An endoscopic repair of residual post-myocardial infarction ventricular septal defect.

abstract：:Pleural lavage cytology (PLC) has been reported to be a significant prognostic factor in patients with operable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). PLC may detect micro metastasis in patients without apparent pleural effusion or dissemination. Although many studies have reported PLC as a good predictor of postoperativ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Nakamura T,Suzuki K,Mochizuki T,Ohde Y,Kobayashi H,Nakamura H,Toyoda F

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Postoperative infections are still an important problem in cardiac surgery, especially in the paediatric population, and may influence the final outcome of congenital heart disease treatment. Postoperative infections with fungi are uncommon. The aetiology is poorly understood, and the proper diagnosis and tr...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Jaworski R,Haponiuk I,Irga-Jaworska N,Chojnicki M,Steffens M,Paczkowski K,Zielinski J

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Patients requiring redo cardiac surgery for diseased heart valves other than mitral valves may show increased pressure gradients and reduced valve areas of previously placed mechanical mitral valves due to subvalvular pannus formation. We treated four women who had mechanical mitral valves inserted greater than or equ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Kim JH,Kim TY,Choi JB,Kuh JH

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Valved stents are new land for cardiac surgeons even though they are being used more frequently by interventional disciplines. This paper presents simple steps to build a patient-specific pulmonary valved stent and its delivery device. The design concept was tested by random participants at a med-tech meeting. The val...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Huber CH,Marty B,von Segesser LK

更新日期：2007-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to compare the results of elective composite (C) vs. David (D) operations in patients requiring additional aortic arch surgery using hypothermic circulatory arrest (HCA) and selective antegrade cerebral perfusion (SACP), with the focus on postoperative neurological outcome and quality o...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Khaladj N,Ismail I,Shrestha M,Peterss S,Pichlmaier M,Kallenbach K,Haverich A,Hagl C

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report the case of a lung abscess due to Prevotella baroniae with a co-infection by Abiotrophia defective, which is a 'nutritionally variant streptococci' (NVS), in a 48-year-old patient. The delayed diagnosis of this co-infection led to multiple failures of medical treatment and need for surgery. Pathogenicity of ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Onorati I,Guiraudet P,Billard-Pomares T,Martinod E

更新日期：2020-12-07 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The goal of this study was to describe non-supervised daily physical activity in patients during the period immediately following anatomical lung resection. METHODS:The study was an observational study on 50 consecutive patients (33 men) admitted for anatomical lung resection over a 4-month period. All case...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Esteban PA,Hernández N,Novoa NM,Varela G

更新日期：2017-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Sternal marrow haemostasis is often obtained with the application of bone wax, with potential side effects pertaining to sternal wound healing. We illustrate an alternative technique which also offers some protection to sternal edges. Two lengths of tubing from the discarded cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) circuit are cu...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Aratari C,Manché A,Ferretti L,Fusella M

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An aorto-oesophageal fistula is a rare, life-threatening complication caused by sharp foreign bodies in the oesophagus. We report an aorto-oesophageal fistula in the inferior segment of thoracic oesophagus caused by a fish bone. Multiplanar reconstruction of computed tomography and computed tomography angiography demo...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Zhang BL,Sun JN,Liu NN,Cao FZ

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To explore the rule of subcarinal lymph node metastasis in thoracic oesophageal cancer and its clinical significance in the radical resection of oesophageal cancer. METHODS:We retrospectively analysed 2223 patients with oesophageal cancer who were admitted to Henan Cancer Hospital during 2004-2011 and under...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Ma H,Li Y,Ding Z,Liu X,Xu J,Qin J

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A best evidence topic was written according to a structured protocol. The question addressed was whether embolization is superior to surveillance for a type II endoleak associated with a static sac size post-endovascular abdominal aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR). Four hundred and sixty-one papers were identified, of whi...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Patatas K,Ling L,Dunning J,Shrivastava V

更新日期：2012-09-01 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：:A 68-year-old man presented with destruction of his sternum after cardiac surgery. Classical management with multiple debridements, vacuum dressings and antibiotics failed. A replacement of his sternum was performed using an antibiotic-loaded porous alumina ceramic sternum. Despite the infected wound, the ceramic ster...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Tricard J,Chermat A,Denes E,Bertin F

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report an unusual complication of left-sided diaphragmatic plication, namely bleeding from the spleen due to tearing of adhesions between the spleen and the abdominal aspect of the diaphragm. We believe that making a small incision in the diaphragm prior to the plication to identify and divide the adhesions could h...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Pathak S,Page RD

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this case report, we report the application of frozen-and-thawed allogeneic platelet gel (PLT-gel) to treat a late driveline exit site infection in a 56-year old patient supported by a Heartware-HVAD left ventricular assist device. The treatment duration was 4 weeks and at the follow-up the skin around the exit sit...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Formica F,Perseghin P,Cirò A,Paolini G

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Our aim was to compare aortic remodelling in type B dissections after thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) or conservative treatment. METHODS:We conducted a retrospective analysis of computed tomography (CT) data sets at dissection onset and at the last follow-up in a group with conservative (group A...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Mustafi M,Andic M,Bartos O,Grözinger G,Schlensak C,Lescan M

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Shed blood is known to be a source of lipid micro-emboli in cardiac surgery. The aim of this study was to characterize the occurrence of these particles at different stages of the operation, and to study their occurrence in the circulation at multiple time-points after the retransfusion of shed blood. Forty-four patie...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Jönsson H,Eyjolfsson A,Scicluna S,Paulsson P,Johnsson P

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Based on the natural mathematical relationships between the components of the human tri-leaflet aortic valve, new calibrated cusp sizers were developed in order to facilitate aortic valve assessment in the operating room and enhance the chance for a perfect restoration of aortic valve competence. These sizers were use...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Izzat MB

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aortic mural thrombi in a normal (non-aneurysmal or minimally atherosclerotic) vessel are an uncommon condition. They are usually located in the descending aorta and, less frequently, in the aortic arch or in the abdominal aorta. The typical clinical presentation is the appearance of symptoms/signs of peripheral arter...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Maloberti A,Oliva F,De Chiara B,Giannattasio C

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Prior studies have found that cardiac surgery patients receiving blood transfusions are at risk for increased mortality and morbidity following surgery. It is not clear whether this increased risk occurs across all haematocrit (HCT) levels. The goal of this study was to compare operative mortality in propens...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Shaw RE,Johnson CK,Ferrari G,Zapolanski A,Brizzio M,Rioux N,Edara S,Sperling J,Grau JB

更新日期：2013-07-01 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：OBJECTIVE:To conduct a meta-analysis of available comparative studies evaluating hybrid arch repair versus open surgical repair of aortic arch aneurysm. METHODS:A literature search was performed using PubMed, Embase and Web of Science to identify any studies comparing the results of hybrid arch repair with open surgic...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Miao L,Song L,Sun SK,Wang ZG

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A best evidence topic in cardiac surgery was written according to a structured protocol. The question addressed was whether the of vegetations in endocarditis is an indication for surgery. Altogether, 102 papers were found using the reported search; 16 papers were identified that provided the best evidence to answer t...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Okonta KE,Adamu YB

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The use of staplers for thoracic surgery has been widely accepted and regarded as a safe procedure. However, adverse events (AEs) of stapling are occasionally experienced. The aim of this retrospective study was to analyse the AEs of stapling in pulmonary vascular surgery. METHODS:A retrospective multi-inst...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Yano M,Takao M,Fujinaga T,Arimura T,Fukai I,Ota S,Saito Y,Okuda K

更新日期：2013-08-01 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：:The Smart canula concept allows for collapsed cannula insertion, and self-expansion within a vein of the body. (A) Computational fluid dynamics, and (B) bovine experiments (76+/-3.8 kg) were performed for comparative analyses, prior to (C) the first clinical application. For an 18F access, a given flow of 4 l/min (A) ...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Mueller XM,Mallabiabrena I,Mucciolo G,von Segesser LK

更新日期：2002-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is still no consensus on the optimal management to treat pediatric mediastinitis. We assessed the efficacy of continuous irrigation and vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) for mediastinitis in children. This study retrospectively reviewed 20 patients aged <5 years with mediastinitis from December 2002 to December 2009...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Ugaki S,Kasahara S,Arai S,Takagaki M,Sano S

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Surgical nuances of the implantation procedure of the HeartMate 3 left ventricular assist system (Abbott Corp., IL, USA) are discussed in this study. Particular attention is devoted to surgical details, preventative actions and considerations related to alternative implantation strategies. Dedicated surgical implantat...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Netuka I

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Anatomical variations of one or both thymic upper poles located behind the left innominate vein (LIV) are found in some patients; however, minimally invasive dissection of ectopic thymic tissues behind the LIV is technically complex. We describe a case of a dumbbell-shaped thymoma behind the LIV. The patient was succe...

journal_title：Interactive cardiovascular and thoracic surgery

authors： Zhang H,Zheng Y,Chen LQ,Wang Y

更新日期：2019-11-01 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