Patient-centered cardiopulmonary bypass concepts.
This review outlines and discusses the newest technologies used for cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) including changes in pump technology, oxygenators, filters, and priming. In addition, evidence-based and experience-based procedures are presented in line with the recommendations given on what CPB-related practices are safe and effective.
Wildhirt
Stephen M
SM
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, German Heart Center Munich, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany. wildhirt@gmx.net
D002315:Cardiopulmonary Bypass / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods* / Q000639:trends*; D006801:Humans; D018802:Patient-Centered Care / Q000379:methods / Q000639:trends*