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Shielding for Radiation Safety in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions, Ahead of Print.

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Old Dogs Can Learn New Tricks: Reducing Radiation Exposure in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions, Ahead of Print.

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How to Improve Radiation Protection in Interventional Cardiology Procedures

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions, Ahead of Print. The use of ionizing radiation during cardiac catheterization procedures poses risks to patients and medical staff, both directly and indirectly through orthopedic injuries caused by lead aprons.

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Calculating Relative Lung Perfusion Using Fluoroscopic Sequences and Image Analysis: The Fluoroscopic Flow Calculator

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions

Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions, Ahead of Print. Currently, measurement of relative pulmonary perfusion can only be performed outside the catheterization laboratory. BACKGROUND:Maldistribution of pulmonary blood flow in patients with congenital heart disease impacts exertional performance and pulmonary artery growth.

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Abstract 4137708: Implementation of a Standard Hydration Protocol Improves Compliance of Pre-procedural Hydration, Reducing the Incidence of Contrast-Induced Acute Kidney Injury (CI-AKI) After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)

Circulation

Circulation, Volume 150, Issue Suppl_1 , Page A4137708-A4137708, November 12, 2024. Introduction:Intravenous hydration and contrast media volume reduction are the most important preventive factors against CI-AKI after PCI.

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Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Management of the Comatose Adult Patient With an Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Circulation

Circulation, Ahead of Print. The cardiac catheterization laboratory plays an important role in the coordinated Chain of Survival for patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death, accounting for ≈50% of all cardiovascular deaths.

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The First 60 Minutes of a Heart Attack: The Golden Hour

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This indicates that restoring normal blood circulation as quickly as possible will result in less damage. Allow the chest to rise between each compression to ensure proper circulation fully. Exercise offers numerous advantages, including strengthening the heart and improving circulation. Perform rescue breaths twice.