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Establishment of risk nomogram prediction model for venous catheter thrombosis
BackgroundVenous catheters are widely used in clinical practice, but a drawback of their usage is the increased risk of thrombosis.
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Path tracking control of a steerable catheter in transcatheter cardiology interventions
PurposeIntracardiac transcatheter interventions allow for reducing trauma and hospitalization stays as compared to standard surgery. In the treatment...
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Treatment of positive catheter tip culture without bloodstream infections in critically ill patients. A case-cohort study from the OUTCOMEREA network
PurposeThis study aimed to evaluate the impact on subsequent infections and mortality of an adequate antimicrobial therapy within 48 h after catheter...
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In an endotoxaemic model, antibiotic clearance can be affected by different central venous catheter positions, during renal replacement therapy
BackgroundIn intensive care, different central venous catheters (CVC) are often used for infusion of drugs. If a patient is treated with continuous...
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Development and validation of a multivariable model predicting the required catheter dwell time among mechanically ventilated critically ill patients in three randomized trials
BackgroundThe anatomic site for central venous catheter insertion influences the risk of central venous catheter-related intravascular complications....
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Development and validation of a prediction model of catheter-related thrombosis in patients with cancer undergoing chemotherapy based on ultrasonography results and clinical information
Central venous catheters can be used conveniently to deliver medications and improve comfort in patients with cancer. However, they can cause major...
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Novel method of transpulmonary pressure measurement with an air-filled esophageal catheter
BackgroundThere is a strong rationale for proposing transpulmonary pressure-guided protective ventilation in acute respiratory distress syndrome. The...
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Analysis of the success rate of conversion using ibutilide administration in radiofrequency catheter ablation of persistent atrial fibrillation and its effects on postoperative recurrence
ObjectiveTo assess the efficacy of ibutilide administration during radiofrequency catheter ablation of persistent atrial fibrillation (AF), to...
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Self-calibration of C-arm imaging system using interventional instruments during an intracranial biplane angiography
PurposeTo create an accurate 3D reconstruction of the vascular trees, it is necessary to know the exact geometrical parameters of the angiographic...
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Influence factor analysis and prediction model of successful application of high-volume Foley Catheter for labor induction
BackgroundThis study aimed to establish a clinical-based nomogram for predicting the success rate of high-volume Foley catheterization for labor...
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Development and Validation of a Novel Prognostic Model Predicting the Atrial Fibrillation Recurrence Risk for Persistent Atrial Fibrillation Patients Treated with Nifekalant During the First Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation
BackgroundThis study aimed to establish and assess a prediction model for patients with persistent atrial fibrillation (AF) treated with nifekalant...
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Prolonged PR intervals are associated with epicardial adipose tissue and recurrence after catheter ablation in persistent atrial fibrillation
Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) has been reported to promote myocardial fibrosis and to affect intracardiac conduction. The PR interval reflects the...
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Predictors for major in-hospital complications after catheter ablation of ventricular arrhythmias: validation and modification of the Risk in Ventricular Ablation (RIVA) Score
Objective and backgroundCatheter-based treatment of patients with ventricular arrhythmias (VA) reduces VA and mortality in selected patients. With...
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2024 European Heart Rhythm Association/Heart Rhythm Society/Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm Society/Latin American Heart Rhythm Society expert consensus statement on catheter and surgical ablation of atrial fibrillation
In the last three decades, ablation of atrial fibrillation (AF) has become an evidence-based safe and efficacious treatment for managing the most...
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Prediction of central venous catheter-associated deep venous thrombosis in pediatric critical care settings
BackgroundAn increase in the incidence of central venous catheter (CVC)-associated deep venous thrombosis (CADVT) has been reported in pediatric...
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A comparison of hemodynamic measurement methods during orthotopic liver transplantation: evaluating agreement and trending ability of PiCCO versus pulmonary artery catheter techniques
BackgroundSignificant hemodynamic changes occur during liver transplantation, emphasizing the importance of precious and continuous monitoring of...
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A novel smartphone app for blood pressure measurement: a proof-of-concept study against an arterial catheter
Smartphones may provide a highly available access to simplified hypertension screening in environments with limited health care resources. Most...
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Combination of electrophysiological map**, radiofrequency catheter ablation, and atrial appendectomy in a 5-year-old girl with tachycardia-induced cardiomyopathy: a case report
BackgroundAtrial tachycardia (AT) originating from the left atrial appendage (LAA) is uncommon and the most difficult arrhythmia to eliminate....
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In vivo calibration of the T2* cardiovascular magnetic resonance method at 1.5 T for estimation of cardiac iron in a minipig model of transfusional iron overload
BackgroundNon-invasive estimation of the cardiac iron concentration (CIC) by T2* cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) has been validated...
