Bailout shunt/banding for backward left heart failure after adequate neonatal coarctectomy in borderline left hearts.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The ability to accurately characterize a pulmonary air leak is an essential skill in chest medicine and surgery. The objective was to evaluate interobserver variability in air leak assessments using analogue and digital pleural drainage systems. METHODS:Air leak severity in lung resection patients with a pu...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： McGuire AL,Petrcich W,Maziak DE,Shamji FM,Sundaresan SR,Seely AJ,Gilbert S

更新日期：2015-10-01 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：:Stage has been defined as the major prognostic factor in resected non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). However, there is some evidence that indicates season of operation could play a role in the survival of patients. Between January 1995 and June 2008, 698 (621 men and 77 women) patients who had undergone pulmonary res...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Turna A,Pekçolaklar A,Metin M,Yaylim I,Gurses A

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:American Heart Association recommendations have changed preoperative management of patients with antiplatelet therapy (APT). We assessed safety and outcomes of surgery in patients who were receiving APT. A prospective study of patients operated on while receiving APT was matched with those with no APT (ratio 1:4), usi...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Bertolaccini L,Terzi A,Rizzardi G,Gorla A,Viti A,Palmisano S,Coletta G

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Penetrating cardiac injury is rare and frequently not survivable. Significant haemorrhage resulting in cardiac tamponade commonly ensues. Such cardiac tamponade is a clear clinical, radiological and sonographic indicator of significant underlying injury. In the absence of cardiac tamponade, diagnosis can be more chall...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Connelly TM,Kolcow W,Veerasingam D,DaCosta M

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The frozen elephant trunk technique is an increasingly common treatment for extensive disease of the thoracic aorta. The objective of the study was to evaluate the outcomes of frozen elephant trunk specifically in chronic (residual) aortic dissections, focusing on downstream aortic remodelling. METHODS:Betw...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Fiorentino M,de Beaufort HWL,Sonker U,Heijmen RH

更新日期：2020-12-12 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：:We report two cases of intrathoracic migration of Steinman wire used for the treatment of the fracture and shoulder dislocation. The migrations were symptomatic with back pain in our cases. The treatment involved removing of the pin via thoracotomy. The postoperative course was uneventful. Intrathoracic migration of S...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Sarper A,Urgüden M,Dertsiz L,Demircan A

更新日期：2003-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Transfusions of blood products can be lifesaving, but they are also associated with considerable risks and adverse effects, including immune response and infections. In cardiac surgery, transfusions have also been associated with increased mortality. We prospectively studied the effects of a structured progr...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Ternström L,Hyllner M,Backlund E,Schersten H,Jeppsson A

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We performed surgical repair of a giant left coronary ostial aneurysm after aortic root replacement using composite valve graft (modified Bentall procedure) in a patient with Marfan syndrome. Aneurysmal formation in the left main stem itself is very rare. In order to avoid mobilizing the coronary ostium from severe ad...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Okamoto K,Casselman FP,De Geest R,Vanermen H

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH), right ventricular (RV) dysfunction is associated with increased morbidity and mortality following pulmonary endarterectomy. Plasma brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) levels were previously shown to correlate with RV (dys)function. We hypothesized that BN...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Surie S,Reesink HJ,van der Plas MN,Hardziyenka M,Kloek JJ,Zwinderman AH,Bresser P

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The radial artery (RA) beside the left internal mammary artery and veins is often used for coronary artery bypass grafting. The aim of this study was to assess arm temperature changes after removal of the radial artery and determine whether there is an effect on hand function. Between April and December 2005, fifty pa...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Jaworski Ł,Siondalski P,Jarmoszewicz K,Rogowski J

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Research concerning cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) management during minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) is scarce. We investigated the effect of CPB parameters such as pump flow, haemoglobin concentration and oxygen delivery on clinical outcome and renal function in a propensity matched comparison betwe...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Vandewiele K,De Somer F,Vandenheuvel M,Philipsen T,Bové T

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Lung carcinoids (LCs) are staged using the non-small-cell lung cancer tumour/node/metastasis staging system; the possibility of an LC-specific staging system is still being debated. The goal of our study was to construct a composite prognostic score for LC. METHODS:From January 2002 to December 2014, data f...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Chiappetta M,Sperduti I,Ciavarella LP,Leuzzi G,Bria E,Mucilli F,Lococo F,Filosso P,Ratto G,Spaggiari L,Facciolo F,Margaritora S

更新日期：2020-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 56-year-old woman with moyamoya disease presented with angina pectoris. Coronary artery stenosis of atherosclerosis origin was resistant to repeated transluminal angioplasty. Coronary artery bypass grafting was performed by minimal invasive direct coronary artery bypass (MIDCAB), avoiding cardiopulmonary bypass and ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Komiyama M,Ishikawa T,Takanashi S,Shimizu Y

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fifty-seven patients were studied over a period of three years to analyse the efficacy of surgical pleurectomy for spontaneous pneumothorax. Thirty-one and 26 patients underwent open and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) pleurectomy, respectively. VATS was the main modality used for primary spontaneous pneum...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Qureshi R,Nugent A,Hayat J,Qureshi M,Norton R

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Preoperative atrial fibrillation (PAF) has been associated with poorer early and mid-term outcomes after isolated valvular or coronary artery bypass graft surgery. Few studies, however, have evaluated the impact of PAF on early and mid-term outcomes after concomitant aortic valve replacement and coronary aor...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Saxena A,Dinh D,Dimitriou J,Reid C,Smith J,Shardey G,Newcomb A

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria is a rare disorder characterized by haemolytic anaemia and pancytopaenia. The use of cardiopulmonary bypass can lead to a haemolytic crisis in patients with paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria due to activation of complement-mediated haemolysis. We report the successful management...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Kusadokoro S,Kimura N,Hori D,Yamaguchi A

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:When a stented bioprosthetic valve is used for aortic valve replacement, the valve stents protruding to the aortic side can interfere with suture tying. To resolve this problem, we developed a novel knot pusher for use on the index finger. This device has a short push rod appropriate for replacing bioprosthetic aortic...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Shibata T,Hattori K,Kato Y,Bito Y

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The 2-stage elephant trunk procedure is widely used to treat extensive disease of the aortic arch and descending thoracic aorta. The 2nd stage of the procedure can be accomplished with both a standard surgical procedure and a retrograde transfemoral endovascular approach using the dangling graft as proximal landing zo...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Agostinelli A,Carino D,Borrello B,Nicolini F

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe the first case of severe palmar hyperhidrosis treated with single-incision subxiphoid thoracoscopic ablative sympathectomy, bilaterally, at T3 level. The single-incision subxiphoid thoracoscopic approach required only a 2-cm incision in the upper abdomen. In addition, the technique does not cause postopera...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Chen JT,Liao CP,Chiang HC,Wang BY

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Cardiac surgical procedures carry a high risk of perioperative bleeding. Surgical sealants are often used to prevent suture line bleeding. PreveLeak™ is a surgical sealant composed of bovine serum albumin, a polyaldehyde cross-linker, and other components that forms a soft, flexible, water-tight, mechanical ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Skorpil J,Paraforos A,Mandak J,Cohn WE,Hajek T,Friedrich I

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:False aortic aneurysm is an uncommon complication after oesophageal perforation and results in a high rate of mortality. A 63-year-old patient presented with acute chest pain. Biochemical tests (cardiac enzymes) and electrocardiogram were normal. A thoracic and abdominal CT scan was performed, and showed a foreign bod...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Berna P,Pequignot A,De Temmerman P,De Dominicis F

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute aortic dissection frequently causes life-threatening organ ischemia. The optimal therapy for acute type-B aortic dissection is still controversial. Early surgery for acute dissections with organ malperfusion is known to carry a high morbidity and mortality. Endovascular treatment, such as stent placement for bra...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Fujita W,Daitoku K,Taniguchi S,Fukuda I

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We herein report an emergency technique of composite Bentall operation using a fast release valve. The technique was successfully performed in 2 emergency cases after failed supracoronary ascending aortic replacement in acute Type A aortic dissection. The speed and ease of execution are the main advantages of the proc...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Neri E,Tucci E,Tommasino G,Muzzi L

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of successful treatment of a mycotic aneurysm of the thoracic aorta. A 65-year-old man with a dissecting aneurysm presented with urinary tract infection. He had a history of severe liver cirrhosis. Two weeks after admission, he had a high-grade fever and enhanced computed tomography (CT) demonstrated ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Takahashi Y,Tsutsumi Y,Monta O,Ohashi H

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 48-year old man presented with chest pain and haemoptysis. Chest computed tomography showed a 60-mm mass in the left upper lobe of the lung, adjacent to the distal aortic arch. Bronchoscopic cytology revealed the presence of malignant cells and, in the absence of evidence of distant metastasis, a thoracotomy was per...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Ichimura H,Kikuchi S,Ozawa Y,Matsuzaki K

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Favourable outcomes with mitral annuloplasty have been achieved with transapical cardioscopic (TAC) surgery in a survival animal model. In addition, experimental TAC on a non-survival animal model also showed adequate access to remove the native mitral valve and implant a prosthetic valve, but the surgical p...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Vu TD,Nguyen DV,Oo MZ,Alaa M,Ocampo EM,Cheyyatraivendran Arularasu S,Wai Win P,Ja'afar N,Si-Guim G,Ong P,Ti LK,Richards AM,Kofidis T

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case of a double-chambered right ventricle in adulthood, in which we tried a detailed morphological assessment and preoperative simulation using 3-dimensional (3D) heart models for improved surgical planning. Polygonal object data for the heart were constructed from computed tomography images of this pati...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Shirakawa T,Koyama Y,Mizoguchi H,Yoshitatsu M

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The impact of etiology of associated mitral valve regurgitation and a valve procedure on operative and long-term outcomes after coronary bypass grafting surgery is yet to be clearly defined. Results of combined coronary artery bypass grafting and valve procedures for mitral valve regurgitation were retrospectively ana...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Sirivella S,Gielchinsky I

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00