Elevated anti-cholesterol antibody levels in the sera of non-small cell lung cancer patients.

abstract：:Wound breakdown is a serious complication of median sternotomy. This is generally met with a further attempt at surgical apposition using sutures of monofilament surgical steel, following wound debridement. This often fails. The aim of this article is to demonstrate one surgeon's experience in his revised management o...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Doyle AJ,Large SR,Murphy F

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This retrospective study was carried out to evaluate the indications for and outcomes of the hemiclamshell (HCS) approach (longitudinal partial sternotomy with antero-lateral thoracotomy) in patients undergoing mass resection in thoracic surgery. All patients (50) who underwent a HCS procedure in our department, betwe...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Lebreton G,Baste JM,Thumerel M,Delcambre F,Velly JF,Jougon J

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fontan operation and importance of fenestration in the treatment of unusual and complex forms of double outlet right ventricle (DORV) are well established. Nonetheless, rarely, the creation of fenestration becomes challenging in complex morphologies. We present one such child with situs solitus, dextrocardia, DORV, hy...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Salve GG,Jain SA,Adnaik A,Shivaprakash K

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Reconstructions of the chest wall using commercially available artificial metallic rib systems are gaining in popularity. The MatrixRib system involves use of plates and screws to bridge any defect and provide support for the chest wall following resection. So far, there has been no publication focusing on describing ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Ng CS,Ho AM,Lau RW,Wong RH

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Insertion of a nasogastric tube, though a common clinical procedure, can produce unexpected complications. We sought to analyse the procedure, and explore means to improve its safety. METHODS:We present a case with a thoracic complication. We review the English literature for the range of complications, and...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Pillai JB,Vegas A,Brister S

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to identify and evaluate predictors of postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) in a large coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) cohort. This was a single centre study of 7115 consecutive patients with preoperative sinus rhythm who underwent isolated CABG between January 1996 and Decem...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Thorén E,Hellgren L,Jidéus L,Ståhle E

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Postoperative lobar torsion is a life-threatening complication of pulmonary resection. To prevent this complication, pulmonary lobe fixation has been proposed. We present here a new technique of middle lobe fixation after right upper lobectomy, using TachoComb, a collagen fleece coated with fibrin glue. This technique...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Higashiyama M,Takami K,Higaki N,Kodama K

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Sutureless and rapid-deployment valves were recently introduced into clinical practice. The Edwards INTUITY valve system is a combination of the Edwards Magna pericardial valve and a subvalvular stent-frame to enable rapid deployment. We performed a parallel cohort study for comparison of the two valve types...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Andreas M,Wallner S,Habertheuer A,Rath C,Schauperl M,Binder T,Beitzke D,Rosenhek R,Loewe C,Wiedemann D,Kocher A,Laufer G

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:We sought to evaluate the effect of centre volume on survival when extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is used as a bridge to lung transplantation (LTx). METHODS:We performed a retrospective analysis of the United Network for Organ Sharing data on adult lung transplantations performed between 2000 an...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Hayanga JW,Lira A,Aboagye JK,Hayanga HK,D'Cunha J

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An 8-year-old with a known diagnosis of an asymptomatic coronary artery fistula (CAF) presented with exertional syncope and haemopericardium due to contained rupture of CAF. A transcatheter closure was attempted, but the fistula ruptured again prompting emergency surgical repair. Spontaneous rupture is a catastrophic ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Desai MH,Olivieri LJ,Ramakrishnan KV,Downing TE

更新日期：2020-12-24 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, we included 236 patients with ischemic heart failure and ejection fraction (EF) <35% who underwent surgical treatment. Patients were randomized in two groups. There were 116 patients who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) with surgical ventricular reconstruction (SVR) and 120 patients who ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Marchenko A,Chernyavsky A,Efendiev V,Volokitina T,Karaskov A

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cystic echinococcosis is an endemic parasitic infestation caused by the larval stage of Echinococcus granulosus. Although infestation of any part of human body can occur, isolated cardiac involvement is uncommon. We present a case of isolated hydatidosis involving the ascending aorta. ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Tosya A,Uymaz B,Celebi S,Aybek T

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Left ventricular free wall rupture (LVFWR) is still an uncommon catastrophic complication after acute myocardial infarction (MI), and it is one of the most frequent causes of sudden cardiac death. Immediate surgical repair is the treatment of choice. When LVFWR presents acutely with tamponade and cardiogenic shock in ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Formica F,Corti F,Avalli L,Paolini G

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Despite all the advances in cardiac surgery, atrial fibrillation (AF) remains a common postoperative complication with unclear predisposing factors. Postoperative AF is often a short-lived and a self-limiting condition, but can result in debilitating and even lethal consequences. The aim of this study is to ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Attaran S,Shaw M,Bond L,Pullan MD,Fabri BM

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Open repair of aortic aneurysm causes spinal cord perfusion pressure to decrease due to the steal phenomenon from the bleeding of intercostal arteries and cross-clamping of the aorta. We attempted to perfuse the intercostal arteries for preoperative detection of the artery of Adamkiewicz using newly developed catheter...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Kawaharada N,Ito T,Koyanagi T,Harada R,Hyodoh H,Kurimoto Y,Watanabe A,Higami T

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We evaluated the impact of major complications on clinical outcome in a series of patients undergoing endovascular repair (EVAR) of descending thoracic aorta. From March 2001 to June 2005, 51 patients underwent EVAR for descending aortic diseases. Thirty-five were treated in emergency (60.7%) and 41 (80.4%) were in II...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Di Tommaso L,Monaco M,Mottola M,Piscione F,Pantaleo A,Pinna GB,Stassano P,Iannelli G

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In the belief that stress is the main determinant of leaflet quality deterioration, we sought to evaluate the effect of annular and/or sino-tubular junction dilatation on leaflet stress. A finite element computer-assisted stress analysis was used to model four different anatomic conditions and analyse the co...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Weltert L,de Tullio MD,Afferrante L,Salica A,Scaffa R,Maselli D,Verzicco R,De Paulis R

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A best evidence topic in cardiac surgery was written according to a structured protocol. The question addressed was: Does the use of thiopental provide added cerebral protection during deep hypothermic circulatory arrest (DHCA)? Altogether, more than 62 papers were found using the reported search, of which 7 represent...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Al-Hashimi S,Zaman M,Waterworth P,Bilal H

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ideal timing and optimal management of surgical repair for isolated complete atrioventricular septal defect (CAVSD) still remains controversial. To determine outcomes after the surgical repair of CAVSD, we reviewed 100 consecutive patients who underwent complete repair at our institute between January 1992 and Aug...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Kobayashi M,Takahashi Y,Ando M

更新日期：2007-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) stimulates systemic and pulmonary inflammation. Modified ultrafiltration (MUF) mitigates deleterious CPB effects by unclear mechanisms. We evaluated pulmonary inflammation in piglets undergoing CPB followed by MUF. Twenty-four piglets underwent 60 min of hypothermic CPB. MUF subjects (n=12...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Atkins BZ,Danielson DS,Fitzpatrick CM,Dixon P,Petersen RP,Carpenter AJ

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Delirium is a common and critical clinical syndrome in older patients. We examined whether abnormalities in the brain that could be assessed by magnetic resonance imaging predisposed patients to develop delirium after coronary artery bypass graft surgery. We also analysed the association between delirium and...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Otomo S,Maekawa K,Goto T,Baba T,Yoshitake A

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In an effort to improve the current lung cancer treatment outcomes in Britain, National guidelines were published followed by the introduction of National Lung Cancer Audit (LUCADA) project. LUCADA has defined active treatment as any therapeutic intervention with the aim of improving the quality or length of patients'...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Devbhandari MP,Joshi V,Barber P,Krysiak P,Shah R,Jones MT

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to assess the safety and effectiveness of our selective antegrade brain perfusion (SABP) strategy, which is characterized by moderate hypothermic and low-pressure management under pH-stat using a completely closed cardiopulmonary bypass circuit with a single centrifugal pump. METHO...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Ito H,Mizumoto T,Sawada Y,Fujinaga K,Tempaku H,Yamamoto Y,Tsutsui K,Shimpo H

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Oesophageal cancer presents as advanced disease; in the majority of patients the symptoms are present for many months prior to diagnosis. Dysphagia has been described as the key to an early diagnosis of oesophageal cancer. This study aims to assess the public perception of the importance of this symptom. Ninety-six pa...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Tentzeris V,Lake B,Cherian T,Milligan J,Sigurdsson A

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Type-B aortic dissection in a patient affected by Takayasu disease is a rarely described condition and its management can be challenging. A 47-year-old woman with Takayasu aortitis and previous aortic valve and ascending aorta replacement was admitted to hospital for type-B aortic dissection. The recent instabilizatio...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Rizza A,De Caterina AR,Palmieri C,Berti S

更新日期：2021-01-22 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aimed to investigate the characteristics of a reduced right ventricular distensibility after heart transplant. METHODS:This study enrolled 64 adult patients who underwent heart transplant at our institution. The degree of right ventricular distensibility was quantified by calculating the differen...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Nakamura Y,Yoshioka D,Asanoi H,Miyagawa S,Yoshikawa Y,Hata H,Sakaniwa R,Toda K,Sawa Y

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Based on continuous technical innovations and recent research, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) has become a promising tool in the treatment of patients with acute (cardio)pulmonary failure. Nevertheless, any extracorporeal technique requires a high degree of experience and knowledge, so that a res...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Lunz D,Philipp A,Judemann K,Amann M,Foltan M,Schmid C,Graf B,Zausig YA

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sternal wound infections occur with an incidence between 0.4 and 5% in the adult as well as the pediatric population. However, in contrast to the adults, established treatment options do not exist in the pediatric population. We evaluated our preliminary results with 3 neonates, respectively, small infants (mean age 2...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Fleck T,Simon P,Burda G,Wolner E,Wollenek G

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:B-type natriuretic peptide is synthesized in response to increased ventricular wall stress (WS) and hypertrophy. To serially evaluate amino-terminal-pro-BNP (NT-pBNP) serum levels in patients undergoing aortic valve replacement (AVR) for severe chronic aortic regurgitation (AR), blood samples were drawn preoperatively...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Della Corte A,Salerno G,Chiosi E,Iarussi D,Santarpino G,Miraglia M,Naviglio S,De Feo M

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prognosis for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with chest wall invasion can vary due to the heterogeneous nature of the cell population. Because NSCLC with large tumors (>7 cm) have been reclassified as T3, the applicability of the new designation must be evaluated. We reviewed 140 patients with chest wall T3 an...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Suzuki M,Yoshida S,Moriya Y,Hoshino H,Mizobuchi T,Okamoto T,Yoshino I

更新日期：2010-10-01 00:00:00