate the utilizat…
View article: Heparin resistance management during cardiac surgery: a literature review and future directions
Heparin resistance management during cardiac surgery: a literature review and future directions Open
Introduction : Heparin, a commonly used anticoagulant in cardiac surgery, binds to antithrombin III (ATIII) to prevent clot formation. However, heparin resistance (HR) can complicate surgical procedures, leading to increased thromboembolic…
View article: Management of acute aortic services during the COVID-19 pandemic: a retrospective cohort study from the Middle East
Management of acute aortic services during the COVID-19 pandemic: a retrospective cohort study from the Middle East Open
Background: COVID-19 created a challenging situation for cardiac surgery and associated acute care programs around the world. While non-urgent cases might be postponed, operating on life-threatening conditions, including type A aortic diss…
View article: Management of Patients With Tricuspid Valve Endocarditis and Ongoing Intravenous Drug Abuse
Management of Patients With Tricuspid Valve Endocarditis and Ongoing Intravenous Drug Abuse Open
View article: Adverse Cardiac Effects of SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Adverse Cardiac Effects of SARS-CoV-2 Infection Open
The coronavirus pandemic has spread globally and resulted in the registered deaths of over 5.5 million people, with nearly 380 million infected, straining health systems focused on transmission suppression and supportive care because speci…
View article: The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on type A aortic dissection care
The impact of COVID-19 pandemic on type A aortic dissection care Open
Funding Acknowledgements Type of funding sources: None. Introduction COVID-19 created a challenging situation for cardiac surgery and associated acute care programs around the world. While non-urgent cases might be postponed, operating on …
View article: The impact of initiating quality of care improvement protocols on intensive care unit length of stay in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting: An insight from a nascent program
The impact of initiating quality of care improvement protocols on intensive care unit length of stay in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting: An insight from a nascent program Open
Funding Acknowledgements Type of funding sources: None. Introduction Prolonged intensive care unit (ICU) length of stay (LOS) post coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) constitutes a major challenge for both patients and cardiac surgery t…
View article: The association of preoperative dialysis with troponin trends and short term outcomes among advanced kidney disease patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting
The association of preoperative dialysis with troponin trends and short term outcomes among advanced kidney disease patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting Open
Funding Acknowledgements Type of funding sources: None. Introduction Coronary artery disease continues to be the leading cause of death in patients with stage IV-V chronic kidney disease (CKD IV-V). However, the prognosis and early outcome…
View article: Open transcatheter aortic valve implantation on a degenerated bioprosthetic valve conduit
Open transcatheter aortic valve implantation on a degenerated bioprosthetic valve conduit Open
The degeneration of bioprosthetic aortic Conduit with hemodynamic dysfunction mostly requires a re-do surgery, which is associated with an increased perioperative risk. Considering this, an open implantation of a transcatheter aortic biopr…
View article: Rapid deployment aortic valve replacement in a minimal access setting: intermediate clinical and echocardiographic outcomes†
Rapid deployment aortic valve replacement in a minimal access setting: intermediate clinical and echocardiographic outcomes† Open
Rapid deployment aortic valve replacement can be performed safely in a minimal access setting with low complication rates and good haemodynamic results. Therefore, rapid deployment valves are a relevant option in minimal access surgery.