Publications by authors named "Pedro H Carani"
J Trauma Acute Care Surg
May 2023
Article Synopsis
- REBOA is a life-saving intervention for treating hemorrhagic shock in trauma cases, but the placement of the balloon in Zone 1 can lead to negative effects on organ health, while Zone 3 may protect against these issues.
- In a study involving Yorkshire swine, researchers compared the effects of no aortic occlusion, Zone 1, and Zone 3 REBOA on vital signs and organ function following traumatic injuries.
- Results showed that while both AO groups improved blood pressure and reduced intracranial pressure compared to the No AO group, Zone 1 caused increased markers of organ dysfunction and clotting issues, suggesting that Zone 3 may be the better option for protecting against these complications.
