Moderne Konzepte der Kardioplegie

Solutions for the induction of cardioplegic cardiac arrest have existed for decades. Since the inception of cardiac surgery, the patient population and the concepts for cardioprotection have changed.

Presentation of modern concepts for cardioplegia considering the changing patient population.

Description and analysis of past and current developments of cardioplegic solutions based on the literature.

The principles of the induction of cardioplegic cardiac arrest have existed for over 50 years. Hyperkalemic depolarizing solutions have dominated the field so far. Polarizing cardioplegic solutions also exist, allowing the surgeon to perform a long procedure without interruptions.

Modern concepts of cardioplegia predominantly focus on enabling long, complex surgical procedures without repetitive administrations.