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Proteus mirabilis bioprosthetic tricuspid valve endocarditis with massive right ventricular vegetation: a new entity in the prosthetic valve endocarditis aetiology [IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Salsano, A., Sportelli, E., Borile, S., Santini, F. Tags: Electrophysiology - arrhythmias, Basic research vascular IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY Source Type: research

Penetrating chest injury caused by self-inflicted crossbow arrow traversing the hemithorax [IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Wan, Y., Kefaloyannis, E. Tags: History IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY Source Type: research

Use of an Edwards Sapien S3 valve to replace a dysfunctional mechanical mitral valve in an 11-year old boy: another small step for surgical and interventional collaboration [CASE REPORT]
An 11-year old boy, with complex left ventricular morphology in the setting of repaired double outlet right ventricle developed progressive mitral regurgitation leading to a repair which failed, necessitating replacement of the valve with a 21 mm St. Jude mechanical prosthesis. He represented 3 weeks later in extremis with signs of severe mitral stenosis. The valve was replaced via a hybrid technique with a 26 mm Edwards Sapien 3 valve mounted on a MEMO 3D annuloplasty ring. One year later, the valve is functioning well with no regurgitation or evidence of an inflow gradient. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Murphy, M., Austin, C., Bapat, V., Morgan, G. J. Tags: History, Transplantation - heart CASE REPORT Source Type: research

A method to expose the posterior or superior mediastinum in video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery [SURGICAL TECHNIQUE]
A method of exposing the posterior and superior mediastinum in video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) will be introduced. In the study, all cases underwent two-port VATS as follows: two or three pieces of suture were stitched on the invagination between the visceral and parietal pleura of the posterior or superior mediastinum; the suture was drawn out of the operating port and fixed, so that the lung could be depressed and posterior or superior mediastinum could be exposed very well. This method was performed in 215 cases; there were no operative deaths and all cases recovered. This stitching method to expose the post...
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Jiao, P., Tong, H., Sun, Y. Tags: Mediastinum, Cerebral protection, History, Esophagus - cancer, Esophagus - other SURGICAL TECHNIQUE Source Type: research

Surgical outcomes for acute type A aortic dissection with aggressive primary entry resection [AORTIC SURGERY]
CONCLUSIONS The surgical outcomes following aggressive treatment of AAAD are satisfactory. False lumen thrombosis can be achieved in a relatively high proportion of patients using this technique, resulting in a low rate of subsequent downstream aortic reoperations. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Inoue, Y., Minatoya, K., Oda, T., Itonaga, T., Seike, Y., Tanaka, H., Sasaki, H., Kobayashi, J. Tags: Pericardium AORTIC SURGERY Source Type: research

Natural history of 40-50 mm root/ascending aortic aneurysms in the current era of dedicated thoracic aortic clinics [AORTIC SURGERY]
CONCLUSION The present study suggests that the growth rate of 40–50 mm root/ascending aneurysms followed in a dedicated TAC aorta is lower than that shown in previously reported series. Freedom from aortic-related events and survival are high, thus necessitating long-term follow-up. These results challenge the current guidelines in terms of interval between imaging examinations and the extent and type of aortic imaging. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Gagne-Loranger, M., Dumont, E., Voisine, P., Mohammadi, S., Dagenais, F. Tags: Electrophysiology - arrhythmias, Pericardium AORTIC SURGERY Source Type: research

Giant cell aortitis: lessons from a series of an uncommon disease [AORTIC SURGERY]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Zehr, K. J. Tags: Electrophysiology - arrhythmias, Pericardium AORTIC SURGERY Source Type: research

Giant cell aortitis: clinical presentation and outcomes in 40 patients consecutively operated on [AORTIC SURGERY]
CONCLUSIONS GCA of the thoracic aorta may be suspected in less than 25% of patients preoperatively. Clinical presentation may be acute or chronic with localized or diffused aortic involvement but always involved the ascending aorta. Surgery may be performed with excellent outcomes. Follow-up imaging is mandatory to assess aortic progression. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Gagne-Loranger, M., Dumont, E., Voisine, P., Mohammadi, S., Garceau, C., Dion, B., Dagenais, F. Tags: Electrophysiology - arrhythmias, Pericardium AORTIC SURGERY Source Type: research

Multicentre clinical trial experience with the HeartMate 3 left ventricular assist device: 30-day outcomes [TRANSPLANTATION AND MECHANICAL CIRCULATORY SUPPORT]
CONCLUSIONS The 30-day outcomes following implantation of the HeartMate 3 demonstrates excellent survival with low adverse event rates. The LVAD performed as intended with no haemolysis or device failure. CLINICALTRIALS.GOV IDENTIFIER NCT02170363. HeartMate 3™ CE Mark Clinical Investigation Plan (HM3 CE Mark). (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Zimpfer, D., Netuka, I., Schmitto, J. D., Pya, Y., Garbade, J., Morshuis, M., Beyersdorf, F., Marasco, S., Rao, V., Damme, L., Sood, P., Krabatsch, T. Tags: Minimally invasive surgery, Myocardial protection, Peripheral vascular TRANSPLANTATION AND MECHANICAL CIRCULATORY SUPPORT Source Type: research

Implanting permanent left ventricular assist devices in patients on veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support: do we really need a cardiopulmonary bypass machine? [TRANSPLANTATION AND MECHANICAL CIRCULATORY SUPPORT]
CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrates that the CPB machine can be safely omitted when a long-term VAD is implanted on VA-ECMO support. Blood loss in the first 24 h after surgery was less and a significantly lower number of blood products were necessary in these patients compared with patients in whom the CPB machine was used. However, similar survival rates between these two groups were observed. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Abdeen, M. S. K. M., Albert, A., Maxhera, B., Hoffmann, T., Petrov, G., Sixt, S., Roussel, E., Westenfeld, R., Lichtenberg, A., Saeed, D. Tags: History, Peripheral vascular TRANSPLANTATION AND MECHANICAL CIRCULATORY SUPPORT Source Type: research

Pulmonary endarterectomy is effective and safe in patients with haemoglobinopathies and abnormal red blood cells: the Papworth experience [ADULT CARDIAC]
CONCLUSIONS Results of PEA in this complex patient group were satisfactory. Expert haematological advice is important and exchange blood transfusions may be necessary. The presence of abnormal haemoglobin does not contra-indicate PEA surgery. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Mahesh, B., Besser, M., Ravaglioli, A., Pepke-Zaba, J., Martinez, G., Klein, A., Ng, C., Tsui, S., Dunning, J., Jenkins, D. P. Tags: Electrophysiology - arrhythmias ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research

Is beating heart coronary artery bypass grafting on or off? [ADULT CARDIAC]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Gudbjartsson, T. Tags: Molecular biology ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research

Comparison between off- and on-pump coronary artery bypass grafting: long-term results of a real-world registry [ADULT CARDIAC]
CONCLUSIONS In patients undergoing elective isolated CABG, on-pump strategy conferred a long-term survival advantage compared with off-pump strategy, particularly for patients with more extensive coronary disease. No benefits were found in terms of reduction of postoperative morbidity with the off-pump strategy. On-pump surgery should be the preferred revascularization technique, and off-pump surgery reserved for patients for whom the perioperative risk of cardiopulmonary bypass is greater than the risk of a less complete coronary revascularization. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Nicolini, F., Fortuna, D., Contini, G. A., Pacini, D., Gabbieri, D., Zussa, C., De Palma, R., Vezzani, A., Gherli, T., on behalf of the RERIC (Registro dell'Emilia Romagna degli Interventi Cardiochirurgici) Investigators Tags: Molecular biology ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research

Efficacy of multiple arterial coronary bypass grafting in patients with diabetes mellitus [ADULT CARDIAC]
CONCLUSIONS A long-term survival advantage, with no increase in perioperative morbidity, is conferred with the use of multiple arterial bypass grafts not only in non-diabetic patients but also in diabetic patients. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Yamaguchi, A., Kimura, N., Itoh, S., Adachi, K., Yuri, K., Okamura, H., Adachi, H. Tags: Molecular biology ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research

Risk scores and how to evaluate them [ADULT CARDIAC]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Nashef, S. A. M. Tags: Molecular biology, Professional affairs ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research