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Right anterior mini thoracotomy approach for isolated aortic valve replacement: Early outcomes at a Canadian center
ConclusionThe sternum-sparing RAMT approach can be safely integrated into surgical practice as a minimally invasive alternative for isolated AVR, and can reduce postoperative bleeding and narcotic requirements.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - May 18, 2021 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Ali Fatehi Hassanabad, Nader Aboelnazar, Andrew Maitland, Daniel D Holloway, Corey Adams, William D T Kent Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Costs of surgical ablation of atrial fibrillation in Ontario, Canada from 2006 to 2017
ConclusionOntario taxpayers spend significant financial resources on surgical ablation of AF, a procedure lacking high ‐quality evidence demonstrating benefit in reducing mortality or stroke. Further large prospective studies examining clinically important outcomes are needed to justify its routine use in patient care and to guide allocation of healthcare funds.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - September 27, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Justin Y. Chow, Graham McClure, Emilie P. Belley ‐Côté, William F. McIntyre, Rohit K. Singal, Richard P. Whitlock Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research