Key Points 1. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) continues to experience a profound expansion as therapy for acute cardiopulmonary failure. 2. Advancements in equipment and improvements in techniques and management have led to improved outcomes for patients undergoing ECMO. 3. Venoarterial…
Key Points 1. The cardiac catheterization laboratory (CCL) has evolved from a purely diagnostic facility to a therapeutic one in which many facets of cardiovascular disease can be effectively modified or treated. Despite improvements in equipment, the quality of the…
Key Points 1. Perioperative cardiac morbidity is multifactorial, and understanding the predictive risk factors helps define the risk for individual patients. 2. Assessment of myocardial injury is based on the integration of information from myocardial imaging, electrocardiography, and serum biomarkers.…