Aortic proximalization —Zone 0 versus Zone 2: A concept or true challenge?

ConclusionCurrent literature seems to suggest that Z-0-FET procedures are more straightforward and associated with lower rates of certain adverse events, however, the majority of data reviewed is retrospective. This review, therefore, recommends prospective research into the comparative strengths and limitations of Z-0-FET and Z-2-FET to better substantiate whether proximalization of arch repair represents a concept, or a true challenge to advance surgical intervention for arch pathologies.

Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - June 10, 2021 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Sven Z. C. P. Tan, Aleksandra Lopuszko, Wahaj Munir, Benjamin Adams, Mohamad Bashir Tags: REVIEW Source Type: research