Is elective hypothermic circulatory arrest to address aortic pathology safe for the elderly?
In this study, elderly patients faired well with HCA compared to younger patients. These data suggest that the use of HCA is safe in selected elderly patients. Elderly patients should be considered for indicated procedures of the aortic valve, ascending aorta, and aortic arch regardless of age.
The presence of an EM residency training program is associated with favorable EP credentialing characteristics in the Kansas City metropolitan area. This information may prove useful to institutions attempting to establish EM training programs in areas where none currently exist.