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Cannulation of an arch artery for hostile aorta [GREAT DEBATE]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - January 10, 2017 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Urbanski, P. P., Sabik, J. F., Bachet, J. E. Tags: GREAT DEBATE Source Type: research

Clinical guidelines for the management of patients with transposition of the great arteries with intact ventricular septum [GUILDELINES]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - January 10, 2017 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Sarris, G. E., Balmer, C., Bonou, P., Comas, J. V., da Cruz, E., Chiara, L. D., Di Donato, R. M., Fragata, J., Jokinen, T. E., Kirvassilis, G., Lytrivi, I., Milojevic, M., Sharland, G., Siepe, M., Stein, J., Büchel, E. V., Vouhe, P. R. Tags: GUILDELINES Source Type: research

Guidelines for transposition surgery and why we need them [EDITORIAL]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - January 10, 2017 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Karl, T. R. Tags: EDITORIAL Source Type: research

Spotlight on recently published ICVTS articles [SPOTLIGHT - ICVTS RECENT ARTICLES]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: SPOTLIGHT - ICVTS RECENT ARTICLES Source Type: research

Racemose haemangioma secondary to coronary artery fistula [IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Feng, C., Liu, L., Lu, X., Cao, D. Tags: Cerebral protection, Education, Pericardium IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY Source Type: research

Isolated tuberculosis of right internal mammary lymph node presented like right breast abscess with mammary fistula [IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Sivaraman, A., Vinothkumar, D. Tags: Cerebral protection, Congenital - acyanotic, Congenital - cyanotic, Transplantation - heart, Peripheral arteries, Chest wall IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY Source Type: research

Giant pleuropulmonary blastoma [IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Bobylev, D., Warnecke, G., Dennhardt, N., Horke, A. Tags: Mediastinum, Congenital - acyanotic IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY Source Type: research

Spinal cord ischaemia after radical pleurectomy/decortication operation for mesothelioma [CASE REPORT]
Radical pleurectomy/decortication was performed in a patient with malignant pleural mesothelioma. During the surgery, the left subclavian artery was injured, and repaired via resection and anastomosis. However, the patient was diagnosed with paraplegia following extubation. After deliberate investigations, the mechanism of injury to the critical vascular zone of the spinal cord was determined. Here, we aim to draw attention to possible similar injuries. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Kaba, E., Özyurtkan, M. O., Onat, L., Ayalp, K. Tags: Congenital - acyanotic CASE REPORT Source Type: research

Missed diagnosis of atresia of the right pulmonary artery in woman with left-sided pneumothorax [CASE REPORT]
We describe the course of diagnostics and the chosen strategy of treatment. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Dagnegard, H. H., Ryom, P. Tags: Pleura, Pericardium, Wound treatment CASE REPORT Source Type: research

Two-stage free anterolateral thigh flap in the management of full-thickness chest wall resection [SURGICAL TECHNIQUE]
Free tissue transfers are sometimes required in the reconstruction of large full-thickness chest wall defects. To minimize the risk of viscera exposure in case of free flap complications, we describe a two-stage procedure using an anterolateral thigh flap. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Philandrianos, C., Casanova, D., D'journo, X. B., Thomas, P. A. Tags: Chest wall SURGICAL TECHNIQUE Source Type: research

Extending minimally invasive approaches to concomitant aortic and mitral valve surgery: are we ready? [SURGICAL TECHNIQUE]
(Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Vola, M., Fuzellier, J.-F. Tags: SURGICAL TECHNIQUE Source Type: research

Minimally invasive approach for aortic and mitral valve surgery [SURGICAL TECHNIQUE]
We report our early experience in 69 patients, describing postoperative results. The introduction of sutureless aortic prostheses has implemented this treatment option, with a significant reduction of cardiopulmonary bypass and cross-clamp times. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Lio, A., Miceli, A., Ferrarini, M., Glauber, M. Tags: Transplantation - heart, Basic research vascular SURGICAL TECHNIQUE Source Type: research

Minimally invasive extracorporeal circulation improves quality of life after coronary artery bypass grafting [ADULT CARDIAC]
CONCLUSIONS The current study proves that MiECC significantly improves HRQoL after coronary surgery compared with cCPB. This finding, combined with results from large-scale studies showing superior clinical outcomes from its use, enhances the role of MiECC as a dominant technique in coronary revascularization surgery. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Anastasiadis, K., Antonitsis, P., Kostarellou, G., Kleontas, A., Deliopoulos, A., Grosomanidis, V., Argiriadou, H. Tags: Molecular biology, Myocardial protection ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research

Bilateral mammary artery grafting increases postoperative mediastinitis without survival benefit in obese patients [ADULT CARDIAC]
CONCLUSIONS In obese patients, CABG surgery using BIMA instead of SIMA increased the risk of postoperative DSWI, without improving survival. According to our results, short-term postoperative risks of infection associated with BIMA are not offset by longer-term benefits in that patient population. Special care should be exerted when selecting conduits for myocardial revascularization in obese patients. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Ruka, E., Dagenais, F., Mohammadi, S., Chauvette, V., Poirier, P., Voisine, P. Tags: Molecular biology, History ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research

A matched pairs analysis of non-rib-spreading, fully endoscopic, mini-incision technique versus conventional mini-thoracotomy for mitral valve repair [ADULT CARDIAC]
CONCLUSIONS An endoscopic procedure supported by 3D-visualization enables superior depth perception, facilitating an excellent quality of repair results. 3D-visualization is a helpful tool especially for complex reconstruction cases and exact placement of artificial neochordae. With this, an experienced mitral valve surgeon takes shorter operation times. Patients benefit from shorter hospitalization with reduced postoperative pain and early mobilization. (Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery)
Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - December 19, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Westhofen, S., Conradi, L., Deuse, T., Detter, C., Vettorazzi, E., Treede, H., Reichenspurner, H. Tags: Transplantation - heart, Basic research vascular ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research