Lung Perfusion With Oxygenated Blood During Aortic Clamping

Lung Perfusion With Oxygenated Blood During Aortic Clamping

Pulmonary dysfunction presumably linked to an inflammatory response is frequent after cardiac operations using cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and pulmonary hypoperfusion.

Aim of the study: To evaluate the protective effect of continuous pulmonary perfusion with oxygenated blood during aortic crossclamping on the inflammatory response.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age 18-80 ys
• Cardiopulmonary bypass procedure
• FEV1 <80%
• COPD >II

Exclusion Criteria:

• Emergency cases