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Rohan Magoon1, Ramesh Kashav1, Jes Jose2
1Department of Cardiac Anaesthesia, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences (ABVIMS) and Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital, Baba Kharak Singh Marg, New Delhi, India.
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This study proposes a 3H trilogy (Hypoxia-Hemolysis-Hyperinflammation) to explain how COVID-19 impacts cardiac surgery patients. Understanding this link aids perioperative management for better patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Critical Care Medicine
Background:
- Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) positivity presents unique challenges in cardiac surgery patients.
- The precise mechanisms linking COVID-19 infection to adverse cardiac surgical outcomes remain under investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the pathophysiological mechanisms connecting cardiopulmonary bypass and COVID-19 infection in cardiac surgery.
- To propose a framework for improved perioperative management strategies.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual framework development based on existing literature.
- Integration of known physiological effects of cardiopulmonary bypass and COVID-19.
Main Results:
- Introduction of the 3H trilogy: Hypoxia, Hemolysis, and Hyperinflammation as key interacting factors.
- Hypothesized interplay between cardiopulmonary bypass-induced stress and COVID-19 pathophysiology.
Conclusions:
- The 3H trilogy offers a novel perspective on COVID-19's impact on cardiac surgery.
- A pathophysiology-driven approach can enhance perioperative care for these complex patients.
Abstract:
While the fraternity continues to ponder on the mechanisms by which coronavirus disease (COVID-19) positivity affects the outcome of cardiac surgical subset, we put forth a 3H (Hypoxia-Hemolysis-Hyperinflammation) trilogy aimed at elucidating the liaison between cardiopulmonary bypass (commonly employed for cardiac surgical conduct) and COVID-19 infection. A sound comprehension of the same can doubtlessly assist the perioperative team in staging a well-directed pathophysiology-driven management approach.
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