Combination of continuous irrigation and vacuum-assisted closure is effective for mediastinitis after cardiac surgery in small children.

abstract：:We report two cases of venous cannulation after a total cavopulmonary connection (TCPC) with extracardiac conduit. Venous cannulation was performed via side graft sutured to the extracardiac conduit in an end-to-side fashion. The first case was a 3-year-old girl, who suffered from an atypical inferior vena cava obstru...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Tanoue Y,Masuda M,Eto M,Tominaga R

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pulmonary sequestration is a relatively rare but clinically significant form of congenital broncho-pulmonary foregut malformation. It is characterized by a segment of non-functioning lung parenchyma that receives its blood supply from anomalous systemic arteries. This report shows the role of contrast enhanced three-d...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Sancak T,Cangir AK,Atasoy C,Ozdemir N

更新日期：2003-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to determine the current status of training in cardio-thoracic surgery in Europe and the residents' perception of the effects of the full implementation of the European Working Time Directive (EWTD) on training. We conducted a web-based survey of trainees registered with the European As...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Sádaba JR,Loubani M,Salzberg SP,Myers PO,Siepe M,Sardari Nia P,O'Regan DJ

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Even though significant progress has been made over the past 3 decades, heart failure remains one of the leading causes of mortality and morbidity in developed countries and contributes significantly to the economic burden of modern health care systems. Especially in patients with preserved ejection fraction, valid th...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Westphal JG,Bekfani T,Schulze PC

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A best evidence topic in cardiac surgery was written according to a structured protocol. The question addressed was 'Is cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) drainage of benefit in patients undergoing surgery on the descending thoracic aorta or thoracoabdominal aorta?' Altogether 1177 papers were found using the reported search, ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Bilal H,O'Neill B,Mahmood S,Waterworth P

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Segmental arterial mediolysis is a rare vascular disease that leads to spontaneous intra-abdominal haemorrhage, which causes shock and bowel ischaemia, and is associated with a high mortality rate. Here, we present a case of spontaneous intra-abdominal haemorrhage due to segmental arterial mediolysis in a patient who ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Lee J,Ahn HY,I H,Kim CW

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To improve our understanding of myxomatous degeneration of the valvar tissue as seen in mitral valve prolapse, we have compared the biosynthetic phenotype of the connective tissue cells in myxomatous segments (n=4) resected during surgery with that of homologous segments of normal valves (n=4) harvested in age-matched...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Radermecker MA,Limet R,Lapiere CM,Nusgens B

更新日期：2003-09-01 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：:The aim of this study was to evaluate the prognostic significance of cyclin D1 expression in primary, resected stage I and II non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in Arabs. A longitudinal cohort study of 98 consecutive patients with resected stage I and II NSCLC were evaluated immunohistochemically for the expression of...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： K Ayed A,Adesina A

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A best evidence topic was written according to a structured protocol. The question addressed was whether the reimplantation (David) technique or the remodeling (Yacoub) technique provides the optimum event free survival in patients with an aortic root aneurysm suitable for an aortic valve-sparing operation. In total, ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Rahnavardi M,Yan TD,Bannon PG,Wilson MK

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Coronary vasospasm is a life threatening complication in the early postoperative period after coronary artery bypass grafting. We report a 45-year-old patient with normal preoperative ventricular function who could not be stabilized using established treatments such as: systemic application of glyceryl trinitrate, dil...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Döpfmer UR,Braun JP,Grosse J,Konertz W

更新日期：2005-08-01 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：:Early graft failure (EGF) is a dreaded complication after heart transplantation (HT). Despite several improvements, no effective therapy has been developed and the prognosis is poor. We evaluated the risk factors and clinical impact of EGF. In a consecutive series of 317 HTs performed at a single institution between J...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Amarelli C,De Santo LS,Marra C,Maiello C,Bancone C,Della Corte A,Nappi G,Romano G

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The surgical approach to esophagectomy is variable. A number of factors are considered when determining the optimal approach to esophagectomy: location and extent of disease, fibrosis, additional patient factors and surgeon preference. One of the disadvantages to some approaches is the need for a change in position, w...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： David EA,Marshall MB

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) monotherapy is the standard of care after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), but the benefits of more intense antiplatelet therapy, specifically dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT), require further exploration in CABG patients. We performed a network meta-analysis to compare the ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Gupta S,Belley-Cote EP,Panchal P,Pandey A,Basha A,Pallo L,Rochwerg B,Mehta S,Schwalm JD,Whitlock RP

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The successful removal of a sewing needle from the heart of a 36-year-old female one year after penetration. ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Mandegar MH,Ali Yousefnia M,Rayatzadeh H,Roshanali F

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The HAART ring device has been introduced as a novel strategy to facilitate aortic valve repair. This rigid, elliptical device aims to restore normal leaflet configuration and to provide annular stabilization in the setting of aortic regurgitation. The goal of this preclinical study is to evaluate the in viv...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Andreas M,Russo M,Kuwata S,Cesarovic N,Wang C,Guidotti A,Lipiski M,Rankin JS,Regar E,Taramasso M,Maisano F,Weber A

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors report a 79-year old man with a history of coronary bypass surgery, presenting with acute heart failure and elevated troponin. Coronarography revealed a giant saphenous vein graft aneurysm, which was compressing the left internal mammary artery bypass graft. This was confirmed by a multislice enhanced-ECG ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Van Caenegem O,le Polain de Waroux JB,de Kerchove L,Coche E

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although aortic sarcomas are extremely rare, they may arise in association with a Dacron graft. Here, we report a case of an intimal sarcoma in an ascending aortic Dacron graft implanted 17 years earlier. The patient presented with multiple cerebral infarctions; clinically, a thrombus was found to cause the embolic st...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Natsume K,Shiiya N,Tsuchida T,Nagakura Y

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present an alternative idea for valve-sparing technique combining the advantages of the reimplantation and the benefits of the remodeling techniques. We replace the sinuses of Valsalva using three Dacron skirts from inside of the aorta. The physiological anatomy of the Valsalva sinuses and their dynamic properties ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Ruvolo G,Fattouch K

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pericardial tamponade is a life-threatening emergency. Chyle is a rare cause of pericardial effusion and can lead to cardiac tamponade. This case illustrates the presentation, work-up and operative video of a patient in pericardial tamponade secondary to chylopericardium. ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Liberman M,Klopfenstein JJ

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 50-year-old man with an end-stage cardiac failure was referred to our institution for pre-transplantation assessment. An infrarenal aortic aneurysm (diameter 45 mm) was discovered and progressed (up to 59 mm) over a two-month period. Decision to perform aneurysmectomy with the support of an Impella Recover LP50 micr...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Farhat F,Sassard T,Attof Y,Jegaden O

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Preclinical studies have suggested acute stiffening of the aorta following experimental thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR), resulting in acute elevated pulse pressure, hypertension and possibly heart failure. The aim of this study was to evaluate cardiac remodelling following TEVAR. METHODS:From 20...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Kreibich M,Morlock J,Beyersdorf F,Berger T,Allweier S,Kondov S,Pingpoh C,Czerny M,Siepe M,Rylski B

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Platelet dysfunction followed by thromboembolic as well as bleeding complications are severe events in patients with ventricular assist devices (VADs). Microparticles (MP) are cell vesicles with inflammatory and coagulatory potency that are released by cells during activation and can be used as specific cell activatio...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Diehl P,Aleker M,Helbing T,Sossong V,Beyersdorf F,Olschewski M,Bode C,Moser M

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mitral annular calcification (MAC) is sometimes associated with Carpentier type 2 mitral valve regurgitation and is a challenge to repair. Complete annular decalcification and mitral valve reconstruction is considered the ideal treatment. This report demonstrates the success of chordal replacement and band annuloplast...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Sawazaki M,Tomari S,Izawa N

更新日期：2012-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The use of temporary epicardial pacing wires during cardiac surgery is a routine procedure and has been associated with low morbidity. We describe a rare case of right paracardiac mass due to organized pericardial hematoma with right atrial compression around the epicardial pacing wires left in-situ, presenting three ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Kapoor A,Syal S,Gupta N,Gupta A

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe our experience with extracorporeal cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) using extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) in children with refractory cardiac arrest, and determine predictors for mortality. ECMO support was instituted on 42 children, median age 0.7 years (1 day-17.8 years), median weight 7.05...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Delmo Walter EM,Alexi-Meskishvili V,Huebler M,Redlin M,Boettcher W,Weng Y,Berger F,Hetzer R

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Transthoracic oesophagectomy is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Some oesophageal cancer (OC) patients with serious comorbidities cannot tolerate transthoracic oesophagectomy. Therefore, we have adopted a minimally invasive approach to oesophagectomy for such patients. METHODS:Eighty-five OC pa...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Wang J,Jiang NQ,Jiang B,Wang ZL,Zhang XY

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe right coronary translocation as a simplified surgical procedure for right coronary artery arising from the left sinus with an intramural course. At surgery, the right coronary artery was transected, distal to the intramural segment and subsequently anastomosed to the ascending aorta above the right coronar...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Goda M,Meuris B,Meyns B

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The objective of this study was to assess the learning curve (LC) of robot-assisted lung segmentectomy and to evaluate hospital-related costs. METHODS:We conducted a retrospective study of Robot-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) segmentectomies performed by 1 surgeon during 5 years. Perioperative and medical...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Le Gac C,Gondé H,Gillibert A,Laurent M,Selim J,Bottet B,Varin R,Baste JM

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00