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Cardiovascular ultrasound has played a key role in the evolution of early diagnosis of structural heart disease, led by a technology pioneered by Philips: the ‘transesophageal echocardiography’ (TEE) ultrasound transducer. TEE helps cardiologists by providing highly detailed images of the heart and its internal structures.
ObjectiveApproximately 10%–70% of patients may develop diaphragmatic dysfunction after cardiac surgery, which may lead to delayed weaning from mechanical ventilation, increased ICU stays, postoperative hospitalization stays, and respiratory complications. However, its impact on prognosis and risk factors remain controversy.
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Cannulation is performed in a mobile ICU under mechanical CPR, with ultrasound-guided cannulation as the first choice. Cannulation was performed percutaneously under ultrasound guidance, with an average cannulation time of 9.5 Additionally, witness presence, bystander CPR, and blood gas analysis are considered.
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