Publications by authors named "D Radakovic"
Background: Acute right ventricular failure is a critical complication after left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation, often managed with a temporary paracorporeal right ventricular assist device (RVAD). This study examined three extracorporeal life support (ECLS) systems regarding mortality, bleeding complications, and intensive care unit (ICU) stay duration.
Methods: This monocentric, retrospective case-control study included all patients receiving LVAD with paracorporeal RVAD between 2009 and 2020.
Off versus on pump myocardial revascularization in patients with severe asymptomatic carotid stenosis.
J Cardiovasc Surg (Torino)
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- Coronary artery disease is a serious health issue, and the study looks at two different methods of heart surgery called CABG: off-pump and on-pump.
- The researchers found that patients who had the off-pump technique had a much lower chance of having a stroke during or after their surgery compared to those who had the on-pump technique.
- Overall, the study suggests that off-pump CABG is a safer choice for patients with severe carotid stenosis, while still helping them live a long time after the surgery.
Background: The SynCardia® temporary total artificial heart (TAH) serves as a mechanical circulatory support device for patients suffering from irreversible biventricular failure.
Methods: This retrospective study analyzed 196 consecutive patients who underwent TAH implantation at our center from 2001 to 2021. We assessed survival rates and all-cause mortality during TAH support, including survival post-heart transplantation.
Objectives: Minimally-invasive direct coronary artery bypass (MIDCAB) is a less-invasive alternative to full sternotomy off-pump coronary artery bypass (FS-OPCAB) revascularization of the left anterior descending artery (LAD). Some studies suggested that MIDCAB is associated with a greater risk of graft occlusion and repeat revascularization than FS-OPCAB LIMA-to-LAD grafting. Data comparing MIDCAB to FS-OPCAB with regard to long-term follow-up is scarce.
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