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Prophylactic LVAD for high ‐risk patients undergoing cardiac surgery
ConclusionsProphylactic LVAD is a viable technique in select cardiac surgery patients who are high-risk for postcardiotomy shock. Further prospective study is warranted.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - November 22, 2022 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Atul K. Jaidka, Sabe De, David Drullinsky, Atul Dave Nagpal, Michael W. A. Chu Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

On ‐ versus off‐pump CABG in octogenarians: A propensity‐matched analysis from the UK National Database
ConclusionThe data show similar in-hospital mortality in octogenarians regardless of the revascularization technique used. Off-pump when compared with on-pump CABG is associated with a lower incidence in postoperative neurological events but a higher need for renal dialysis.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - November 2, 2022 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Jeremy Chan, Arnaldo Dimagli, Daniel P. Fudulu, Tim Dong, Ester Mikova, Gianni D. Angelini Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Females have an increased risk of short ‐term mortality after cardiac surgery compared to males: Insights from a national database
ConclusionFemales in the United Kingdom have an increased risk of short-term mortality after cardiac surgery compared to males. This highlights the need to focus on the understanding of the causes behind these disparities and implementation of strategies to improve outcomes in females.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - September 18, 2022 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Lauren Kari Dixon, Arnaldo Dimagli, Ettorino Di Tommaso, Shubhra Sinha, Daniel P. Fudulu, Manraj Sandhu, Umberto Benedetto, Gianni D. Angelini Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Are there differences in cardiothoracic surgery performed by trainees versus fully trained surgeons?
DiscussionTrainees can perform cardiothoracic surgery in dedicated high-volume units with outcomes comparable to those of fully trained surgeons.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - September 13, 2022 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Maria Comanici, Mohammad Yousuf Salmasi, Katharina L. Schulte, Shahzad G. Raja, Rizwan Q. Attia Tags: REVIEW Source Type: research

Routine minimally invasive approach via left anterior mini ‐thoracotomy in multivessel coronary revascularization
ConclusionMinimally invasive multivessel bypass surgery is a surgical method that has just started to become widespread. The fact that the technique is new and more challenging than conventional methods makes it difficult for surgeons to adopt it. In addition, one of the most important issues is that the surgical results should be satisfactory. Our study shows that safe, successful, and satisfactory results can be obtained by using this method, as in our case series. In addition, we think that it can be successfully applied routinely to all patients without distinction.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - January 21, 2022 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Bar ış Çaynak, Hüseyin Sicim Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Aortic root remodeling with external annuloplasty for acute type A aortic dissection: Midterm results
ConclusionIn a center with expertise in valve ‐sparing procedures, ARREAA is a reasonable option in the surgical management of AAAD in selected patients. This technique stabilizes the aortic annulus and preserves root anatomy for durable outcomes.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - April 14, 2021 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Marie ‐Catherine Morgant, Ghislain Malapert, Chloé Bernard, Aline Laubriet, Charline Pujos, Thomas Varin, Emmanuel Lansac, Olivier Bouchot Tags: Special Section: Trend & Controversies in Type A Aortic Surgery in 21st Century Source Type: research

Impact of postoperative complications after cardiac surgery on long ‐term survival
ConclusionsPostoperative complications after cardiac surgery significantly impact outcomes that extend beyond the postoperative period. Stroke, renal failure, and pneumonia are particularly associated with poor long ‐term survival.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - March 9, 2021 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Siddharth Pahwa, Annalisa Bernabei, Hartzell Schaff, John Stulak, Kevin Greason, Alberto Pochettino, Richard Daly, Joseph Dearani, Gabor Bagameri, Katherine King, Jason Viehman, Juan Crestanello Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Risks and benefits of concurrent treatment with antiplatelet and anticoagulation therapy in post ‐op bioprosthetic aortic valve replacement patients
ConclusionPatients who underwent bAVR and were discharged on concurrent therapy compared to aspirin only had a significantly increased risk of bleeding without a significant difference in thromboembolic events.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - February 13, 2021 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Carma Yaghi, Rajeev Masson, Kyoko Yamada, Shiyun Zhu, Christine Fong, Aida Shirazi, Paul LaPunzina, Kenny Mok Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Iron deficiency does not impair the outcome after elective coronary artery bypass and aortic valve procedures
ConclusionsThe majority of patients undergoing elective CABG or SAVR suffer from ID;  however, we found no significant differences in regard to MACCE and postoperative morbidity between ID and non‐ID patients.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - December 20, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Moritz B. Immohr, Yukiharu Sugimura, Hug Aubin, Philipp Rellecke, Udo Boeken, Artur Lichtenberg, Payam Akhyari Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Developing a cardiac surgery unit in the Caribbean: A reflection
ConclusionFrequent outside visits complemented by training in an overseas center, and transfer of knowledge proved to be an effective strategy to develop a cardiac surgery unit in an emerging country with results comparable to accepted international standards.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - October 21, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Gianni D. Angelini, Richard A. E. Ramsingh, Natasha C. Rahaman, Risshi D. Rampersad, Anand Rampersad, Kamal A. Rampersad, Giovanni Teodori Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Aortic root remodeling with external annuloplasty for acute type A aortic dissection: Midterm results
ConclusionIn a center with expertise in valve ‐sparing procedures, ARREAA is a reasonable option in the surgical management of AAAD in selected patients. This technique stabilizes the aortic annulus and preserves root anatomy for durable outcomes.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - October 8, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Marie ‐Catherine Morgant, Ghislain Malapert, Chloé Bernard, Aline Laubriet, Charline Pujos, Thomas Varin, Emmanuel Lansac, Olivier Bouchot Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Early and long ‐term clinical outcomes after minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass grafting versus off‐pump coronary surgery via sternotomy in isolated proximal left anterior descending artery disease: A propensity score matching analysis
ConclusionsShort ‐term as well as long‐term outcomes of MIDCAB in terms of mortality, MI, stroke, and target vessel revascularization are satisfactory and as safe and effective as OPCAB via sternotomy.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - September 27, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Ryszard Stanislawski, Sleiman Sebastian Aboul ‐Hassan, Jakub Marczak, Tomasz Stankowski, Maciej Peksa, Marcin Nawotka, Romuald Cichon Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Developing a cardiac surgery unit in the Caribbean: A reflection
ConclusionFrequent outside visits complemented by training in an overseas center, and transfer of knowledge proved to be an effective strategy to develop a cardiac surgery unit in an emerging country with results comparable to accepted international standards.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - August 20, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Gianni D. Angelini, Richard A. E. Ramsingh, Natasha C. Rahaman, Risshi D. Rampersad, Anand Rampersad, Kamal A. Rampersad, Giovanni Teodori Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Minimally invasive multivessel coronary bypass surgery: Angiographic patency data
ConclusionsMIM CABG allows complete surgical revascularization with excellent clinical outcomes and promising angiographic graft patency rates.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - January 22, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Mikhail A. Snegirev, Artem A. Paivin, Dmitrii O. Denisyuk, Olga A. Drozdova, Galina M. Mitusova, Lana B. Sichinava, Nikolai E. Khvan, Vladimir E. Sharafutdinov Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research