ArticleBrazilian journal of cardiovascular surgery2025
Del Nido vs. Blood Cardioplegia: A Comparative Analysis of Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Patients.
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- Del Nido Cardioplegia in Adult CABG: Clinical and Electrophysiological Advantages.Brazilian journal of cardiovascular surgery · 2026Article
- Modified Del Nido Cardioplegia with a 1:4 Crystalloid-to-Blood Ratio Versus Blood-Based St. Thomas Cardioplegia in Isolated Aortic Valve Replacement.Journal of cardiovascular development and disease · 2026Article
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Abstract
introductionCardioplegia solution, also called the del Nido solution, has been widely used in pediatric cardiac surgeries, and has recently started to be used in adult cardiac surgeries. In this context, this study aimed to investigate the relationship between the use of del Nido and blood cardioplegia solutions and postoperative atrial fibrillation rates in our clinic.
methodsThe study sample comprised 140 patients who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting. The del Nido and blood cardioplegia solutions were used in 70 (50%) patients. The postoperative atrial fibrillation rates of both groups were compared. Additionally, patients' preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative data were evaluated.
resultsThe cardiopulmonary bypass duration and defibrillation rate were lower in the del Nido cardioplegia group than in the blood cardioplegia group (P < 0.001). Atrial fibrillation rates on postoperative days one, five, and 30 were significantly lower in the del Nido cardioplegia group than in the blood cardioplegia group (P < 0.001, P < 0.001, and P = 0.007, respectively).
conclusionThe postoperative atrial fibrillation rate was significantly lower in the del Nido cardioplegia group than in the blood cardioplegia group. In addition, the del Nido cardioplegia solution did not interrupt the surgical flow, thus resulting in less total perfusion, shorter cross-clamping durations, and fewer defibrillation needs. In conclusion, the del Nido cardioplegia solution can be used safely and effectively in coronary artery bypass grafting surgeries.
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