Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery After Median Sternotomy for Cardiac Surgery.

abstract：:The venous side of the systemic vascular circulation returns the left ventricular cardiac output in a converging fashion to the superior and inferior vena cava and hence to the right atrium. Oxygenated blood is returned to the left atrium. The volumes of these 2 systems are in balance in a normal physiologic state. ...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Bennett WF,Altaf F,Deslauriers J

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Esophageal cancer requires a multimodality treatment approach, with surgical resection a key component in many cases. When it comes to esophagectomy, several approaches and techniques exist, including transhiatal versus transthoracic and open versus minimally invasive. Each approach has its associated risks and advant...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Witek TD,Melvin TJ,Luketich JD,Sarkaria IS

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of chronic pain after thoracic surgery is a particularly undesirable yet common complication. As the study of the pathophysiology of chronic pain with regard to the plasticity of the central nervous system advances, new insights are being gained into not only the potential origins of chronic postthorac...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Erdek MA,Staats PS

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:European studies have contributed significantly to the understanding of lung cancer screening. Smoking within screening, quality of life, nodule management, minimally invasive treatments, cancer prevention programs, and risk models have been extensively investigated by European groups. Mortality data from European scr...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Veronesi G

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Arterial thoracic outlet syndrome is rare and may be associated with a bony anomaly. Patient presentation can range from mild arm discoloration and claudication to severe limb-threatening ischemia. For patients with subclavian artery dilation without secondary complications, thoracic outlet decompression and arterial ...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Nguyen LL,Soo Hoo AJ

更新日期：2021-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The literature shows that, in the hands of experienced thoracoscopic surgeons, VL is a safe operation that offers patients at least comparable complication and survival rates compared with lobectomy by thoracotomy. VL can be performed safely with proven advantages over conventional thoracotomy for lobectomy: smaller i...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Mahtabifard A,DeArmond DT,Fuller CB,McKenna RJ Jr

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recurrent symptomatic paraesophageal hernias (PEHs) can lead to significant morbidity if untreated. Surgical treatment of recurrent PEH can pose a great challenge. Several different surgical options are available and need to be considered on an individual basis. Before embarking on the repair of a recurrent hernia, a ...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Witek TD,Luketich JD,Pennathur A,Awais O

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nerve injuries can cause substantial morbidity after thoracic surgical procedures. These injuries are preventable, provided that the surgeon has a thorough understanding of the anatomy and follows important surgical principles. When nerve injuries occur, it is important to recognize the options available in the immedi...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Auchincloss HG,Donahue DM

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Tracheobronchomalacia is an uncommon acquired disorder of the central airways. Common symptoms include dyspnea, constant coughing, inability to raise secretions, and recurrent respiratory infections. Evaluation includes an inspiratory-expiratory chest CT (dynamic CT), an awake functional bronchoscopy, and pulmonary fu...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Wright CD

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Adequate lymphadenectomy represents a fundamental procedure in lung cancer surgery for accurate staging and potential survival benefit. Various techniques are used in current surgical practice for the intraoperative lymph node removal associated with pulmonary resection, without definitive indications concerning the p...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： D'Andrilli A,Venuta F,Rendina EA

更新日期：2012-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With appropriate planning and operative technique, the risk of pulmonary artery injury and bleeding during video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) lobectomy can be minimized. However, the risk cannot be completely eliminated; surgeons should always ensure that they are prepared to manage this situation if it occur...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Berry MF

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite advances in treatment, long-term outcomes for esophageal cancer remain poor, with overall survival rates of between 15% and 35%. Poor long-term survival reflects locoregionally advanced disease or metastatic disease at presentation. Among patients undergoing surgical resection, 40% to 50% have stage III diseas...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Paul S,Altorki N

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Benign stenosis of trachea results mainly from tracheotomy, ventilation, or trauma. The combination of a defect of the mucosa or the tracheal wall and infection produce secondary scar tissue healing with shrinkage of the tracheal lumen or instability of the tracheal wall. Standard of treatment consists of resection of...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Stoelben E,Koryllos A,Beckers F,Ludwig C

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:MDCT using thin collimation and postprocessing techniques, such as multiplanar reformations along and perpendicular to the central axes of the central airways, and volume rendering techniques, such as virtual bronchoscopy and virtual bronchography, has become the imaging modality of choice for the diagnosis of nonneop...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Grenier PA,Beigelman-Aubry C,Brillet PY

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hydatid disease is caused by the parasite Echinococcus granulosus. The liver and the lungs are common sites. When a cystic lesion is seen on CT scan, diagnosis is made based on the patient having lived in an endemic area. Serologic tests are used for differential diagnosis. Medical treatment is centered on albendazole...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Halezeroglu S,Okur E,Tanyü MO

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Development of postpneumonectomy empyema with bronchopleural fistula is a life-threatening condition that requires prompt action. Although measures should be taken to prevent bronchopleural fistula at time of pneumonectomy, many patients experience this complication. Management focuses on drainage of the pleural space...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Bribriesco A,Patterson GA

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With continually increasing health care costs and limited medical resources, there has been increasing focus on shortening hospital stays. Many medical and nonmedical reasons can lead to a delay in hospital discharge after thoracic surgery despite technically successful procedures; common obstacles include inadequate ...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Lin J,Iannettoni MD

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In summary, from the different alternatives to conventional hospitalization developed in the last decades, outpatient surgery has been the one with the greatest growth. However, only few studies have been reported on thoracic surgery and there is still great potential for an increase in outpatient thoracic surgery. Th...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Molins L,Fibla JJ,Mier JM,Sierra A

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Assessment for thoracic surgery in elderly patients should be based on physiologic rather than chronologic age. Thoracic surgery has been shown to be safe in selected elderly patients, and age should not be a contraindication to a therapy that offers the best chance of cure for patients with early-stage cancer. A targ...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Bravo-Iñiguez C,Perez Martinez M,Armstrong KW,Jaklitsch MT

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Most cases of hemothorax are related to blunt or penetrating chest trauma. Criteria for surgical intervention for initial hemothorax are well defined. Appropriate management of retained hemothorax following initial trauma management is critical, and the best approach remains controversial. Spontaneous hemothorax is mu...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Broderick SR

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Almost a half of patients diagnosed with nonesmall-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) present with incurable disease, and a significant number of patients who are treated with curative intent for early-stage disease will eventually recur. Systemic therapy is selected based on tumor histology, squamous versus nonsquamous NSCLC, ...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Horn L,Cass AS

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article focuses on new materials available to thoracic surgeons for the reconstruction of chest wall defects. Each surgeon is called to select the best reconstructive strategy based on the disease for which the resection is needed, the possible extension to adjacent structures, the availability of professional co...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Rocco G

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nanotechnology is an emerging field with potential as an adjunct to cancer therapy, particularly thoracic surgery. Therapy can be delivered to tumors in a more targeted fashion, with less systemic toxicity. Nanoparticles may aid in diagnosis, preoperative characterization, and intraoperative localization of thoracic t...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Digesu CS,Hofferberth SC,Grinstaff MW,Colson YL

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The few long-term survivors of MPM have been cured with radical surgical extirpation often followed by radiation therapy and adjuvant chemotherapy. The combination of pemetrexed and cisplatin recently was shown to improve survival over treatment with cisplatin alone. Given the size and robustness of that trial, the co...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Vogelzang NJ

更新日期：2004-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Concerns regarding the sequelae of neoadjuvant chemotherapy or chemoradiotherapy on the pleural space and tissue planes had previously deterred the application of video-assisted thoracoscopic (VATS) lobectomy for patients who underwent neoadjuvant therapy. As experience with VATS has increased, however, its applicatio...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Mollberg NM,Mulligan MS

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical education in 2019 faces may challenges to maintain the high standards of excellence achieved in prior generations of learners and trainers in cardiothoracic surgery. This compendium hopes to review the current and future strategies in surgical education. The topics include the adult learner, assessing compete...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Verrier ED

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgery has proven superiority over medical management for patients with nonthymomatous myasthenia gravis. The key is complete resection of the gland, which can be achieved with various techniques. The uniportal video-assisted transcervical technique allows minimally invasive surgery with a low complication rate, a go...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Lemaître PH,Keshavjee S

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stage IVA disease can be de novo disease or more commonly represent recurrent disease. The pleura is the most common site of relapse after thymoma resection. Local pleural disease is usually simply resected. This is usually combined with either induction or adjuvant chemotherapy. The ultimate extended surgery for adva...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Wright CD

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article summarizes the pertinent points of tracheal and bronchial anatomy, including the relationships to surrounding structures. Tracheal and bronchial anatomy is essential knowledge for the thoracic surgeon, and an understanding of the anatomic relationships surrounding the airway is crucial to the safe perform...

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Minnich DJ,Mathisen DJ

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Practically, hiatal hernias are divided into sliding hiatal hernias (type I) and PEH (types II, III, or IV). Patients with PEH are usually symptomatic with GERD or obstructive symptoms, such as dysphagia. Rarely, patients present with acute symptoms of hernia incarceration, such as severe epigastric pain and retching....

journal_title：Thoracic surgery clinics

authors： Schieman C,Grondin SC

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00