Prevalence of Carotid Stenosis and Incidence of Ischemic Stroke in Patients Undergoing Non-Coronary Cardiac Surgery
Conclusion: The incidences of stroke and CS ≥ 50% were 4.56% and 7.46%, respectively. The risk factor for stroke was CS ≥ 50% and for CS ≥ 50% were extracardiac arteriopathy, COPD, diabetes mellitus, recent myocardial infarction and higher EuroSCORE II. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - November 12, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Does CHA2DS2-VASc Score Predict MACE in Patients Undergoing Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Surgery?
Conclusion: CHA2DS2-VASc score may predict MACE in patients undergoing isolated CABG. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - November 12, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

The Relationship Between Mitral Annular Calcification, Metabolic Syndrome and Thromboembolic Risk
Conclusion: We have shown that CHA2DS2-VASc score and presence of MetS rates were significantly higher in patients with MAC compared without MAC. Presence of MAC was correlated with CHA2DS2-VASc score, presence of MetS, AF and left atrial diameter and negatively correlated with left ventricular ejection fraction. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - November 12, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

The Factors Affecting Rhythm Control for Cryoablation of Atrial Fibrillation in Mitral Valve Surgery
Conclusion: The EF and the preoperative left atrial diameter were determined to be the factors impacting on the conversion to sinus rhythm in patients who underwent mitral valve surgery in combination with cryoablation. Mitral valve surgery in combination with ablation for atrial fibrillation does not affect mortality and morbidity in the experienced health centers; however, it remains controversial whether it will provide additional health benefits to the patients compared to those who underwent only mitral valve surgery. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - November 12, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

The Effect of High-Dose Vitamin C on Biochemical Markers of Myocardial Injury in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
Conclusion: Vitamin C has significantly improved the patients ’ ventricular function (EF) 72 h after surgery and reduced the length of ICU stay. No significant changes in cardiac biomarkers, including CK-MB, troponin I, and LDH, were seen over time in each group. IRCT code: IRCT2016053019470N33 (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - November 12, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Early and Long-Term Outcomes of Surgical Treatment of Ebstein’s Anomaly
Conclusion: In our experience, the long-term results of the surgical treatment of Ebstein's anomaly demonstrate an acceptable survival rate and a low incidence of reinterventions. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - November 12, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Cardiovascular disease: The Brazilian research contribution
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Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - November 12, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Stem Cells for Cardiovascular Diseases Revisited in 2019
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Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - November 12, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Heart Surgery and Disruptive Technology
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Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - November 12, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Comment on the study Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery in Brazil: Analysis of the National Reality Through the Bypass Registry that was presented at the 46th Congress of the Brazilian Society of Cardiovascular Surgery, Nova Lima, BH, Brazil, April 5 and 6, 2019
Abstract Cardiac papillary fibroelastoma are rare, benign cardiac tumors that may lead to lethal complications from embolization or valvular dysfunction if left untreated. When working up symptomatic tumors with concomitant angina, traditional diagnostic studies such as cardiac catheterization may predispose the patient to embolic complications if the mass is located in the path of the catheter. Newer, non-invasive diagnostic testing, such as cardiac magnetic resonance imaging or dynamic computed tomography angiography, may be considered in lieu of invasive approaches to avoid potentially devastating complications. We here...
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - August 26, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

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Abstract Cardiac papillary fibroelastoma are rare, benign cardiac tumors that may lead to lethal complications from embolization or valvular dysfunction if left untreated. When working up symptomatic tumors with concomitant angina, traditional diagnostic studies such as cardiac catheterization may predispose the patient to embolic complications if the mass is located in the path of the catheter. Newer, non-invasive diagnostic testing, such as cardiac magnetic resonance imaging or dynamic computed tomography angiography, may be considered in lieu of invasive approaches to avoid potentially devastating complications. We here...
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - August 26, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Symptomatic Aortic Valve Mass - Cardiac Work-Up Challenges and Role of Computed Tomography Angiography: A Case Report
Abstract Cardiac papillary fibroelastoma are rare, benign cardiac tumors that may lead to lethal complications from embolization or valvular dysfunction if left untreated. When working up symptomatic tumors with concomitant angina, traditional diagnostic studies such as cardiac catheterization may predispose the patient to embolic complications if the mass is located in the path of the catheter. Newer, non-invasive diagnostic testing, such as cardiac magnetic resonance imaging or dynamic computed tomography angiography, may be considered in lieu of invasive approaches to avoid potentially devastating complications. We here...
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - August 26, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Non-Fluoroscopic Radiofrequency Ablation of Left Atrial Appendage Tachycardia During Early Pregnancy
In this study, we report a case of a woman who presented with persistent AT, which lead to heart failure, during early pregnancy. She underwent successful catheter ablation using CartoSound and electroanatomic mapping without fluoroscopy. An electrophysiology (EP) study confirmed a focal LAA tachycardia. Soon after, left ventricular function of her heart normalized, and the patient successfully delivered a healthy child. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - August 26, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

A Complete Occlusion of Right Coronary Artery Due to Stanford Type A Aortic Dissection - Successful Treatment with Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
We present a patient diagnosed Stanford Type A aortic dissection, who was misdiagnosed as acute myocardial infarction for 5 days. In the surgery, the right coronary ostium was totally occluded, and the right coronary artery (RCA) was bluish from the trunk to branches. The true lumen couldn ’ t be found when we opened the RCA. We had to give up coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). After a regular surgery of type A aortic dissection, the patient was failed to wean from cardiopulmonary bypass due to the right heart dysfunction. The Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) was instituted. The right ventricular wall moti...
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - August 26, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Off-Pump Coronary Revascularization Using Bilateral Internal Thoracic Arteries in A Patient with Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria: A Case Report
We report the first case in the literature of Off-Pump Coronary Revascularization Using Bilateral Internal Thoracic Arteries in a patient with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria. A 36-year-old man came to the emergency department with acute non-ST elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI). He presented paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria diagnosed in 2016. Coronary angiography revealed tripple vessel disease. The conduits used for coronary revascularization were both internal thoracic arteries (left ITA-right ITA [LITA-RITA]). We consider that off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting (OPCABG) using Bilateral Internal Thora...
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - August 26, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research