A simple technique for retrograde cerebral perfusion during circulatory arrest.
We describe a simple and safe technique for achieving retrograde cerebral perfusion via a small coronary sinus type catheter placed in the superior vena cava. This method is especially useful when the need for circulatory arrest is first recognized intraoperatively and a single two-stage venous cannula has already been placed for cardiopulmonary bypass. The advantages of this technique over other currently employed methods for retrograde cerebral perfusion are discussed.
Cope
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Department of Surgery, University of Virginia Health Sciences Center, Charlottesville, USA.
Tribble
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Komorowski
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D001921:Brain / Q000098:blood supply*; D006328:Cardiac Catheterization; D006324:Heart Arrest, Induced; D006801:Humans; D010477:Perfusion / Q000379:methods*