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Cardiac Surgery in the Time of Coronavirus
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Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Domingo Marcolino Braile (1938-2020) Surgeon - Scientist - Professor - Businessman - Aviator The last flight of a great man
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Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

A Tribute to a Master: Professor Domingo M. Braile
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Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - June 10, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Are Pre and Postoperative Platelet to Lymphocyte Ratio and Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio Associated with Early Postoperative AKI Following CABG?
We report an isolated cardiac hydatid cyst located in the IVS in an 18-year-old man diagnosed incidentally by transthoracic echocardiography. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging confirmed a mass lesion of 47 ×74 mm in diameter located at the base of IVS. The cystic content and its germinative membrane were resected and the cavity was applicated under cardiopulmonary bypass. Postoperative course was uneventful and the patient was discharged on the 6th postoperative day, with oral albendazole therapy. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Asymptomatic Huge Cardiac Hydatid Cyst Located in the Interventricular Septum
We report an isolated cardiac hydatid cyst located in the IVS in an 18-year-old man diagnosed incidentally by transthoracic echocardiography. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging confirmed a mass lesion of 47 ×74 mm in diameter located at the base of IVS. The cystic content and its germinative membrane were resected and the cavity was applicated under cardiopulmonary bypass. Postoperative course was uneventful and the patient was discharged on the 6th postoperative day, with oral albendazole therapy. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Compression of the Left Atrium and Pulmonary Veins Due to Ascending and Descending Aortic Aneurysms
Abstract An 89-year-old female patient presented to our cardiology outpatient clinic complaining of shortness of breath and back pain. Chest X-ray demonstrated a widened mediastinum. Transthoracic echocardiography showed an ascending aortic aneurysm and the modified apical 5-chamber view showed that left atrium was compressed between the ascending and descending aortas. Color Doppler turbulence was also seen in the compressed area. A contrast-enhanced chest computed tomography scan in axial and coronal planes showed that left atrium and pulmonary veins were compressed by ascending and descending aortic aneurysms. Herein, w...
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

A Very Rare Combination: two Scimitar Veins and a Myocardial Bridge
Abstract Scimitar syndrome is a rare congenital anomaly characterized by partial or complete anomalous pulmonary venous drainage of the right (rarely left) lung into the inferior vena cava. This anomalous vein resembles the curved Turkish sword “ scimitar ” [1]. Only few cases were reported with two scimitar veins[2]. “ Myocardial bridge ” constitutes a portion of the myocardial tissue that bridges a segment of the coronary artery, mostly the left anterior descending coronary artery . For the first time, a combination of double scimitar vein and a myocardial bridge was described in this study. (Source: Revista Bra...
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Batista Procedure with the Aid of Intraoperative Epicardial Echocardiography
Conclusions: We believe that the use of intraoperative echocardiography may have the potential to make the Batista procedure less technically demanding and more reproducible for surgeons with little experience in the procedure. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Acute Kidney Injury Associated with Cardiac Surgery: a Comprehensive Literature Review
Conclusion: Several factors can significantly increase the rate of AKI; identification and minimization of such factors can lead to lower rates of CSA-AKI and lower perioperative morbidity and mortality rates. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Update on Management of Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation After Cardiac Surgery
Abstract Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) after cardiac surgery remarkably remains the most prevalent event in perioperative cardiac surgery, having great clinical and economic implications. The purpose of this study is to present recommendations based on international evidence and adapted to our clinical practice for the perioperative management of POAF. This update is based on the latest current literature derived from articles and guidelines regarding atrial fibrillation. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Predicting Outcomes of Penetrating Cardiovascular Injuries at a Rural Center by Different Scoring Systems
Conclusion: TRISS has the highest predictivity for in-hospital mortality in patients with penetrating cardiovascular trauma. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Is there any Link Between Vitamin D and Recurrence of Atrial Fibrillation after Cardioversion?
Conclusion: In our study, there is a strong association between vitD level and AF recurrence after CV. VitD deficiency might be a predictor of high risk of AF recurrence after CV and vitD supplementation during the follow-up might help the maintenance of sinus rhythm. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Minithoracotomy vs. Conventional Mitral Valve Surgery for Rheumatic Mitral Valve Stenosis: a Single-Center Analysis of 128 Patients
Conclusion: The minimally invasive approach for RMS is feasible and has an excellent cosmetic effect without increasing the risk of surgical complications. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Effect of Papaverine on Left Internal Mammary Artery Flow: Topical Spraying versus Perivascular Injection Method
Conclusion: Papaverine delivery to LIMA by the perivascular injection method provided statistically significant higher flows when compared to the topical spray method. Hence, the perivascular delivery of papaverine is more efficient than the spray method in impro ving LIMA blood flow. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research

Mean Platelet Volume-to-Platelet Count Ratio, Mean Platelet Volume-to-Lymphocyte Ratio, and Red Blood Cell Distribution Width-Platelet Count Ratio as Markers of Inflammation in Patients with Ascending Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
Conclusion: The results for MPV, MPVPCR, MPVLR and RDWPCR can be evaluated as useful parameters in the emergency clinical approach in the evaluation of inflammatory activity in ATAA patients. More extensive studies are required to address the role of these parameters in determining the severity of the disease. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular)
Source: Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Cardiovascular - May 1, 2020 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research