Comparison of Endoscopic Robotic Versus Sternotomy Approach for the Resection of Left Atrial Tumors

Objective: Primary cardiac tumors most commonly occur in the left atrium. The aim of this study was to compare outcomes among patients undergoing isolated left atrial tumor resection via sternotomy or robotic approach. Methods: From 2003 to 2013, 69 patients underwent isolated left atrial tumor resection at 3 affiliated hospitals with either a sternotomy (n = 39) or robotic approach (n = 30). A retrospective review of prospectively collected data was performed, and outcomes were compared between the sternotomy and robotic groups. Univariate and multivariate analyses controlling for pertinent preoperative characteristics were performed. Results: Patients' characteristics in the 2 groups were similar, with the exception of a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (sternotomy, 12.8% vs robotic, 0%; P
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research