title: Technical considerations in the use of the membrane oxygenator (Lande'-Edwards) for open heart surgery.
abstract: Experience has shown that successful cardio-pulmonary bypass depends upon an efficient oxygenator which causes minimum blood damage. Experience with 1,600 Lande'-Edwards membrane oxygenators in more than 1,000 patients has led to the development of a simple and safe routine for their use in open heart surgery. The circuitry, method of preparation for perfusion, and management of perfusion are described in detail.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D006348:Cardiac Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods; D002315:Cardiopulmonary Bypass; D002648:Child; D005112:Extracorporeal Circulation; D006801:Humans; D010107:Oxygenators, Membrane / Q000009:adverse effects