Antithrombin concentrates may benefit cardiopulmonary bypass patients with suspected heparin resistance: A retrospective analysis of real-world data
Bader, S. O., Marinaro, X. F., Stone, G., Lodaya, K., Spears, J. B., & Shander, A. (2023). Antithrombin concentrates may benefit cardiopulmonary bypass patients with suspected heparin resistance: A retrospective analysis of real-world data. Heliyon, 9(9), e19497. doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19497 View article Abstract Background Heparin resistance is a common complication of surgical patients requiring anticoagulation, such as […]
Association of perioperative hypotension with subsequent greater healthcare resource utilization
Stapelfeldt, W. H., Khanna, A. K., Shaw, A. D., Shenoy, A. V., Hwang, S., Stevens, M., & Smischney, N. J. (2021). Association of perioperative hypotension with subsequent greater healthcare resource utilization. Journal of Clinical Anesthesia, 75, 110516. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclinane.2021.110516 View article Abstract Study objective: Determine if perioperative hypotension, a modifiable risk factor, is associated with increased postoperative healthcare resource […]
Evaluating a Novel Hemodialysis Central Venous Catheter Cap in Reducing Bloodstream Infections: A Quality Improvement Initiative
Weiss, S., & Qureshi, M. (2021). Evaluating a Novel Hemodialysis Central Venous Catheter Cap in Reducing Bloodstream Infections: A Quality Improvement Initiative. International Journal of Nephrology and Renovascular Disease, 14, 125–131. https://doi.org/10.2147/IJNRD.S304605 View article Abstract Purpose: Central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is the second leading cause of death in hemodialysis patients. Patients dialyzed via central venous catheters (CVCs) […]