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Heart to Heart Mission

For more than 20 years, the IPA has performed life-saving heart surgery on over 400 patients in Santiago, Dominican Republic.

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Honduras Mission

The IPA is working with Duke to expand their heart surgery mission program in Honduras. We have a mission trip planned for mid-May. Stay tuned for more information.

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Your Mission Trip

The IPA will gladly make donations to qualified charitable organizations who perform cardiac surgery mission work for patients in need.

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Every member of our team is an unpaid volunteer, so please take comfort in knowing that 100% of all donated funds go directly to patient care. Your generosity is so very welcome and will help save lives!
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Blue Legs

Evolution of Distal Limb Perfusion Management in Adult Peripheral Venoarterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation with Femoral Artery Cannulation

This narrative review explores the advancements in managing distal limb perfusion in venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) with femoral artery cannulation. Initially, no specialized techniques like distal perfusion cannulae were used, leading to limb ischemia. Recent innovations include prophylactic measures, various cannulation methods, and improved venous drainage techniques to enhance limb perfusion and reduce ischemic complications. Advanced monitoring tools like near-infrared spectroscopy aid in decision-making and management.

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April 23, 2024
LVAD

Escalating Surgical Treatment for Left Ventricular Assist Device Infection and Expected Mortality: Clinical Risk Prediction Score

This study evaluates the mortality risk associated with infections in patients with left ventricular assist devices (LVAD). It highlights the development of a clinical risk prediction score based on factors like diabetes, type of Staphylococcus aureus infection, and treatment approaches including surgical debridement and flap reconstruction. Results indicate varying survival rates based on risk scores, suggesting that tailored surgical interventions may improve outcomes for patients with LVAD infections.

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April 23, 2024
Coronary Clock

High Preoperative Systemic Immune-Inflammation Index Values Significantly Predicted Poor Outcomes After On-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery

A study investigating the role of the systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) in predicting outcomes for patients undergoing on-pump coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery found significant correlations. High preoperative SII values were linked to prolonged surgery and cardiopulmonary bypass times, extended ICU and hospital stays, and increased risks of severe complications such as atrial fibrillation, cardiac arrest, and mortality.

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April 23, 2024
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