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We present a case of intractable ventricular tachycardia that resolved after surgical repositioning of a HeartMate II inflow cannula. The diagnosis and management of this case demonstrate the utility of imaging studies for detecting inflow cannula malposition and the efficacy of inflow cannula repositioning for treatment. (Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery)
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
Extrapleural Pneumonectomy for Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma: A Novel Mini-Invasive Technique
We report a novel less-invasive extrapleural pneumonectomy for early-stage malignant pleural mesothelioma without rib spreading. Our approach is unique and differed from the previously reported cases, because we used one skin incision and two small intercostal incisions with videothoracoscopic viewing without rib spreading. The pleural dissection and approach to the hilum for pneumonectomy were performed through a 4- to 5-cm port incision in the sixth intercostal space. Another 4- to 5-cm port was made in the eight intercostal space through the same skin incision and was used for diaphragm resection and reconstruction. At ...
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research
B-type Natriuretic Peptide Predicts Morbidity and Long-Term Mortality in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting and Valve Surgery
Conclusions: B-type natriuretic peptide levels are an independent predictor of morbidity after CABG and/or valve surgery regardless of type of procedure or on/off bypass usage. B-type natriuretic peptide levels also correlate with time to death, highlighting the need for sustained follow-up and heart failure management to improve survival in patients with elevated BNP levels presenting for all cardiac surgery. (Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery)
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
An Early Canadian Experience With the Correx Automated Coring and Apical Connector Device for Aortic Valve Bypass
Conclusions: Aortic valve bypass seems to be an acceptable alternative for the treatment of severe AS in high-risk patients who are not candidates for aortic valve replacement. The Correx automated system may improve the clinical applicability and surgical reproducibility of AVB in appropriately selected patients in which conventional or transcatheter aortic valve replacement is not a feasible options. (Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery)
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
The AngioVac Device: Understanding the Failures on the Road to Success
Objective: Current percutaneous thromboembolectomy techniques may obviate surgical intervention in high-risk patients with iliocaval thrombus or thrombus of the right side of the heart, but typically require thrombus fragmentation and thrombolysis with associated bleeding and thromboembolic complications. The AngioVac (Angiodynamics, Latham, NY USA) device uses a percutaneous venovenous bypass circuit to aspirate intact thrombus. A review of the literature was performed with regard to the AngioVac device to determine the factors correlating with successful thrombus extraction.
Methods: A literature search was performed wi...
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Transaortic Edge-to-Edge Repair for Functional Mitral Regurgitation During Aortic Valve Replacement: A 13-Year Experience
Objective: The study evaluated the feasibility of a transaortic edge-to-edge mitral valve repair (Alfieri stitch) for moderate or greater (≥2+) functional mitral regurgitation (MR) in high-risk patients undergoing aortic valve replacement.
Methods: We retrospectively evaluated 40 consecutive patients who underwent aortic valve replacement combined with a transaortic edge-to-edge mitral valve repair for 2+ or greater functional MR, between February 2002 and April 2015. The MR was graded semiquantitatively as 0 (trace/none), mild (1+), moderate (2+), or moderate to severe (3–4+).
Results: Thirty-two patients had aortic...
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Myocardial Protection and Financial Considerations of Custodiol Cardioplegia in Minimally Invasive and Open Valve Surgery
Objective: Single-dose antegrade crystalloid cardioplegia with Custodiol-HTK (histidine-tryptophan-ketoglutarate) has been used for many years. Its safety and efficacy were established in experimental and clinical studies. It is beneficial in complex valve surgery because it provides a long period of myocardial protection with a single dose. Thus, valve procedures (minimally invasive or open) can be performed with limited interruption. The aim of this study is to compare the use of Custodiol-HTK cardioplegia with traditional blood cardioplegia in patients undergoing minimally invasive and open valve surgery.
Methods: A si...
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Strategies to Improve the Efficacy of Epicardial Linear Ablation on the Beating Heart
Objective: Creating transmural linear lesions on the beating heart is an important component of minimally invasive surgical ablation for atrial fibrillation. Animal studies have shown poor efficacy for surface bipolar radiofrequency ablation (RFA). Clinicians have developed strategies including multiple device applications and vena caval occlusion (VCO) to improve ablation efficacy. These techniques were evaluated in an acute porcine model.
Methods: In the first experiment, an RFA device was used to perform two 40-second epicardial ablations on the right atrium of six pigs. Ablations were performed with and without VCO. U...
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Frailty Assessed by the FORECAST Is a Valid Tool to Predict Short-Term Outcome After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement
Conclusions: The FORECAST is a valid tool to assess frailty in TAVR patients. The FORECAST is easily assessable and can be included in daily clinical routine. (Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery)
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
An Automated Expanded Polytetrafluoroethylene Suturing and Coaxial Fastener System for Mitral Chordae Replacement: Strength, Feasibility, and Healing
Conclusions: This technology successfully enabled the implantation of artificial chordae while providing real-time adjustment of chordae length during MV repair. These results encourage further investigation of its use clinically. (Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery)
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Minimally Invasive Fundoplication Is Safe and Effective in Patients With Severe Esophageal Hypomotility
Conclusions: Minimally invasive fundoplication is both safe and effective in treating patients with severe GERD and concomitant esophageal hypomotility. Those with postoperative dysphagia are successfully managed by endoscopic treatments. (Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery)
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation in Nonagenarians
Conclusions: Transcatheter aortic valve implantation can be performed in nonagenarians despite very high preoperative risk scores and substantial multimorbidity, with acceptable outcomes. (Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery)
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
Robotically Assisted Thoracic Surgery: Proposed Guidelines for Privileging and Credentialing
Conclusions: Safety concerns with the introduction of novel and complex technologies such as RATS must be paramount. Our algorithm takes into consideration appropriate use and serves as a basic guideline for institutions that wish to implement a RATS program. (Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery)
Source: Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery - November 1, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research
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