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Postpartum Rupture of the Posteromedial Papillary Muscle
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We report a case of postpartum severe mitral regurgitation caused by papillary muscle rupture in a female with normal coronary arteries. The etiology of papillary muscle rupture was endocarditis from puerperal fever. Clinical stabilization was achieved with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) followed by mitral valve replacement two days later.(J Card Surg 2012;**:1‐3) (Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery)
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - February 7, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Adam J. HansenVincent L. SorrellAnthony D. CooperMichael J. Moulton Source Type: research
Repair of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Due to Noninfectious AortitisEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Surgical treatment of ITA has acceptable short‐ and mid‐term results. Because follow‐up serum levels of IgG and IgG4 were normal in survivors, postoperative corticosteroid therapy may not be indicated in patients in the absence of active vasculitis.(J Card Surg 2012;**:1‐6) (Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery)
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - February 7, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Tomas HolubecJan LacoZdenka HolubcovaJan VojacekJan DominikIvo SteinerJan Harrer Tags: O A Source Type: research
Actinomycetoma of the chest wall attributed to Nocardia nova after reconstructive surgery.Email this article to a colleague.
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A 29-year-old man, presented with multiple ulcers, nodules, abscesses, fistulae, and atrophic scars, over the right chest wall. Six years prior, the patient had a car accident, which resulted in skin loss of the right arm, shoulder, thoracic wall. In addition, he suffered a supracondylar fracture; orthopedic surgery and skin grafts were required. Material discharging from sinus tracts was obtained for mycological and bacteriological studies. Direct microscopic examination revealed small white grains. Cultures on Sabouraud and Lowenstein-Jensen media isolated orange-white colonies suggestive of Nocardia. PC...
Source: Dermatol Online J - February 6, 2012 Category: Dermatology Authors: Antunes J, Pacheco D, Travassos R, Sequeira H, Filipe P, Marques MS Tags: Dermatol Online J Source Type: research
Lung Separation in the Morbidly Obese PatientEmail this article to a colleague.
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Lung separation techniques in the morbidly obese patient undergoing thoracic or esophageal surgery may be at risk of complications during airway management. Access to the airway in the obese patient can be a challenge because they have altered airway anatomy, including a short and redundant neck, limited neck extension and accumulation of fat deposition in the pharyngeal wall contributing to difficult laryngoscopy. Securing the airway is the first priority in these patients followed by appropriate techniques for lung separation with the use of a single-lumen endotracheal tube and a bronchial blocker or another alternative ...
Source: Advances in Urology - February 6, 2012 Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research
Coronary artery bypass grafting associated to aortic valve replacement in the elderly: survival and quality of lifeEmail this article to a colleague.
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Myocardial ischemia is often associated to aortic valve stenosis in the elderly. Aim of this study was to evaluate the impact on survival and quality of life of CABG associated to aortic valve replacement in the septuagenarians and octogenarians.Between January 1991 and January 2010, 520 patients ageing >70 years underwent aortic valve replacement with a mechanical prosthesis in two Institutions. They were divided into 2 groups: Group A included 406 patients undergoing isolated aortic valve replacement; Group B 114 patients receiving aortic valve replacement and CABG. A comparative analysis of long-term survival and qualit...
Source: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery - February 6, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Mariano VicchioMarisa De FeoSalvatore GiordanoRaffaella ProvenzanoMaurizio CotrufoGianantonio Nappi Source Type: research
Cardiac Tamponade from A Giant Thymoma: Case reportEmail this article to a colleague.
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This report presents a patient who had hemorrhagic pericardial tamponade that likely resulted from the largest symptomatic mixed type (type AB) thymoma described in the literature . (Source: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery - February 6, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Osman FazliogullariNazan AtalanOnur GurerSerdar AkgunSinan Arsan Source Type: research
Feasibility and efficacy of bypassing the right ventricle and pulmonary circulation to treat right ventricular failure: an experimental studyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Bypassing the right ventricle and pulmonary circulation with an oxygenating assist device, which may offer the advantages of enhanced right ventricular decompression and augmented left atrial filling, is feasible and effective in the treatment of acute RVF. Long time experiments are needed. (Source: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery)
Source: Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery - February 6, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Jan SpillnerChristian StoppeNima HatamAndrea AmeriniAres MenonChristoph NixUlrich SteinseiferYousef AbusabhaHanna GiessenRudiger AutschbachMarcus Haushofer Source Type: research
Repeat percutaneous coronary revascularization: Indications and outcomes in a “Real World” cohortEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: In contemporary practice, patients undergoing a first stenting procedure have a low subsequent mortality, and the substantial majority (86.4%) requires no further revascularization over a median 3.8 year follow‐up. For those who do require repeat stenting, this is most commonly at a site remote from the first stent. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. (Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions)
Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - February 6, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: David AdlamNicholas EvansAneal MalhotraDisha MidhaFelicity RowleyDavid HutchingsMirae ShinGuy MoleAlexander StockenhuberMark LumbJonathan WordsworthSophie FrantalJ. Colin Forfar Tags: Coronary Artery Disease Source Type: research
Alcohol septal ablation after transaortic valve implantation: The dynamic nature of left outflow tract obstructionEmail this article to a colleague.
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This report highlights the dynamic nature of LVOT obstruction, which was successfully treated in our patient with catheter‐based alcohol septal ablation. The potential to unmask dynamic LVOT obstruction with TAVI should be an important consideration in patient selection for the procedure, and the postoperative assessment of these patients. © 2011 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. (Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions)
Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - February 6, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Paul SorajjaJeff D. BookerCharanjit S. Rihal Tags: Valvular and Structural Heart Diseases Source Type: research
Asymmetric focal pericardial thickening causing physiologically significant constrictive pericarditisEmail this article to a colleague.
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AbstractA 34‐year‐old woman presented with refractory ascites and edema. Echocardiography revealed normal left ventricular function with a restrictive diastolic filling pattern. Tissue Doppler velocities of the mitral annulus were normal. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed a focal region of pericardial thickening anterior to the right ventricle and normal thickness pericardium in the other segments. However, abnormal delayed enhancement MRI (consistent with inflammation) was present in both the thickened and the normal pericardial segments. Invasive hemodynamics confirmed constrictive physiology and the ...
Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - February 6, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Nauman SiddiqiMorton J. KernPranav M. Patel Tags: Valvular and Structural Heart Diseases Source Type: research
Long‐term results of cephalad arteries percutanoeus transluminal angioplasty with stent implantation (The CAPTAS registry)Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: CAS is safe and successful procedure with low early and long‐term adverse events. Special attention should be put on patients with bilateral and left ICA stenoses. If possible, longer stents should be applied. © 2011 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. (Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions)
Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - February 6, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Piotr P. BuszmanRadosław SzymańskiMarcin DębińskiKrzysztof MilewskiMarek KrólPrzemyslaw NowakowskiR. Stefan KieszMartin G. RadvanySzymon WiernekBarbara WiernekPawel E. Buszman Tags: Peripheral Vascular Disease Source Type: research
Mitral valve myxoma: Clinical features, current diagnostic approaches, and surgical management.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Two- and three-dimensional echocardiography and magnetic resonance imaging are the major diagnostic tools for the diagnosis of a cardiac myxoma. After diagnosis, surgery should be performed urgently, in order to prevent complications such as embolic events or obstruction of the mitral orifice. Due to the fact that myxomas can recur, regular, postoperative cardiological control is mandatory. (Cardiol J 2012; 19, 1: 105-109).
PMID: 22298179 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Cardiology Journal)
Source: Cardiology Journal - February 5, 2012 Category: Cardiology Authors: Yuan SM Tags: Cardiol J Source Type: research
Spontaneous pneumothorax in a patient with dendriform pulmonary ossification: report of a caseEmail this article to a colleague.
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We report herein the rare case of a patient with dendriform pulmonary ossification (DPO) who developed spontaneous pneumothorax.
A 33-year-old male with a history of bronchial asthma presented with pneumothorax of the left lung. An intraoperative inspection
revealed no findings of bullae in the entire left lung, but inflammatory pleural changes were identified on the interlobular
surface of the left lower lobe. In addition, hard, twig-like configurations were clearly palpable in the subpleural parenchyma
and were resected. A histological examination showed acicular bone formations containing myeloid tissue and marrow f...
Source: Surgery Today - February 3, 2012 Category: Surgery Tags: Surgery Today Source Type: research
CMS Releases Details Of Proposed National Coverage For TAVREmail this article to a colleague.
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On Thursday the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a memo containing details of its proposed Medicare coverage for TAVR (transcatheter aortic valve replacement). The memo is a response to a formal request for national coverage determination (NCD) from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC). The memo will be open for public comment until March 3, after which a final determination will be made. (Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News)
Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News - February 2, 2012 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Larry Husten Source Type: news
Cardinal Health Releases Smart-Seal Surgical MaskEmail this article to a colleague.
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Cardinal Health has made available its Smart-Seal surgical mask that improves both its fit and reduces interior fogging while providing a high level of filtration and resistance to liquids.From the announcement:Read More (Source: Medgadget Anesthesiology)
Source: Medgadget Anesthesiology - February 2, 2012 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Gene Ostrovsky Tags: Anesthesiology Cardiac Surgery Emergency Medicine Neurological Surgery Ob/Gyn Orthopedic Surgery Plastic Surgery Thoracic Surgery Urology Source Type: news
“From Bench to Practice”, ESC Congress set for Munich this summerEmail this article to a colleague.
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In response to feedback from delegates, this year’s congress will kick off on Saturday with a fuller day of scientific sessions. The grand finale on Wednesday will be a two-hour highlight session in which world leading experts summarise all the new and exciting developments in basic, clinical and population sciences presented at the congress. Read more about this year's event....
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Acute Coronary Syndromes (ACS), Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Basic Science, Cardiac Tumours, Cardiovascular Disease Prevention - Risk Assessment and Management, Cardiovascular Nursing, Cardi...
Source: European Society of Cardiology - February 2, 2012 Category: Cardiology Source Type: news
Study: Volume matters in high-risk orthotopic heart transplant patientsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Undergoing orthotopic heart transplantation at high-volume centers (those who perform more than 15 procedures per year) leads to better outcomes, according to a study published in the January issue of the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. It was found that high-risk patients who undergo transplants at low-volume centers had “exceedingly high” mortality rates; however, center volume mattered less for lower risk patients. (Source: Cardiovascular Business News)
Source: Cardiovascular Business News - February 2, 2012 Category: Cardiology Tags: Latest News Source Type: news
Leading Medical Groups Collaborate To Ensure Consistent, Responsible Uptake Of Transcatheter Aortic Valve ReplacementEmail this article to a colleague.
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With the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's recent approval of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) for patients with aortic valvular stenosis, the American College of Cardiology Foundation (ACCF), along with the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS), the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), today released an expert consensus document to provide important guidance on its use... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - February 2, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiovascular / Cardiology Source Type: news
Geography Over Need Is Putting Sicker Patients Needing Lung Transplant At Higher Risk Of DyingEmail this article to a colleague.
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The current system for allocating donated lungs based on proximity and not on need appears to decrease the potential benefits of lung transplantation and increase the number of patients who die waiting, researchers said at an annual meeting of thoracic surgeons in Fort Lauderdale, Fla... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - February 2, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Transplants / Organ Donations Source Type: news
A Mathematical Model for Predicting Malignancy of Solitary Pulmonary NodulesEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions Age, diameter, border, calcification, spiculation, and family history of tumor were independent predictors of malignancy in
patients with SPN. Our prediction model was sufficient to estimate malignancy in patients with SPN and proved to be more accurate
than the two existing models.
Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00268-012-1449-8Authors
Yun Li, Department of Thoracic Surgery, People’s Hospital of Peking University, No. 11 Xizhimen South Street, Xicheng District, 100044 Beijing, People’s Republic of ChinaJun Wang, Department of Thoracic Surgery, People’s Hospital ...
Source: World Journal of Surgery - February 2, 2012 Category: Surgery Tags: World Journal of Surgery Source Type: research
The association of rate pressure product (RPP) and myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI) findings: a preliminary study.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion. The study demonstrated that RPP is associated with MPI findings using gated SPECT imaging with dipyridamole stress. However, to confirm this preliminary result, further studies are mandatory.
PMID: 22301391 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Perfusion)
Source: Perfusion - February 2, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Ansari M, Javadi H, Pourbehi M, Mogharrabi M, Rayzan M, Semnani S, Jallalat S, Amini A, Abbaszadeh M, Barekat M, Nabipour I, Assadi M Tags: Perfusion Source Type: research
Anticoagulation monitoring during extracorporeal circulation with the HEPCON/HMS device.Email this article to a colleague.
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CONCLUSION: During cardiac surgery under CPB, heparin and protamine titration with the Hepcon/HMS device could predict a lower protamine dose and lower postoperative bleeding without higher thromboembolic events, and lower perioperative red blood cell transfusion with a shorter chest closure time.
PMID: 22301392 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Perfusion)
Source: Perfusion - February 2, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Noui N, Zogheib E, Walczak K, Werbrouck A, Ben Amar A, Dupont H, Caus T, Remadi J Tags: Perfusion Source Type: research
Review of Inhaled Nitric Oxide in the Pediatric Cardiac Surgery SettingEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Surgical intervention for congenital heart disease (CHD) can be complicated by pulmonary hypertension (PH), which increases
morbidity, mortality, and medical burden. Consequently, postoperative management of PH is an important clinical consideration
to improve outcomes. Inhaled nitric oxide (iNO) is a widely accepted standard of care for PH and has been studied in the context
of cardiac surgery for CHD. However, large randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter clinical trials in pediatric
patients are limited. This review will provide an overview of the clinical studies in this settin...
Source: Pediatric Cardiology - February 1, 2012 Category: Cardiology Tags: Pediatric Cardiology Source Type: research
Toluidine blue for the intraoperative staining of the ureters. Studies on the safe administration in ratsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions In rats, intravenous injection of 0.4 mg TB/kg was sufficient for the intraoperative staining of the urinary tract without
the risk of severe cardiovascular and hemodynamic side effects. Provided our results are transferable to humans, the administration
of low TB doses could allow its safer clinical use for the intraoperative visualization of the ureters.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00423-012-0907-yAuthors
Frank Petrat, Institut für Physiologische Chemie, Universitätsklinikum, Universität Duisburg-Essen, Hufelandstr. 55, 45122...
Source: Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery - February 1, 2012 Category: Surgery Tags: Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery Source Type: research
Who Should We Target for Diabetes Prevention and Diabetes Risk Reduction?Email this article to a colleague.
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This article provides an overview of the current literature and is intentionally focused on the identification
of high-risk populations (both adult and pediatric) that will help to address the key issues around the prevention of T2DM
in health care settings.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Translational Strategies for Diabetes Prevention (D Marrero, Section Editor)Pages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s11892-012-0255-xAuthors
Susann Blüher, Leipzig University Medical Center, IFB AdiposityDiseases, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, GermanyJana Markert, Leipzig University Medical Center, IFB AdiposityDiseases, University of Lei...
Source: Current Diabetes Reports - February 1, 2012 Category: Endocrinology Tags: Current Diabetes Reports Source Type: research
The calcitonin levels can sometimes mislead parathyroid surgeons in patients with chronic kidney disease and renal hyperparathyroidism: report of a caseEmail this article to a colleague.
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This report presents a case of a patient with CKD and mild rHPT scheduled for thyroidectomy
for a suspected medullary thyroid carcinoma (MTC) within a mononodular goiter. A hemithyroidectomy with resection of both
adjacent parathyroid glands and unilateral central lymph node dissection was performed. Histopathology revealed no evidence
of MTC. The rHPT, calcitonin and pentagastrin test subsequently normalized and follow-up revealed no evidence for MTC within
the remaining right thyroid lobe. Elevated calcitonin levels in patients with CKD may reflect a physiological response to
rHPT than rather represent MTC. The thre...
Source: Surgery Today - February 1, 2012 Category: Surgery Tags: Surgery Today Source Type: research
Angiodynamics to buy Navilyst for $372MEmail this article to a colleague.
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Angiodynamics, a maker of minimally invasive medical devices for vascular access, surgery, peripheral vascular disease and oncology, is planning to buy Navilyst Medical of Marlborough, Mass., from Avista Capital Partners for $372 million in cash and stock. (Source: Cardiovascular Business News)
Source: Cardiovascular Business News - February 1, 2012 Category: Cardiology Tags: Latest News Source Type: news
Right Ventricular Mass in an Asymptomatic HIV Positive PatientEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)‐ positive patients are known to have a higher risk of cardiovascular complications that are related to the underlying infection itself and also to the complications of their medical treatment. As longevity of these patients has increased owing to the advances in antiretroviral therapies, cardiovascular diseases including coagulative disorders may be more commonly encountered. A case of a right ventricular mass in an asymptomatic HIV positive patient detected by echocardiography is presented and the surgical management is described.(J Card Surg 2012;**:1‐3) (Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery)
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - February 1, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Ondrej LudkaTomas KonecnyZbynek PozdisekJan Cerny, Prof.Jindrich Spinar, Prof. Source Type: research
Cavernous Hemangioma of the Right AtriumEmail this article to a colleague.
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(J Card Surg 2012;**:1) (Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery)
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - February 1, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Sean D. GalvinSanjay K. SinhaAhmed El‐Gamel Tags: I C S Source Type: research
The Results of a Needs Assessment to Guide a Vascular Surgery Skills Simulation CurriculumEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Our needs assessment identified vascular procedures where simulation may be beneficial to improve the skill level of vascular trainees in Southern California. With economic and logistical constraints for simulation at each individual training facility, a potential approach to this educational challenge is a regional Southern California vascular surgery skills simulation center. (Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery)
Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery - February 1, 2012 Category: Surgery Authors: Karen Woo, Vincent L. Rowe, Fred A. Weaver, Maura E. Sullivan Tags: Clinical Research Source Type: research
Preoperative Cardiac Evaluation and Perioperative Cardiac Therapy in Patients Undergoing Open Surgery for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms: Effects on Cardiovascular OutcomeEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusion: These data suggest a significant benefit of an intensive cardiac preoperative evaluation in reducing the incidence of perioperative and postoperative cardiac morbidity and mortality. (Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery)
Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery - February 1, 2012 Category: Surgery Authors: Pompilio Faggiano, Stefano Bonardelli, Stefania De Feo, Mariangela Valota, Silvia Frattini, Edoardo Cervi, Cristina Guadrini, Stefano M. Giulini, Livio Dei Cas Tags: Clinical Research Source Type: research
Perioperative Methylprednisolone and Outcome in Neonates Undergoing Heart SurgeryEmail this article to a colleague.
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This multicenter observational analysis did not find any benefit associated with methylprednisolone in neonates undergoing heart surgery and suggested increased infection in certain subgroups. These data reinforce the need for a large randomized trial in this population. (Source: PEDIATRICS)
Source: PEDIATRICS - February 1, 2012 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pasquali, S. K., Li, J. S., He, X., Jacobs, M. L., O'Brien, S. M., Hall, M., Jaquiss, R. D. B., Welke, K. F., Peterson, E. D., Shah, S. S., Gaynor, J. W., Jacobs, J. P. Tags: Article Source Type: research
Association of Center Volume With Mortality and Complications in Pediatric Heart SurgeryEmail this article to a colleague.
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These data suggest that the higher mortality observed at lower volume centers in children undergoing heart surgery may be related to a higher rate of mortality in those with postoperative complications, rather than a higher rate of complications alone. (Source: PEDIATRICS)
Source: PEDIATRICS - February 1, 2012 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pasquali, S. K., Li, J. S., Burstein, D. S., Sheng, S., O'Brien, S. M., Jacobs, M. L., Jaquiss, R. D. B., Peterson, E. D., Gaynor, J. W., Jacobs, J. P. Tags: Article Source Type: research
Evaluation of vertical traction radiography for predicting the outcome of moderate to severe rigid scoliosis correctionEmail this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Traction radiographic imaging is an effective, feasible preoperative assessment for determining which vertebrae are stable, designing the surgical strategy and choosing the UIV and LIV for correcting moderate to severe, rigid scoliosis. (Source: Orthopaedic Surgery)
Source: Orthopaedic Surgery - February 1, 2012 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Yu ZhaoGui‐xing QiuYi‐peng WangJian‐xiong ShenHong ZhaoYe LiYu JiangXiang LiXiao Chang Source Type: research
2012 ACCF/AATS/SCAI/STS expert consensus document on transcatheter aortic valve replacementEmail this article to a colleague.
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Source: Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions - February 1, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: David R. HolmesMichael J. MackSanjay KaulArvind AgnihotriA. Pieter KappeteinKaren P. AlexanderJane A. LinderbaumSteven R. BaileyChirojit MukherjeeJohn H. CalhoonDebabrata MukherjeeBlase A. CarabelloCatherine M. OttoMilind Y. DesaiCarlos E. RuizFred H. Edw Source Type: research
HealthStream and Laerdal Unveil New Clinical Simulator Management ToolsEmail this article to a colleague.
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HealthStream and Laerdal Medical launched a couple new products for managing and studying clinical simulations.SimView allows for recording of simulation video, audio, data logs, and how the virtual patient responds to therapy. SimManager is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) application that helps manage simulation routines from scheduling, to progress tracking, to delivering reports while tracking room and equipment availability.Read More (Source: Medgadget Anesthesiology)
Source: Medgadget Anesthesiology - January 31, 2012 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Gene Ostrovsky Tags: Anesthesiology Cardiac Surgery Ob/Gyn Thoracic Surgery Urology Vascular Surgery Source Type: news
Phenotyping of pulmonary carcinoids and a Ki-67-based grading approachEmail this article to a colleague.
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This study indicates that PI in addition to mitotic
count may improve prediction of the biological behavior of PC and should be validated in prospective studies.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00428-012-1194-2Authors
Tina Zahel, Institute for Pathology, University Hospital Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 220/221, 69120 Heidelberg, GermanySabine Krysa, Department of Thoracic Surgery, Thoraxklinik Heidelberg, Heidelberg, GermanyEsther Herpel, Institute for Pathology, University Hospital Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 220/221, 69120 Heidelberg, GermanyAlbrecht Stenzinger, ...
Source: Virchows Archiv - January 31, 2012 Category: Pathology Tags: Virchows Archiv Source Type: research
New Appropriate Use Criteria Reflect Latest Scientific Data On Restoring Blood Flow To HeartEmail this article to a colleague.
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Updated appropriate use criteria released recently offer detailed guidance on when to use an invasive procedure to improve blood flow to the heart and how to choose the best procedure for each patient. The clinical scenarios, written by a group of cardiologists and cardiac surgeons, affirm the role of revascularization for patients with acute coronary syndromes and significant symptoms... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - January 31, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Cardiovascular / Cardiology Source Type: news
The adhering junctions of valvular interstitial cells: molecular composition in fetal and adult hearts and the comings and goings of plakophilin-2 in situ, in cell culture and upon re-association with scaffoldsEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract The interstitial cells of cardiac valves represent one of the most frequent cell types in the mammalian heart. In order to
provide a cell and molecular biological basis for the growth of isolated valvular interstitial cells (VICs) in cell culture
and for the use in re-implantation surgery we have examined VICs in situ and in culture, in fetal, postnatal and adult hearts,
in re-associations with scaffolds of extracellular matrix (ECM) material and decellularized heart valves. In all four mammalian
species examined (human, bovine, porcine and ovine), the typical mesenchymal-type cell-cell adherens jun...
Source: Cell and Tissue Research - January 31, 2012 Category: Cytology Tags: Cell and Tissue Research Source Type: research
A successful rescue with extra-anatomical bypass for massive bleeding of the brachiocephalic artery following salvage pharyngo-esophagectomyEmail this article to a colleague.
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Abstract Massive bleeding from large vessels is a serious and life-threatening complication after radical esophagectomy. Here, we present
the rare case of patient survival following two episodes of massive bleeding from a tracheo-brachiocephalic artery fistula
after salvage surgery for cervical esophageal cancer following definitive chemoradiation. During the first episode of bleeding,
the damaged part of the brachiocephalic artery was transected with an extra-anatomical arterial bypass (right femoro-axillo
artery bypass graft) to maintain the arterial blood flow to the brain and the free jejunal graft. Duri...
Source: Esophagus - January 31, 2012 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Esophagus Source Type: research
Complications after end-to-end vs. side-to-side anastomosis in ileocecal Crohn’s disease—early postoperative results from a randomized controlled multi-center trial (ISRCTN-45665492)Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions Because of the early discontinuation of the study, it is not possible to provide a statement about the perianastomotic recurrence
rates regarding the primary endpoint. With regard to the early postoperative outcome, we observed no difference between the
two types of anastomosis.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Controlled Clinical TrialPages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00423-012-0904-1Authors
Urte Zurbuchen, Department of General, Vascular and Thoracic Surgery, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Berlin, GermanyAnton J. Kroesen, Department of General, Visceral and Tra...
Source: Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery - January 31, 2012 Category: Surgery Tags: Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery Source Type: research
Left Atrial Myxoma Complicated with an Acute Upper Extremity Embolism.Email this article to a colleague.
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Atrial myxoma is the most common benign tumor of the heart. Patients who have atrial myxoma usually present with cardiac obstruction, arrhythmia, or peripheral embolization. We encountered an unusual case of acute upper extremity ischemia due to a massive atrial myxoma in a young man. A 38-year-old man was admitted to our hospital with an acute onset of severe, right upper extremity pain and paralysis while working. Neurologic examination yielded normal results, but the patient showed no palpable right radial or ulnar artery. Routine sonographic evaluation revealed acute aortic embolism in his right brachi...
Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - January 31, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Chiba K, Abe H, Kitanaka Y, Makuuchi H Tags: Ann Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research
Multiple Cardiac Perforations Following Radiofrequency Catheter Ablation: Case Report and Literature Reviews.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: Urgent exploratory surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass is the key to salvage the patient.
PMID: 22293306 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - January 31, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Liu P, Ren S, Qian S, Wang F Tags: Ann Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research
Miliary Tuberculosis Complicated by Pulmonary Cavitations and Pneumothorax in a 14-Month Old Boy.Email this article to a colleague.
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We report a case of a 14-month-old boy with miliary tuberculosis and recurrent pneumothorax due to cavities in the left lung. This boy had no previous medical history and was referred to our hospital for a severe pneumonia. Initial chest radiograph showed bilateral miliary pattern. Direct microscopy of gastric lavage showed the presence of tubercle bacilli, providing definitive diagnosis. In spite of effective medication, his status rapidly worsened. A cardiac resuscitation was followed by intubation, and he required high-pressure ventilation for four weeks. He developed left pneumothorax, for which several drainages were ...
Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - January 31, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Ballouhey Q, Lau S, Accadbled F, Wahn U, Kaiser D, Rothe K, Magdorf K Tags: Ann Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research
Dissecting Aneurysm in A Patient with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease.Email this article to a colleague.
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Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) is primarily associated with renal failure, but it also causes systemic diseases, including cysts of other systemic organs and cerebral or visceral aneurysm. To make matters worse, life-threatening aortic diseases are associated with ADPKD in some cases. However, only a few reports of ADPKD-associated with thoracic aortic dissection have been published. Herein, we present a case of dissecting aneurysm in a patient with hypertension and ADPKD. He had been followed up for type B aortic dissection for six years. Preoperative creatinine level ranged from 2.1...
Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - January 31, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Fukunaga N, Yuzaki M, Nasu M, Okada Y Tags: Ann Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research
Fibulin-5 Protein Is Reduced in the Lung of Patients with Spontaneous Pneumothorax Who Are Under 25 Years Old.Email this article to a colleague.
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Conclusions: We showed that fibulin-5 is reduced in patients with PSP who are younger than 25 years.
PMID: 22293309 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - January 31, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Hirai Y, Muragaki Y, Itoh S, Oikawa K, Juri M, Kondo T, Okamura Y Tags: Ann Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research
Atypically Located Pericardial Cyst in a Patient Who Underwent Off-pump Myocardial Revascularization.Email this article to a colleague.
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We present a case of an atypically located pericardial cyst in a patient who underwent myocardial revascularization. A 61-year-old man with acute myocardial infarction was scheduled for coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Preoperative chest computed tomography revealed a homogenous cystic lesion in the superior mediastinum. The mass was located between the ascending aorta, the superior vena cava, and the left innominate vein. It was growing to the anterior of the aorta and to the right anterior paratracheal area. The density of the mass was close to that of water; thus, the contrast medium failed to enhance its visuali...
Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - January 31, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Ozaki M, Ogiwara M, Okamura N, Otsu Y, Tanaka T, Kira Y, Shimizu S Tags: Ann Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research
A Congenital Arteriovenous Malformation Originating from the Aorta Locating in the Posterior Mediastinum.Email this article to a colleague.
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Vascular malformations located in the posterior mediastinum are extremely rare. Most of them are found coincidentally during routine examinations. Only a small percentage of these posterior mediastinal arteriovenous malformation cases may cause symptoms such as dyspnea due to compression of surrounding tissues. Radiologic imaging can be insufficient in some cases for differential diagnosis. Because of their vascular nature, diagnostic needle biopsy may have a high risk of bleeding. Open surgical resection is a safe treatment choice under many circumstances, and it helps the diagnosis as well. In this paper...
Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - January 31, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Oto O, Metin SK, Guzeloglu M, Gulcu A, Karabay N, Gurel D, Maltepe F Tags: Ann Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research
Thoratec HeartMate II(®) Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation in Patient with Patent Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt.Email this article to a colleague.
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We report a case of HeartMate II® left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation as a destination therapy in a patient with a patent ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt after being suffered from subarachnoid hemorrhage. Because the patient's VP shunt was running through her right anterior chest and abdominal wall, a driveline exit site was selected in her left upper quadrant to avoid unnecessary perioperative complication in relation to the patent VP shunt tube. Tailored driveline placement was a key element of this LVAD implantation in this already sick patient with multiple comorbidities.
PMID: 22293312 [PubMed - as...
Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - January 31, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Yamane K, Bogar LJ, Tabata S, Hirose H Tags: Ann Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research
Thoracoscopic Mediastinal Lymph Node Dissection Using an Endoscopic Spacer.Email this article to a colleague.
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In this report, we demonstrate the utility of SECUREA for complete thoracoscopic mediastinal lymph node dissection in patients with non-small cell lung cancer.
PMID: 22293313 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery)
Source: Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - January 31, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Akiba T, Marushima H, Hirano K, Morikawa T Tags: Ann Thorac Cardiovasc Surg Source Type: research
