Talk : First Regional Ex Situ animal model Heart Perfusion: A Milestone Toward Heart Transplantation in Egypt

This video documents the first regional ex situ animal model heart perfusion in Egypt and the Middle East, marking a significant milestone toward advancing heart transplantation programs. The pioneering technique is presented by Prof. Ashraf Abouelela, MBBCH, MSc, MD, Consultant Cardiac Surgeon (Michigan, USA), who outlines the experimental methodology, scientific rationale, and translational research potential of extracorporeal heart perfusion. The discussion highlights its role in bridging advanced heart and lung failure management with future transplant readiness through multidisciplinary academic collaboration.

Instructors

Professor of Cardiac Surgery

Mansoura University

Professor of Cardiac Surgery, Vice Manager of CVSC, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt

MD Consultant Cardiac Surgeon

Michigan, USA

MBBCH, MSc. , MD Consultant Cardiac Surgeon Michigan, USA

Consultant Cardiac Surgeon

Mansoura University

Consultant Cardiac Surgeon - Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery - Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Center (CVSC) - Mansoura University