Simplified aortic cannulation.
Cannulation of the ascending aorta for cardiopulmonary bypass can be complicated by excessive bleeding or improper (too low) placement. A simple method of cannulation that avoids these problems is presented. This technique has been utilized in more than 1,000 patients without untoward complications.
D001011:Aorta; D002315:Cardiopulmonary Bypass / Q000379:methods*; D002404:Catheterization / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans