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Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:57:11 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302134&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F1014%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302134 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302133&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F1013%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302133 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302133 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302132&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F1012%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302132 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302131&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F1011%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302131 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302131 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302130&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F1010-a%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302130 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302129&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F1010%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302129 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302128&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F1006%3Frss%3D1 Nael Martini was one of the leading academic general thoracic surgeons of the late 20th century. His most notable contributions related to the surgical and multimodality treatment of lung cancer. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302128 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302127&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F1005%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302127 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302126&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F998%3Frss%3D1 Primary bronchopulmonary carcinoids comprise a significant proportion of carcinoid tumors. The clinical presentation allows prediction of the diagnosis and cell type and directs evaluation and treatment. Young age, central tumor, and no nodal enlargement are highly suggestive of typical carcinoid. These patients require no further diagnostic or staging tests beyond chest computed tomography and bronchoscopy before resection using parenchyma-sparing techniques. All bronchopulmonary carcinoids are malignant (though indolent), and surgical intervention is the mainstay of treatment. Mediastinoscopy is suggested when there is moderate suspicion of atypical carcinoid (central cN1 or peripheral cN0), with lobectomy and lymphadenectomy if the mediastinal nodes are benign. For a high suspicion of a... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302126 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302126 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302125&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F996%3Frss%3D1 Exposure and stabilization of coronary arteries in the circumflex and right territory is essential for off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting. A new, easy technique of exposing and stabilizing coronary arteries using a sinker (weight) hung on a silicone elastomer suture for hemostasis from the arteriotomy is described. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302125 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302124&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F994%3Frss%3D1 We describe a simple and reliable technique for left ventricular apical cannulation for this device, which also facilitates decannulation without the use of cardiopulmonary bypass. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302124 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302123&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F992%3Frss%3D1 The standard techniques and prosthetic materials for graft replacement in aortic surgery have been dramatically improved. However, persistent oozing and bleeding during aortic surgery sometimes occur and lead to life-threatening problems because of severe coagulopathy, which results from induced hypothermia, long cardiopulmonary bypass time, or fragile aortic walls by acute aortic dissection. Although various techniques and devices for reduction of bleeding have been already documented, these techniques are not always perfect and are sometimes complex. A new wrapping technique with insertion of fat tissue, as described in this report, is simple and provides a perfect hemostasis. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302123 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302122&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F990%3Frss%3D1 Bleeding from an aortic suture line or cannula site may be difficult to control, especially in the patient with a fragile or dilated aorta. This method of wrapping a vascular graft around the aorta to relieve tension on the suture line and control bleeding is simple and effective, and it facilitates obtaining the proper tension of the wrapped graft. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302122 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302122 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302121&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F989%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302121 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302121 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302120&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F988%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302120 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302120 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302119&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F987%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302119 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302119 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302118&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F985%3Frss%3D1 A 25-year-old man with severe pectus excavatum and an atrial septal defect had simultaneous repair of the defects, using a patch for closure of the defect and placement of a Nuss bar for the chest wall defect. Details of the procedure and outcome are described. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302118 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302118 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302117&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F983%3Frss%3D1 Chondroid syringoma, an uncommon, slow-growing, benign, sweat-gland tumor located on the upper right chest wall of a 66-year-old woman is presented. This skin adenexal tumor is typically located on the head and neck region. The unusual location of chondroid syringoma made an accurate preoperative diagnosis difficult, and diagnosis was achieved only by excisional biopsy and histopathologic examination. Total surgical excision remains the best therapeutic option to avoid tumor recurrence and close follow-up is recommended because of a rare possibility of malignant transformation and visceral metastases. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302117 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302117 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302116&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F981%3Frss%3D1 We used inhaled epoprostenol (with intravenous phenylephrine) during one-lung ventilation to improve oxygenation in a patient with severe interstitial lung disease undergoing video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery. The pharmacologic manipulation of pulmonary blood flow remains an underused strategy for the management of hypoxemia during one-lung ventilation. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302116 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302116 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302115&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F979%3Frss%3D1 We present a case of a patient requiring prolonged mechanical ventilation with prohibitive cervical anatomy for standard tracheostomy secondary to severe ankylosing spondylitis and a cervical spine fracture. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302115 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302115 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302114&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F977%3Frss%3D1 We report a case of severe tracheal compression and obstruction requiring mechanical ventilation presenting 2 days postoperatively. Placement of a silicone tracheal stent relieved the obstruction in the distal trachea and facilitated extubation. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302114 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302114 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302113&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F975%3Frss%3D1 We present a case of an elderly woman who is 3 years postoperative left, single lung transplantation with a history of emphysema that developed extensive infarction of her transplanted lung secondary to thromboembolic disease. She required an allograft pneumonectomy as treatment for this and was eventually discharged on bi-level nasal positive pressure at night and 3 L nasal cannula oxygen during the day. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302113 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302113 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302112&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F973%3Frss%3D1 We report a successful two-stage treatment for an infant with truncus arteriosus with aortic arch interruption. The treatment consisted of flow-adjustable bilateral pulmonary artery banding using clipping and postoperative balloon dilation, followed by staged repair. The merits of this strategy are as follows: (1) bilateral pulmonary artery banding is less invasive than neonatal one-stage repair; (2) use of cardiopulmonary bypass can be avoided in the newborn period; and (3) control of pulmonary blood flow adjusted for body size is possible. Although further studies are needed, our therapeutic strategy might provide a clinically important option for managing severe congenital heart disease. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302112 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302112 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302111&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F971%3Frss%3D1 We report a Kawashima procedure (total cavopulmonary shunt) successfully carried out for asplenia syndrome, pulmonary atresia, and major aortopulmonary collateral arteries. At the age of 8, the patient underwent staged bilateral unifocalizations using confluent central pulmonary arteries concomitant with bilateral modified Blalock-Taussig shunts. As the result of an interrupted inferior vena cava with azygous continuation, the patient required a Kawashima procedure with augmentation of the central pulmonary arteries for definitive palliation 1 year later. Cyanosis, respiratory distress, and ventricular function improved. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302111 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302111 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302110&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F969%3Frss%3D1 We present a case of a giant right coronary artery pseudoaneurysm that presented as a right atrial intracardiac mass. Preoperatively, a two-dimensional echocardiogram, a computed tomographic scan, a magnetic resonance image, and cardiac catheterization were performed to diagnose and assess the origins of the mass. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302110 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302110 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302109&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F968%3Frss%3D1 We present the first case of an intracardiac malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor with rhabdomyoblastic differentiation (malignant Triton tumor) in a 63-year-old man who underwent elective, uncomplicated resection of his symptomatic left atrial mass. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302109 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302109 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302108&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F965%3Frss%3D1 We present the case of a 24-year-old man with left hemiplegia and bilateral popliteal artery occlusion associated with left ventricular mass. The patient underwent successful excision of a pedunculated mass attached to the trabeculae of left ventricular cavity. Histopathologic examination confirmed the presence of fibroma associated with septic thrombus. The association of fibroma and embolization is rare. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302108 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302108 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302107&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F963%3Frss%3D1 The combination of coronary artery aneurysm and pulmonary artery fistula is extremely rare and its common cause is atherosclerosis. A 61- year-old woman presented with a giant coronary artery aneurysm with pulmonary artery fistula and intramyocardial calcifications of the left ventricle associated with progressive atherosclerosis due to chronic hemodialysis. The coronary artery aneurysm was resected under cardiopulmonary bypass because of hemodynamic instability due to restrictive cardiac dysfunction. The patient's restrictive cardiac dysfunction was improved after aneurysm resection. Surgical resection should be considered for giant coronary artery aneurysm with restrictive cardiac dysfunction. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302107 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302107 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302106&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F961%3Frss%3D1 We report a case with rare anomalous origins of the right coronary artery that arises from the ascending aorta. An 82-year-old woman scheduled for aortic valve replacement for severe aortic stenosis was incidentally found to have an unusual origin of the right coronary artery during routine screening for coronary artery disease by preoperative 64-slice multi-detector row computed tomographic angiography. The artery originated from the left surface of the ascending aorta approximately 2 cm above the sinotubular junction, where the transverse aortotomy is routinely placed. This detection resulted in avoidance of an intraoperative interruption of the right coronary artery. A preoperative multi-detector row computed tomography angiographic scan was very useful not only for evaluation of the co... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302106 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302106 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302105&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F959%3Frss%3D1 A 71-year-old man presented with general fatigue associated with syncope and fever, and was admitted to our hospital and treated with antibiotics for pneumonia. On day 10 after admission, cardiac echocardiography showed a ventricular septal perforation and giant vegetation floating in the right ventricle near the tricuspid valve, which had not been detected at the time of admission. An emergency operation (including vegetation excision, debridement, ventricular septal perforation patch closure, and tricuspid valve replacement) was performed. A permanent pacemaker was implanted on postoperative day 34, and the patient was discharged without any complications. A culture of the excised vegetation and blood culture revealed methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus. There has been no previ... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302105 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302105 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302104&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F957%3Frss%3D1 This report describes a 25-year-old previously healthy man with infectious endocarditis that was found to have been caused by R equi complicated by a subarachnoid hemorrhage, subdural hematoma, and a superior mesenteric artery aneurysm. The patient was successfully treated with antibiotic therapy, followed by a resection of the superior mesenteric artery aneurysm and a repair of the mitral valve. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302104 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302104 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302103&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F955%3Frss%3D1 We report a case of recurrent mitral regurgitation due to calcification of the expanded polytetrafluoroethylene sutures. According to pathologic findings, it was believed that due to the dystrophic calcification of the fibrous tissue covering the expanded polytetrafluoroethylene sutures, there was increased hyalinization, leading to sclerosis and shortening of the chordae. Calcification of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene sutures after mitral valve repair is a rare complication; however, careful follow-up should be needed because such change may occur in long-term periods after implantation. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302103 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302102&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F953%3Frss%3D1 This report highlights the importance of an integrated team approach of highly skilled specialists for these novel interventions. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302102 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302102 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302101&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F951%3Frss%3D1 We report the case of a 29-year-old woman with combined bronchial rupture and aortic valve tear after blunt chest trauma. She was successfully treated with primary repair of both lesions. The importance of chest computed tomography and transthoracic echocardiography in the diagnosis of these lesions is discussed. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302101 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302101 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302100&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F949%3Frss%3D1 We report the case of a 41-year-old woman with chronic cold-induced urticaria, who underwent a successful coronary bypass grafting, and describe perioperative management of this rare disorder. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302100 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302099&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F947%3Frss%3D1 Malignant hyperthermia is a rare but well-described hypermetabolic disorder of skeletal muscle that can be potentially fatal if untreated. In our patient, malignant hyperthermia developed several minutes after discontinuation of the known triggering agent after an uncomplicated coronary revascularization. This case illustrates the dramatic presentation and successful management of a rare disease with a rare onset. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302099 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302099 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302098&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F943%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions This new sinus prosthesis maintains normal configuration of the aortic root with three distinct sinuses of Valsalva and straight commissural pillars in systemic circulation. The noncompliant material induces abnormal leaflet bending during systole, but leaflets do not collide with the wall of prosthesis. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302098 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302098 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302097&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F941%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302097 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302096&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F938%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Our initial experience with our new valved conduit showed favorable results. Further accumulation of cases and longer follow-up are warranted. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302096 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302096 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302095&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F931%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Esophageal leaks and fistulas can be effectively managed with cSEMS as a primary modality. The potential benefits of esophageal stenting are healing without diversion or reconstruction and early return to an oral diet. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302095 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302095 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302094&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F926%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Thoracic surgeons can successfully implement a tobacco cessation program with an excellent rate of abstinence compared with reported cessation rates at 3 months from the literature. Further investigation with a larger sample size, longer follow-up, and improved utilization of the quitline is warranted. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302094 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302094 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302093&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F918%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Children with congenital tracheal stenosis benefit from external tracheal stabilization. Survival in patients after external tracheal stabilization is significantly influenced by concomitant conditions. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302093 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302093 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302092&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F912%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The surgical outcome of patients with thymic carcinoma depends on the Masaoka stage and histologic grade. Patients with early Masaoka stage and low or intermediate histologic grade had favorable prognoses. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302092 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302091&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F907%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The extremely poor prognosis of sarcomatoid malignant pleural mesothelioma is independent of the extent of surgery unlike other cell types. Patients with sarcomatoid histology should therefore be considered separately in trials evaluating radical procedures and adjuvant treatment. The treatment of biphasic pleural mesothelioma remains debatable. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302091 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302091 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302090&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F899%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions An extrapulmonary airway bypass increases expiratory flow in emphysema. This may be a useful approach in hyperinflated patients with homogeneous emphysema. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302090 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302090 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302089&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F891%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Air leaks remain an important cause of morbidity. Pleurodesis is an effective option in management of PAL after major pulmonary resection. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302089 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302089 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302088&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F885%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Introduction of EUS and EBUS reduced use of mediastinoscopy. Discovery of N2 disease at surgery was higher than expected initially, but with experience results proved comparable to those of mediastinoscopy. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302088 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302088 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302087&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F883%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302087 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302087 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302086&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F877%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Superselective segmentectomy is an applicable optional strategy for the surgical management of indeterminate small and deep pulmonary nodules. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302086 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302086 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302085&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F875%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302085 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302085 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302084&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F870%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Long-term survival is possible in case of an R1 margin, but 5-year survival rates are jeopardized. Poor efficacy of adjuvant therapy and global outcome indicate advanced disease or reflect tumor cell aggressiveness, rather than surgical insufficiency, when prevention of R1 margins is guided by frozen-section examination and scrupulously respected. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302084 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302084 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302083&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F864%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions BVI is an independent poor prognostic factor in patients with pathologic stage IA NSCLC. These T1a and T1b patients with BVI both might benefit from adjuvant chemotherapy. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302083 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302083 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302082&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F858%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Shunting or primary repair of neonates with symptomatic TOF provides equivalent mortality and results. Shunted patients had fewer transannular patch repairs despite having more emergent initial operations. Compared with the primary repair group, shunted patients had decreased intensive care unit and hospital stays for the first hospitalization, which were neutralized when the second operation (repair) values were added. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302082 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302082 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302081&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F851%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Although the adequacy of spinal cord collateral assessment in coarctation repair is imperfect, no spinal cord ischemia occurred with coarctation repair and LHB. We recommend LHB in patients with mild or complex coarctation. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302081 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302081 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302080&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F843%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions We created a simple bedside tool to identify children at high risk for major infection after cardiac surgery. These patients may be targeted for interventions to reduce the risk of infection and for inclusion in future clinical trials. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302080 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302080 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302079&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F837%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Oral budesonide is an effective therapy for treating protein-losing enteropathy after the Fontan operation. To maintain response, low-dose therapy must be continued. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302079 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302079 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302078&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F835%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302078 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302078 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302077&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F829%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions These results demonstrate that engraftment of SKMBs is impaired when transplantation is delayed until a chronic infarct has developed. Hepatocyte growth factor in MI declines with time and may enhance engraftment of SKMBs transplanted early after MI. Delivery of exogenous HGF to enhance SKMB engraftment in chronic infarcts warrants further investigation. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302077 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302077 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302076&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F819%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Importantly, this study demonstrates in vitro generation of viable human heart valves based on CD133+ cells derived from umbilical cord blood. These findings constitute a significant step forward in the development of new clinical strategies for the treatment of congenital defects. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302076 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302076 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302075&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F817%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302075 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302075 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302074&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F811%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Careful consideration of operative indications and methods are necessary in cirrhotic patients with low platelet counts or high MELD scores. A high incidence of hospital morbidity is predicted in patients with platelet counts of less than 9.6 x 104/µL or MELD scores exceeding 13. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302074 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302074 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302073&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F810%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302073 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302073 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302072&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F805%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Surviving octogenarians remain at home, function independently, and engage in regular leisure activities years after cardiac surgery. This information might help physicians and surgeons regarding long-term outcome of open cardiac surgery in octogenarians. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302072 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302072 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302071&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F803%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302071 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302071 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302070&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F800%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Cannulation of the innominate artery with a side graft is safe and effective in arch surgery. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302070 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302070 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302069&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F794%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The combined surgical and endovascular technique described in this report proved effective for the treatment of extended aortic lesions. The perigraft space thrombosed completely and had shrunken after successful placement of the stent graft. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302069 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302069 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302068&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F787%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The EuroSCORE has low discrimination ability for valve surgery, and it sensibly overpredicts risk. Alternative risk scoring algorithms should be seriously considered. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302068 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302068 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302067&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F786%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302067 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302067 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302066&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F781%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The present study demonstrated that EA pretreatment may alleviate cardiac ischemia-reperfusion injury in adult patients undergoing heart valve replacements. This simple and convenient treatment has the potential to be used in the clinic for reducing myocardial injury in patients with heart valve replacement surgery. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302066 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302066 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302065&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F773%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Our large series failed to detect a protective effect of preoperative statin therapy on perioperative outcomes or long-term survival in patients undergoing isolated valve surgery. Valve patients undergoing concomitant coronary artery bypass grafting, however, appear to receive a long-term survival benefit from statins. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302065 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302065 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302064&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F772%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302064 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302064 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302045&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2Fe15%3Frss%3D1 We present a patient with a gastric bascule: a gastric volvulus due to two lead points. A 17-year-old boy with dextrogastria, asplenia, and left diaphragmatic eventration presented with acute onset of nonbilious emesis, jaundice, and diffuse abdominal tenderness. Surgical exploration demonstrated a gastric volvulus, with lead points of torsion at the gastroesophageal junction and the second part of the duodenum, causing biliary obstruction. After decompression, reduction, and gastropexy, the patient recovered well. Gastric bascule is a subtype of gastric volvulus, whereby two lead points cause gastric rotation and folding of the stomach upon itself. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302045 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:26 +0100 3302045 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302063&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F768%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Increased stent radial force had a favorable effect on stent deployment in tricuspid but not in bicuspid valves. In bicuspid valves, stent maldeployment was constant. Leaflet distortion of implanted valved stent might be a concern in this setting. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302063 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302063 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302062&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F758%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Coexisting coronary artery disease negatively impacts procedural outcomes and long-term survival in patients undergoing TAVI, and implies that risk assessment and anticipated outcomes might be inaccurate due to stratification as isolated aortic valve replacement rather than AVR+CABG. Comparison of procedural outcomes, based on operative approach without controlling for unequal distribution of CAD in the cohorts, are likely invalid. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302062 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302061&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F756%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302061 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302061 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302060&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F751%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Contemporary results show that AVR for AS can be performed with low operative mortality and morbidity, although patients aged 80 years and older are at increased risk of prolonged recovery. Transcatheter aortic valve implantation may be an alternative for high-risk patients, but AVR is still appropriate for low-risk patients. The low risk of AVR supports the argument that asymptomatic patients who have a high likelihood of progression of AS may be considered for earlier surgical referral. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302060 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302060 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302059&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F745%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The results of the present study indicate that postoperative left ventricular hypertrophy can be avoided by preventing postoperative hypertension in patients without left ventricular dilatation and an effective orifice area index is greater than 0.77 cm2/m2. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302059 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302059 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302058&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F738%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Chronic AF negatively affects survival after AVR with or without CABG and DVR with a mechanical prosthesis. Prospective randomized evaluation of AF ablation is suggested for these patients. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302058 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302058 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302057&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F731%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Despite serving as a class III indication, AVR is independently associated with increased survival among patients with severe asymptomatic AR, LVEF greater than 50%, LV end-diastolic dimension less than 70 mm, and LV end-systolic dimension less than 50 mm. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302057 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302056&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F723%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The incidence of stroke in reoperative MV operations is associated with perfusion strategies, not with the incisional approach. Reoperative sternotomy and minithoracotomy with central cannulation are both useful for reoperative MV procedures and are associated with low stroke rates. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302056 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302056 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302055&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F717%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Both RITA and SV showed favorable graft patency for the RCA system in OPCABG. The SV graft showed better patency in patients with moderate stenosis of RCA compared with RITA in situ. A longer follow-up period is necessary to clarify our current results. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302055 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302054&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F710%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Complement activation after cardiac surgery is regulated in a complex biphasic way, with additional inhibitory mechanisms engaged from 8 hours postoperatively onward. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302054 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302053&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F704%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Apart from previously described risk factors for the development of postoperative mediastinitis, we found preoperative atrial fibrillation and an elevated C-reactive protein level to be significant predictors of mediastinitis in patients undergoing CABG. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302053 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302053 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302052&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F702%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302052 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302052 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302051&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F696%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Preoperative cTnI exceeding 0.15 ng/mL in patients with recent AMI undergoing CABG is associated with higher postoperative myocardial damage and is a strong determinant of postoperative morbidity and mortality within the 6-month period. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302051 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302051 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302050&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F694%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302050 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302050 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302049&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F689%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Elderly cardiac surgery patients have a high incidence of AKI, as defined by the RIFLE criteria. After cardiac surgery serum cystatin C and plasma creatinine detected AKI similarly. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302049 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302049 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302048&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F687%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302048 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302048 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302047&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F683%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The angiographic outcomes of composite grafts were closely related to the severity of stenosis of the target coronary artery. In target vessels with mild stenosis, composite grafting resulted in a higher incidence of graft occlusion or string sign than individual grafting did. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302047 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302047 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3302046&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F89%2F3%2F677%3Frss%3D1 The Society of Thoracic Surgeons National Adult Cardiac Surgery Database (STS NCD) has become the national benchmark for cardiac surgery reporting. Several important aspects of its risk-adjustment reporting are discussed, with special emphasis on using the reported individual STS risk scores for analysis and evaluation: (1) Different risk models are used in different STS NCD versions. (2) STS calibrates risk scores annually to make the annual predicted rates equal the observed rates. (3) The risk scores given by the STS, whether in the approved STS data collection software programs, published risk models, or online calculator, are not calibrated. (4) The end-user is required to calibrate the STS risk scores before using them. (5) After calibration, the STS predicted risk for any given pati... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3302046 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:46:25 +0100 3302046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295284&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172106%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a patient with a gastric bascule: a gastric volvulus due to two lead points. A 17-year-old boy with dextrogastria, asplenia, and left diaphragmatic eventration presented with acute onset of nonbilious emesis, jaundice, and diffuse abdominal tenderness. Surgical exploration demonstrated a gastric volvulus, with lead points of torsion at the gastroesophageal junction and the second part of the duodenum, causing biliary obstruction. After decompression, reduction, and gastropexy, the patient recovered well. Gastric bascule is a subtype of gastric volvulus, whereby two lead points cause gastric rotation and folding of the stomach upon itself. PMID: 20172106 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295284 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:12:19 +0100 3295284 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295282&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172107%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Jin R, Furnary AP, Fine SC, Blackstone EH, Grunkemeier GL The Society of Thoracic Surgeons National Adult Cardiac Surgery Database (STS NCD) has become the national benchmark for cardiac surgery reporting. Several important aspects of its risk-adjustment reporting are discussed, with special emphasis on using the reported individual STS risk scores for analysis and evaluation: (1) Different risk models are used in different STS NCD versions. (2) STS calibrates risk scores annually to make the annual predicted rates equal the observed rates. (3) The risk scores given by the STS, whether in the approved STS data collection software programs, published risk models, or online calculator, are not calibrated. (4) The end-user is required to calibrate the STS risk scores before using... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295282 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:12:15 +0100 3295282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295280&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172108%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The angiographic outcomes of composite grafts were closely related to the severity of stenosis of the target coronary artery. In target vessels with mild stenosis, composite grafting resulted in a higher incidence of graft occlusion or string sign than individual grafting did. PMID: 20172108 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295280 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:12:12 +0100 3295280 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295278&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172109%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Kim KB PMID: 20172109 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295278 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:12:09 +0100 3295278 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295276&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172110%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Elderly cardiac surgery patients have a high incidence of AKI, as defined by the RIFLE criteria. After cardiac surgery serum cystatin C and plasma creatinine detected AKI similarly. PMID: 20172110 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295276 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:12:06 +0100 3295276 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295275&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172111%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stafford-Smith M PMID: 20172111 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295275 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:12:03 +0100 3295275 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295274&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172112%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Preoperative cTnI exceeding 0.15 ng/mL in patients with recent AMI undergoing CABG is associated with higher postoperative myocardial damage and is a strong determinant of postoperative morbidity and mortality within the 6-month period. PMID: 20172112 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295274 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:12:00 +0100 3295274 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295273&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172113%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Singh A PMID: 20172113 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295273 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:58 +0100 3295273 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295272&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172114%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Apart from previously described risk factors for the development of postoperative mediastinitis, we found preoperative atrial fibrillation and an elevated C-reactive protein level to be significant predictors of mediastinitis in patients undergoing CABG. PMID: 20172114 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295272 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:55 +0100 3295272 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295271&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172115%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Complement activation after cardiac surgery is regulated in a complex biphasic way, with additional inhibitory mechanisms engaged from 8 hours postoperatively onward. PMID: 20172115 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295271 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:52 +0100 3295271 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295270&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172116%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Both RITA and SV showed favorable graft patency for the RCA system in OPCABG. The SV graft showed better patency in patients with moderate stenosis of RCA compared with RITA in situ. A longer follow-up period is necessary to clarify our current results. PMID: 20172116 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295270 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:49 +0100 3295270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295269&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172117%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The incidence of stroke in reoperative MV operations is associated with perfusion strategies, not with the incisional approach. Reoperative sternotomy and minithoracotomy with central cannulation are both useful for reoperative MV procedures and are associated with low stroke rates. PMID: 20172117 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295269 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:46 +0100 3295269 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295268&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172118%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Despite serving as a class III indication, AVR is independently associated with increased survival among patients with severe asymptomatic AR, LVEF greater than 50%, LV end-diastolic dimension less than 70 mm, and LV end-systolic dimension less than 50 mm. PMID: 20172118 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295268 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:43 +0100 3295268 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295267&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172119%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Chronic AF negatively affects survival after AVR with or without CABG and DVR with a mechanical prosthesis. Prospective randomized evaluation of AF ablation is suggested for these patients. PMID: 20172119 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295267 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:41 +0100 3295267 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295266&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172120%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The results of the present study indicate that postoperative left ventricular hypertrophy can be avoided by preventing postoperative hypertension in patients without left ventricular dilatation and an effective orifice area index is greater than 0.77 cm(2)/m(2). PMID: 20172120 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295266 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:38 +0100 3295266 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295265&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172121%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Contemporary results show that AVR for AS can be performed with low operative mortality and morbidity, although patients aged 80 years and older are at increased risk of prolonged recovery. Transcatheter aortic valve implantation may be an alternative for high-risk patients, but AVR is still appropriate for low-risk patients. The low risk of AVR supports the argument that asymptomatic patients who have a high likelihood of progression of AS may be considered for earlier surgical referral. PMID: 20172121 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295265 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:35 +0100 3295265 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295264&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172122%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dewey TM PMID: 20172122 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295264 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:33 +0100 3295264 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295263&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172123%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Coexisting coronary artery disease negatively impacts procedural outcomes and long-term survival in patients undergoing TAVI, and implies that risk assessment and anticipated outcomes might be inaccurate due to stratification as isolated aortic valve replacement rather than AVR+CABG. Comparison of procedural outcomes, based on operative approach without controlling for unequal distribution of CAD in the cohorts, are likely invalid. PMID: 20172123 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295263 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:30 +0100 3295263 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295262&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172124%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Increased stent radial force had a favorable effect on stent deployment in tricuspid but not in bicuspid valves. In bicuspid valves, stent maldeployment was constant. Leaflet distortion of implanted valved stent might be a concern in this setting. PMID: 20172124 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295262 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:27 +0100 3295262 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295261&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172125%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Vassiliades TA PMID: 20172125 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295261 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:24 +0100 3295261 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295260&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172126%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our large series failed to detect a protective effect of preoperative statin therapy on perioperative outcomes or long-term survival in patients undergoing isolated valve surgery. Valve patients undergoing concomitant coronary artery bypass grafting, however, appear to receive a long-term survival benefit from statins. PMID: 20172126 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295260 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:21 +0100 3295260 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295259&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172127%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The present study demonstrated that EA pretreatment may alleviate cardiac ischemia-reperfusion injury in adult patients undergoing heart valve replacements. This simple and convenient treatment has the potential to be used in the clinic for reducing myocardial injury in patients with heart valve replacement surgery. PMID: 20172127 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295259 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:19 +0100 3295259 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295258&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172128%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Augoustides JG PMID: 20172128 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295258 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:16 +0100 3295258 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295257&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172129%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The EuroSCORE has low discrimination ability for valve surgery, and it sensibly overpredicts risk. Alternative risk scoring algorithms should be seriously considered. PMID: 20172129 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295257 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:13 +0100 3295257 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295256&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172130%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The combined surgical and endovascular technique described in this report proved effective for the treatment of extended aortic lesions. The perigraft space thrombosed completely and had shrunken after successful placement of the stent graft. PMID: 20172130 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295256 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:10 +0100 3295256 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295255&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172131%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Cannulation of the innominate artery with a side graft is safe and effective in arch surgery. PMID: 20172131 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295255 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:07 +0100 3295255 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295254&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172132%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Brinster DR PMID: 20172132 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295254 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:05 +0100 3295254 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295253&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172133%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Surviving octogenarians remain at home, function independently, and engage in regular leisure activities years after cardiac surgery. This information might help physicians and surgeons regarding long-term outcome of open cardiac surgery in octogenarians. PMID: 20172133 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295253 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:11:00 +0100 3295253 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295252&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172134%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ullyot DJ PMID: 20172134 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295252 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:58 +0100 3295252 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295251&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172135%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Careful consideration of operative indications and methods are necessary in cirrhotic patients with low platelet counts or high MELD scores. A high incidence of hospital morbidity is predicted in patients with platelet counts of less than 9.6 x 10(4)/muL or MELD scores exceeding 13. PMID: 20172135 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295251 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:55 +0100 3295251 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295250&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172136%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Matsuda H PMID: 20172136 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295250 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:52 +0100 3295250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295249&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172137%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Importantly, this study demonstrates in vitro generation of viable human heart valves based on CD133(+) cells derived from umbilical cord blood. These findings constitute a significant step forward in the development of new clinical strategies for the treatment of congenital defects. PMID: 20172137 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295249 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:49 +0100 3295249 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295248&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172138%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: These results demonstrate that engraftment of SKMBs is impaired when transplantation is delayed until a chronic infarct has developed. Hepatocyte growth factor in MI declines with time and may enhance engraftment of SKMBs transplanted early after MI. Delivery of exogenous HGF to enhance SKMB engraftment in chronic infarcts warrants further investigation. PMID: 20172138 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295248 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:47 +0100 3295248 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295247&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172139%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Thistlethwaite P PMID: 20172139 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295247 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:44 +0100 3295247 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295246&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172140%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Oral budesonide is an effective therapy for treating protein-losing enteropathy after the Fontan operation. To maintain response, low-dose therapy must be continued. PMID: 20172140 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295246 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:41 +0100 3295246 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295245&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172141%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: We created a simple bedside tool to identify children at high risk for major infection after cardiac surgery. These patients may be targeted for interventions to reduce the risk of infection and for inclusion in future clinical trials. PMID: 20172141 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295245 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:38 +0100 3295245 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295244&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172142%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Although the adequacy of spinal cord collateral assessment in coarctation repair is imperfect, no spinal cord ischemia occurred with coarctation repair and LHB. We recommend LHB in patients with mild or complex coarctation. PMID: 20172142 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295244 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:36 +0100 3295244 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295243&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172143%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Shunting or primary repair of neonates with symptomatic TOF provides equivalent mortality and results. Shunted patients had fewer transannular patch repairs despite having more emergent initial operations. Compared with the primary repair group, shunted patients had decreased intensive care unit and hospital stays for the first hospitalization, which were neutralized when the second operation (repair) values were added. PMID: 20172143 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295243 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:33 +0100 3295243 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295242&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172144%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: BVI is an independent poor prognostic factor in patients with pathologic stage IA NSCLC. These T1a and T1b patients with BVI both might benefit from adjuvant chemotherapy. PMID: 20172144 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295242 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:30 +0100 3295242 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295241&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172145%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Long-term survival is possible in case of an R1 margin, but 5-year survival rates are jeopardized. Poor efficacy of adjuvant therapy and global outcome indicate advanced disease or reflect tumor cell aggressiveness, rather than surgical insufficiency, when prevention of R1 margins is guided by frozen-section examination and scrupulously respected. PMID: 20172145 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295241 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:27 +0100 3295241 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295240&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172146%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pompeo E PMID: 20172146 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295240 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:25 +0100 3295240 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295239&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172147%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Superselective segmentectomy is an applicable optional strategy for the surgical management of indeterminate small and deep pulmonary nodules. PMID: 20172147 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295239 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:22 +0100 3295239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295238&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172148%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Schipper P PMID: 20172148 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295238 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:19 +0100 3295238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295237&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172149%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Introduction of EUS and EBUS reduced use of mediastinoscopy. Discovery of N2 disease at surgery was higher than expected initially, but with experience results proved comparable to those of mediastinoscopy. PMID: 20172149 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295237 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:17 +0100 3295237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295236&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172150%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Air leaks remain an important cause of morbidity. Pleurodesis is an effective option in management of PAL after major pulmonary resection. PMID: 20172150 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295236 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:14 +0100 3295236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295235&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172151%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: An extrapulmonary airway bypass increases expiratory flow in emphysema. This may be a useful approach in hyperinflated patients with homogeneous emphysema. PMID: 20172151 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295235 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:11 +0100 3295235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295234&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172152%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The extremely poor prognosis of sarcomatoid malignant pleural mesothelioma is independent of the extent of surgery unlike other cell types. Patients with sarcomatoid histology should therefore be considered separately in trials evaluating radical procedures and adjuvant treatment. The treatment of biphasic pleural mesothelioma remains debatable. PMID: 20172152 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295234 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:05 +0100 3295234 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295233&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172153%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The surgical outcome of patients with thymic carcinoma depends on the Masaoka stage and histologic grade. Patients with early Masaoka stage and low or intermediate histologic grade had favorable prognoses. PMID: 20172153 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295233 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:10:02 +0100 3295233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295232&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172154%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Children with congenital tracheal stenosis benefit from external tracheal stabilization. Survival in patients after external tracheal stabilization is significantly influenced by concomitant conditions. PMID: 20172154 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295232 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:59 +0100 3295232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295231&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172155%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Thoracic surgeons can successfully implement a tobacco cessation program with an excellent rate of abstinence compared with reported cessation rates at 3 months from the literature. Further investigation with a larger sample size, longer follow-up, and improved utilization of the quitline is warranted. PMID: 20172155 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295231 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:55 +0100 3295231 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295230&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172156%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Esophageal leaks and fistulas can be effectively managed with cSEMS as a primary modality. The potential benefits of esophageal stenting are healing without diversion or reconstruction and early return to an oral diet. PMID: 20172156 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295230 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:52 +0100 3295230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295229&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172157%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Our initial experience with our new valved conduit showed favorable results. Further accumulation of cases and longer follow-up are warranted. PMID: 20172157 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295229 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:50 +0100 3295229 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295228&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172158%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Eckstein FS PMID: 20172158 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295228 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:47 +0100 3295228 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295227&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172159%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: This new sinus prosthesis maintains normal configuration of the aortic root with three distinct sinuses of Valsalva and straight commissural pillars in systemic circulation. The noncompliant material induces abnormal leaflet bending during systole, but leaflets do not collide with the wall of prosthesis. PMID: 20172159 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295227 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:44 +0100 3295227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295226&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172160%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Firstenberg M, Abel E, Blais D, Andritsos M Malignant hyperthermia is a rare but well-described hypermetabolic disorder of skeletal muscle that can be potentially fatal if untreated. In our patient, malignant hyperthermia developed several minutes after discontinuation of the known triggering agent after an uncomplicated coronary revascularization. This case illustrates the dramatic presentation and successful management of a rare disease with a rare onset. PMID: 20172160 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295226 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:41 +0100 3295226 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295225&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172161%26dopt%3DAbstract We report the case of a 41-year-old woman with chronic cold-induced urticaria, who underwent a successful coronary bypass grafting, and describe perioperative management of this rare disorder. PMID: 20172161 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295225 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:39 +0100 3295225 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295224&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172162%26dopt%3DAbstract We report the case of a 29-year-old woman with combined bronchial rupture and aortic valve tear after blunt chest trauma. She was successfully treated with primary repair of both lesions. The importance of chest computed tomography and transthoracic echocardiography in the diagnosis of these lesions is discussed. PMID: 20172162 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295224 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:35 +0100 3295224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295223&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172163%26dopt%3DAbstract This report highlights the importance of an integrated team approach of highly skilled specialists for these novel interventions. PMID: 20172163 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295223 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:32 +0100 3295223 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295222&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172164%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a case of recurrent mitral regurgitation due to calcification of the expanded polytetrafluoroethylene sutures. According to pathologic findings, it was believed that due to the dystrophic calcification of the fibrous tissue covering the expanded polytetrafluoroethylene sutures, there was increased hyalinization, leading to sclerosis and shortening of the chordae. Calcification of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene sutures after mitral valve repair is a rare complication; however, careful follow-up should be needed because such change may occur in long-term periods after implantation. PMID: 20172164 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295222 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:30 +0100 3295222 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3295221&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=34391&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fentrez%2Fquery.fcgi%3Ftmpl%3DNoSidebarfile%26db%3DPubMed%26cmd%3DRetrieve%26list_uids%3D20172165%26dopt%3DAbstract This report describes a 25-year-old previously healthy man with infectious endocarditis that was found to have been caused by R equi complicated by a subarachnoid hemorrhage, subdural hematoma, and a superior mesenteric artery aneurysm. The patient was successfully treated with antibiotic therapy, followed by a resection of the superior mesenteric artery aneurysm and a repair of the mitral valve. PMID: 20172165 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3295221 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 13:09:27 +0100 3295221