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Left Hemitruncus Treated Along with Ventricular Septal Defect in a Neonate.
In this study, we report the case of a neonate diagnosed with left hemitruncus arteriosus, ventricular septal defect, and atrial septal defect who underwent successful surgical treatment. PMID: 32919443 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Usefulness of 3-Dimensional Body Surface Scanning in the Evaluation of Patients with Pectus Carinatum.
Conclusions: Based on the findings of this study, 3D body surface scanning appears to be an effective, radiation-free, and simple method for the post-treatment follow-up evaluation of PC, and thus can be considered an alternative to radiography. PMID: 32919444 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Surgical Treatment for Left Main Coronary Atresia with Significant Mitral Regurgitation in a 1-Year-Old Child.
Authors: Ryu SW, Pyo WK, Choi ES, Park CS, Yu JJ, Yun TJ, Chung CH Abstract Congenital atresia of the left main coronary artery (LMCA) is an extremely rare coronary anomaly that necessitates surgical correction. Patients with LMCA atresia may have various clinical symptoms, which are determined by the degree of collateral vessel development from the right coronary system, the metabolic demands of the heart, and concomitant mitral insufficiency caused by myocardial ischemia. Unlike in adults, there are limited surgical options for coronary artery disease in children. Herein, we report a case of LMCA atresia...
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Risk Factors Associated with Difficult Reversal of Heparin by Protamine Sulfate in Cardiopulmonary Bypass: An Ignored Issue.
Conclusion: Surgeons' efforts to reduce operative time and avoid deep hypothermia may be helpful for increasing the likelihood of easy heparin reversal, especially in female patients. PMID: 32919446 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Mid-Term Results of Totally Thoracoscopic Ablation in Patients with Recurrent Atrial Fibrillation after Catheter Ablation.
Conclusion: Totally thoracoscopic ablation was safe and effective in treating AF irrespective of CA history. A history of CA did not appear to affect the procedural complexity. PMID: 32919447 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Minimally Invasive Approach to Esophageal Perforation after Endoscopic Ultrasound-Guided Fine-Needle Aspiration: A Report of 2 Cases.
We report 2 cases of patients with esophageal perforation who were treated using video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery in combination with esophageal stenting. Through these cases, the feasibility of minimally invasive thoracic surgery was evaluated. PMID: 32919448 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Role and Prognosis of Extracorporeal Life Support in Patients Who Develop Cardiac Arrest during or after Office-Based Cosmetic Surgery.
Conclusion: Patients who developed cardiac arrest during or after cosmetic surgery at office-based clinics experienced poor prognoses, even though ECLS was applied in most cases. The survivors suffered serious complications. Careful monitoring of subjects and active CPR (when necessary) in cosmetic surgery clinics may be essential. PMID: 32919449 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Pleural Metastasis of Atypical Bronchial Carcinoid.
We report a case of atypical carcinoid with local recurrence and pleural metastases treated by video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery lobectomy and total pleurectomy with photodynamic therapy after non-radical wedge resection. PMID: 32919450 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Initial Experience with Epicardial Ultrasound Scanning in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Conclusion: The routine application of EUS in CABG could be beneficial by confirming the quality of surgery and reducing unnecessary procedures. PMID: 32919451 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Transit Time Flowmetry and Vein Size Are Predictive of Arteriovenous Fistula Maturation.
Conclusion: In patients who undergo RCAVF creation, vein diameter on preoperative ultrasonography and intraoperative TTF are predictors of functional maturation. We identified an intraoperative TTF cutoff value that can be used for intraoperative decision-making. PMID: 32919452 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

First Multi-Detector Computed Tomography Evidence of Transcatheter Pacing System Migration and Embolization into the Pulmonary Vasculature.
We present the first case of multidetector computed tomography images of leadless pacemaker migration and embolization in the pulmonary middle lobe artery. The patient was managed by percutaneous retrieval of the dislodged device and re-implantation in the appropriate position. PMID: 32919453 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - September 15, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Esophageal Cancer: Overcome the Hurdles and Reach for the Cure.
Authors: Kim HK, Zo JI, Shim YM PMID: 32793444 [PubMed] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - August 16, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Current Issues in Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy.
Authors: Na KJ, Kang CH Abstract Minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) was first introduced in the 1990s. Currently, it is a widely accepted surgical approach for the treatment of esophageal cancer, as it is an oncologically sound procedure; its advantages when compared to open procedures, including reduction in postoperative complications, reduction in the length of hospital stay, and improvement in quality of life, are well documented. However, debates are still ongoing about the safety and efficacy of MIE. The present review focuses on some of the current issues related to conventional MIE and robot-as...
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - August 16, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

The Current Evidence on Neoadjuvant Therapy for Locally Advanced Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
Authors: Oh D, Kim JH Abstract Surgical resection is the mainstay of treatment for locally advanced esophageal cancer. Neoadjuvant therapy is recommended to improve survival, based on the results of several randomized trials and meta-analyses. However, controversy remains regarding how to combine surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy. Moreover, in East Asia, the predominant histological type is esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, which has a different epidemiology and tumor biology from esophageal or gastroesophageal junctional adenocarcinoma. As such, the management of esophageal cancer in East Asia see...
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - August 16, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research

Adjuvant Therapy for Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
This article presents a concise review of the evidence regarding adjuvant therapy for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma and future directions, particularly immunotherapy. PMID: 32793447 [PubMed] (Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Korean Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - August 16, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research