Evaluation of the relationship between proximal upper-extremity arteriovenous fistula patency and atherogenic index of plasma.

Background: The continuity of arteriovenous fistula (AVF) patency is essential for effective hemodialysis. In the present study, we aimed to investigate the relationship between AVF patency and atherogenic index of plasma (AIP) in patients with native proximal upper-extremity AVF.

Methods: A total of 143 patients with native proximal upper-extremity AVF created in our clinic between January 2014 and April 2022 were analyzed retrospectively.

The ımportance of ınflammatory parameters ın predıctıng deep sternal wound ınfectıons after open heart surgery.

Objective: The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between the development of deep sternal wound infection after open heart surgery and inflammatory parameters obtained from routine biochemical tests.

Methods: A total of 280 patients who underwent cardiac surgery with median sternotomy between January 2015 and January 2020 were examined retrospectively. Patients who developed deep sternal wound infection were identified as "Group 1," and those who did not develop deep sternal wound infection were identified as "Group 2.

Investigation of the effect of acute to chronic glycemic ratio on major amputation development after surgical thromboembolectomy in patients with acute lower extremity ischemia.

Background: Acute limb ischemia (ALI) is an emergency vascular pathology in which perfusion is disrupted in the lower extremity and threatens extremity viability. The admission blood glucose (ABG)/estimated average glucose (eAG) value has recently been shown as a prognostic marker in acute cardiovascular events. In this study, we aimed to investigate the predictive role of an ABG/eAG value in predicting development of early postoperative major amputation after emergency thromboembolectomy operations in patients presenting with ALI.

Early and late predictors of postoperative neurocognitive dysfunction in cardiac surgery.

Background And Purpose: Postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) is a multifactorial image characterized by insufficiency in features such as the ability to perform tasks requiring high brain functions. Cognitive dysfunction such as memory loss and decreased concentration, confusion, and delirium are common conditions in some patients in the early period after major surgical interventions such as cardiac surgery. POCD causes delays in postoperative recovery, long return-to-work times, and decreased quality of life.

The value of atrial electromechanical delay in predicting atrial fibrillation development after coronary artery bypass surgery.

Objective: Predicting postoperative atrial fibrillation (PoAF) in the preoperative period will provide a serious advantage in preventing the morbidity and mortality associated with this arrhythmia and in planning the treatment. In this study, we investigated the value of atrial electromechanical delay (AEMD) in predicting the development of PoAF.

Methods: A total of 93 patients who underwent isolated coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) operation were included in this prospective study.

Comparison of Microplegia Solution and Del Nido Cardioplegia Solution in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Surgery: Which One is More Effective?

Background: The aim of this study is to compare the efficacy of the microplegia solution and Del Nido cardioplegia solution in coronary artery bypass surgery with clinical, biochemical, and echocardiographic data.

Methods: Three hundred patients, who underwent coronary artery bypass surgery between January 2017 and January 2020, by the same surgical team were included in the study. Preoperative, operative and postoperative data (cardiac biomarker levels, cross-clamp and CPB times, echocardiographic measurements, etc.

Effects of plasma atherogenic index and plasma osmolality on arteriovenous fistula patency in hemodialysis patients.

Background: The purpose of the present study was to investigate the effects of Plasma atherogenic index (AIP) and plasma osmolality (PO) values on arteriovenous fistula (AVF) patency in patients with chronic renal failure.

Methods: The patients with primary AVF between December 2012 and March 2020 with the diagnosis of end-stage renal disease in our clinic were included in the study. The patient data were collected retrospectively in digital medium.

Relationship of triglyceride-glucose index with chronic limb-threatening ischemia in lower extremity peripheral artery disease.

Objectives: Triglyceride-glucose index (TyG index), which is defined as the simple and novel marker of insulin resistance, is becoming increasingly important as a promising predictive marker for atherosclerotic diseases. Chronic limb-threatening ischemia is defined as the most advanced stage of the lower extremity peripheral artery disease, whose main cause is atherosclerosis and is associated in this respect with amputation, impaired quality of life, and mortality. The main purpose of the present study was to investigate the relation between the calculated TyG index values and chronic limb-threatening ischemia development.

Effects of Preoperative Statin on the Frequency of Ventricular Fibrillation and C-Reactive Protein Level in Patients Undergoing Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.

Objective: To investigate the effects of statin use in preoperative period on the development of ventricular fibrillation (VF) following the removal of aortic cross-clamp (ACC) and on the levels of inflammation biomarker C-reactive protein (CRP) in patients who undergo elective isolated coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).

Study Design: Observational study.

Place And Duration Of Study: Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Hospital, Bursa, Turkey, between May 2019 and January 2020.

Effect of calculated plasma osmolality and atherogenic index of plasma on carotid artery blood flow velocities.

Objectives: The increase in carotid artery blood flow velocity is a measure of the severity of the carotid artery stenosis caused by atherosclerosis. Carotid artery stenosis is progressive and is of great importance due to the risk of stroke it creates. As an alternative to radiological examinations in these patients, patient follow-up can be facilitated by associating novel laboratory parameters with the severity of stenosis.

Is the Mean Platelet Volume a Predictive Factor for Atrial Fibrillation Developing After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Elderly Patients?

Background: Postoperative atrial fibrillation (PoAF) is the most common arrhythmic complication detected after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). It is associated with increased morbidity and mortality, especially in elderly patients. Mean platelet volume (MPV) shows the activation of platelets effective in the inflammatory and thrombotic process.

Can Continuous Local Anesthetic Infusion After Median Sternotomy Reduce Opioid Use?

Introduction Effective treatment of postoperative pain due to median sternotomy speeds up hemodynamic healing of patients. For this purpose, opioids with a wide range of side effects are widely used at high doses. The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of continuous local anesthetic (bupivacaine) infusion on opioid use on cardiac surgery patients undergoing median sternotomy.

Predictiveness of different preoperative risk assessments for postoperative bleeding after coronary artery bypass grafting surgery.

Aim: Postoperative bleeding is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Studies have been conducted, and guidelines have been published regarding patient blood management and aiming to prevent blood loss in the perioperative period. Various bleeding risk assessments were developed for preoperative period.

The Effect of Preoperative Hematocrit Level on Early Outcomes After Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery.

Introduction: Low hematocrit level is a hematological problem that is frequently encountered in the preoperative evaluation of patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) surgery. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of preoperative hematocrit level on the first 30-day outcomes in patients undergoing CABG surgery.

Methods: Ninety-four patients undergoing isolated CABG were included in the study.

Approach to An Unusual Cardiac Mass: Mitral Annulus Caseoma.

Caseous calcification of the mitral annulus (CCMA) is known to be a rare variant of mitral annulus calcification, a chronic and degenerative process of the mitral valve fibrous ring. It usually carries a benign prognosis. The following case demonstrates a huge mitral annulus caseoma that complicated with severe mitral regurgitation and was treated with a successful surgery.

Analysis of clinical outcomes of intra-aortic balloon pump during coronary artery bypass surgery.

Aim: The mortality rate in coronary artery bypass surgery increases with advancing patient age. This study was conducted to analyse and compare older (above 65 years of age) with younger patients (below 65 years of age) who had undergone coronary artery bypass surgery and had an intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) inserted, comparing hospital stay, clinical features, intensive care unit stay, postoperative complications, and morbidity and mortality rates.

Methods: One hundred and ninety patients who had undergone coronary artery bypass surgery and required IABP support were enrolled in this study.

Analysis of clinical outcomes of intra-aortic balloon pump use during coronary artery bypass surgery.

Aim: The mortality rate of coronary artery bypass surgery increases with advanced patient age. This intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) study was conducted to compare older patients (above 65 years of age) with younger patients (below 65 years of age) who had undergone coronary artery bypass surgery and had had an IABP inserted, with regard to hospital stay, clinical features, intensive care unit stay, postoperative complications, and mortality and morbidity rates.

Methods: One hundred and ninety patients who had undergone coronary artery bypass surgery and had required IABP support were enrolled in this study.