Cell-Based Therapies for Myocardial Regeneration in Heart Failure: 20 Years of Debate
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Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - August 17, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

New ways of Communicating Science: Open Science and Open Access
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Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - August 17, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Perspectives of the Young Cardiovascular Surgeon
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Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - August 17, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

The “Great Family” of Cardiovascular Scientific Journals in Brazil
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Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - August 17, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Bleeding Classifications in CABG: perspective on Prognostic Performance
We report one such association of origin of left subclavian artery (LSCA) from left pulmonary artery (LPA) via ductus arteriosus that was surgically repaired. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Altered RV Mechanics Post-LVAD Insertion: a Physiological Perspective!
We report one such association of origin of left subclavian artery (LSCA) from left pulmonary artery (LPA) via ductus arteriosus that was surgically repaired. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

The Relation Between Echocardiographic Epicardial Fat Thickness and CHA2DS2-Vasc Score in Patients with Sinus Rhythm
We report one such association of origin of left subclavian artery (LSCA) from left pulmonary artery (LPA) via ductus arteriosus that was surgically repaired. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Type II Aortopulmonary Window with Isolated Left Subclavian Artery from Left Pulmonary Artery
We report one such association of origin of left subclavian artery (LSCA) from left pulmonary artery (LPA) via ductus arteriosus that was surgically repaired. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Primary Biatrial Cardiac Rhabdomyosarcoma
We report a rare case of a 49-year-old woman with a huge biatrial cardiac rhabdomyosarcoma treated by performing surgical resection followed by salvage chemotherapy for local recurrence. Cardiac sarcoma that occupy both atria are extremely rare. Although the prognosis of cardiac rhabdomyosarcoma is dismal, surgical resection should be recommended as a first line therapy to clarify the diagnosis and to relieve symptoms associated with the tumor. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Left Ventricular Dissecting Hematoma Caused by Tissue Stabilizer
We describe the successful management of left ventricular dissecting hematoma, caused by the tissue stabilizer, while performing off-pump coronary artery bypass graft procedure. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Case Report: Surgical Treatment of High-Flow Coronary Fistulas for the Pulmonary Artery
Abstract Coronary fistulas are rare anomalies that can affect approximately 1% of the population, presenting few specific symptoms, and are often found occasionally in coronary angiography. Here we describe the case of a 61-year-old patient with complaints of precordialgia and dyspnea since adolescence, with late diagnosis of coronary fistulas with drainage to the pulmonary artery, and with unsuccessful percutaneous treatment. Therefore, she underwent open surgery for the correction of the already known fistulas, in addition to the hemangioma involving such vessels, which made the understanding and resolution of this case ...
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Two Cases Treated by Different Strategies for Common Carotid Artery Dissection with Thrombosis Due to a Type A Aortic Dissection
Abstract Total arch replacement and stent trunk were performed for two patients. One of these underwent a total bilateral carotid artery replacement in anatomical position while the other underwent partial carotid artery dissection. The first patient demonstrated no neurological complication after surgery and a postoperative computed tomography angiography (CTA) showed bilateral common carotid artery patency. However, the second patient had neurological dysfunction after surgery, while a postoperative CTA showed occlusion of the left common carotid artery. Anatomical replacement for a common carotid artery dissection with ...
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Surgical Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation: Cutting Through the Edges
Abstract Medical management of atrial fibrillation can be complex, challenging and requiring time to prove its effectiveness; furthermore, the response can be refractory and inconsistent if the underlying pathology is not permanently addressed. Surgical ablation has become a key intervention, and since its first intervention in 1987 (the Cox-maze procedure), the technique has evolved from a conventional open method to a minimally invasive technique whilst retaining excellent outcomes. Furthermore, recent advances in the use of a hybrid approach have been established as satisfactory approach in managing atrial fibrillation ...
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Prevention of Pulmonary and Venous Thromboembolism Post Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery – Literature Review
Conclusion: According to the studies, tailored prophylaxis could be easily adapted to decrease the intensity and duration of postoperative thromboembolism in a patient with several disorders and comorbidities, especially in cardiovascular disease. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Transcatheter aortic valve implantation versus surgical aortic valve replacement for treatment of severe aortic stenosis: comparison of results from randomized controlled trials and real-world data
Conclusion: These results highlight the inconsistencies between RCTs and RWS in assessing long-term all-cause mortality in the treatment of AS using TAVI or SAVR, which may be caused by interactions of clinical characteristics or study design. RCTs as well as RWS are both developing and improving; the advantages of one kind of design, measurement and evaluation can and should be thoughtfully referred to the other. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research