Perfusion in the Cardiac OR: What, Where, Why, and When – Unraveling the Essentials with Meetali Mahendrakar
- Sherri White
- Feb 12
- 1 min read
During the February 11, 2025, Quality Committee call, special guest, Meetali Mahendrakar, a Clinical Quality Abstractor at Mass General Brigham delivered a highly informative session on cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) and perfusion techniques. Her presentation provided a deep dive into cannulation strategies, perfusion management, and the crucial role of cardioplegia in protecting the heart during surgery.
Key Takeaways from the Presentation
💡 Understanding Cardiopulmonary Bypass (CPB) – Meetali explained how CPB functions to support circulation and oxygenation during complex cardiac surgeries.
🩺 Cannulation Techniques & Perfusion Equipment – She detailed various arterial and venous cannulation methods, emphasizing the differences between single-stage, double-stage, and bicaval cannulation.
❤️ Cardioplegia & Myocardial Protection – The discussion covered antegrade vs. retrograde cardioplegia delivery, its composition, and how different solutions impact surgical outcomes.
📊 Data Abstraction & Documentation – Meetali addressed best practices for abstracting perfusion data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with registry reporting standards.
This session was essential for perfusionists, data managers, and surgical teams, offering practical insights into optimizing CPB techniques and improving patient outcomes.
Access the Recording: Click the link below to watch Meetali Mahendrakar’s insightful presentation, Perfusion in the Cardiac OR: What, Where, Why, and When, Part 1 at your convenience!
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