Routine continuous perfusion for aortic arch reconstruction in the neonate

Semin Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Pediatr Card Surg Annu. 2008:57-60. doi: 10.1053/j.pcsu.2007.12.004.

Abstract

Continuous perfusion has evolved over the past 15 years as a viable cerebral protection strategy for neonatal aortic arch reconstruction. It presents an attractive alternative to deep hypothermic circulatory arrest. However, because of its relatively recent development, a standardized technique for its application is lacking. Here we describe our approach for continuous perfusion for repairs of the aortic arch based on experience with over 700 cases.

MeSH terms

  • Aorta, Thoracic / abnormalities*
  • Aorta, Thoracic / surgery*
  • Brain Injury, Chronic / etiology
  • Brain Injury, Chronic / prevention & control*
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass / adverse effects
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass / instrumentation
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass / methods*
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures*