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Is a minimally invasive approach for resection of benign cardiac masses superior to standard full sternotomy?
A best evidence topic in cardiac surgery was written according to a structured protocol. The question addressed was ‘is a minimally invasive approach for resection of benign cardiac masses superior to standard full sternotomy?’ A total of 50 papers were found using the reported search, of which, 11 represented the best evidence to answer the clinical question. The authors, country, journal, date of publication, patient group studied, study type, relevant outcomes and results of these papers are tabulated. All 11 papers were retrospective studies, from which 4 were case–control studies comparing the minima...
Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - May 14, 2013 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Pineda, A. M., Santana, O., Cortes-Bergoderi, M., Lamelas, J. Tags: Adult Cardiac Source Type: research

Early experiences and in-hospital results with a novel off-pump apico-aortic conduit
CONCLUSIONS With this novel conduit, we observed excellent haemodynamic results. We feel that this additional surgical approach to aortic stenosis in elderly, high-risk patients can augment conventional on-pump and interventional treatments of aortic stenosis.
Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - March 15, 2013 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Reuthebuch, O., Fassl, J., Brown, J., Grapow, M., Eckstein, F. Tags: ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research

Early and mid-term results of off-pump endarterectomy of the left anterior descending artery
CONCLUSIONS We conclude that off-pump endarterectomy of the LAD is a viable option for patients with diffuse LAD disease.
Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - February 11, 2013 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Takahashi, M., Gohil, S., Tong, B., Lento, P., Filsoufi, F., Reddy, R. C. Tags: Adult Cardiac Source Type: research

The current management of carotid atherosclerotic disease: who, when and how?
Ischaemic stroke represents a major health hazard in the western world, which has a severe impact on society and the health-care system. Roughly, 10% of all first ischaemic strokes can be attributed to significant atherosclerotic disease of the carotid arteries. Correct management of these lesions is essential in the prevention and treatment of carotid disease-related ischaemic events. The close relationship between diagnosis and medical and surgical management makes it necessary that all involved physicians and surgeons have profound knowledge of management strategies beyond their specific speciality. Continuous improveme...
Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - February 11, 2013 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Ritter, J. C., Tyrrell, M. R. Tags: Vascular Source Type: research

Cognitive function after transapical aortic valve implantation: a single-centre study with 3-month follow-up
CONCLUSIONS Cognitive function was only mildly impaired after TA-TAVI when compared with a marked, albeit transient, decline after surgical AVR. Focal embolic brain injury tended to occur more frequently after TA-TAVI, but this was not related to cognitive decline during the 3-month follow-up.
Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - January 18, 2013 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Knipp, S. C., Kahlert, P., Jokisch, D., Schlamann, M., Wendt, D., Weimar, C., Jakob, H., Thielmann, M. Tags: Adult Cardiac Source Type: research

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