Multiprofessional Critical Care Review: Adult 2024 (MCCRCA24ON)-Cardiovascular Surgery Complications and Mechanical Devices

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The transcript details a cardiology workshop discussing various complications and treatments in cardiovascular surgery. The speaker provides case studies, including a 65-year-old male with post-operative issues after CABG and aortic valve replacement, highlighting the importance of point-of-care ultrasound and imaging in diagnosing complications like tamponade.<br /><br />Further topics include pacemaker functionality and daily assessments of epicardial wires, emphasizing the significance of AV synchrony in optimizing cardiac output. The speaker also addresses management of postoperative bleeding, cardiac arrest protocols, and vasoplegia treatment using vasopressors.<br /><br />Complications like mitral regurgitation and procedures including the use of intra-aortic balloon pumps, ECMO, and Impella devices are examined, focusing on their indications, contra-indications, and monitoring techniques.<br /><br />Lastly, the transcript emphasizes the importance of understanding the physiology behind assist devices like balloon pumps, especially in patients with complex heart conditions or those awaiting further surgical intervention.

Keywords

cardiovascular surgery

point-of-care ultrasound

postoperative complications

pacemaker functionality

vasopressors

assist devices

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