Blood cot survivor Linda Potthoff defies the odds after massive pulmonary embolism

When a massive saddle pulmonary embolism stopped her heart, Linda Potthoff nearly lost everything. After 45 minutes of CPR and life-saving ECMO treatment, she’s walking proof that speaking up — and ...

The Critical Decision: Weighing a Second Heart Transplant for a Young Patient

There are three main factors, according to protocols from the National Transplant Center, that are examined to decide the allocation of a transplant organ and the feasibility of the ...
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Cincinnati Cardiac Crisis Patients Get New Lifeline as TriHealth Fires Up ECMO

TriHealth’s program is "one of a handful in the region" now using ECMO, and getting a patient onto the machine fast can mean the difference between life and death, TriHealth cardiothoracic surgeon Dr.
IEEE

Beta k-Means: Accelerating k-Means Using Probabilistic Cluster Filtering

Abstract: Lloyd k-means is a widely used clustering algorithm. The Hamerly and Annulus algorithms are faster versions of the Lloyd k-means, employing the triangle inequality to skip unnecessary ...
IEEE

A Continuous, Real-Time Coagulation State Monitor for ECMO Patients

Abstract: For patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), clot formation is a critical complication requiring high-risk circuit changes. Blood tests used to assess clotting risk ...
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What the end of temporary protected status means for Haitians in Ohio

Springfield has drawn national attention because of its large Haitian community. Now, a major change from Homeland Security is raising new questions. 'Grieving together': 3 players on Alberta junior ...