MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'The Annals of Thoracic Surgery' source. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 03:52:38 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643022&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%3D22269700%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Rusch VW, Calhoon JH, Allen MS, Baumgartner W PMID: 22269700 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643022 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:23:58 +0100 5643022 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643021&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%3D22269701%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bossert T PMID: 22269701 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643021 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:23:48 +0100 5643021 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643017&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%3D22269705%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The HIV-infected NSCLC patients have more postoperative complications, rapid progression to disease recurrence, and poorer postoperative survival. Optimizing immune status before surgery and careful patient selection based on diffusion capacity of lung for carbon monoxide may improve patient outcomes. PMID: 22269705 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643017 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:23:10 +0100 5643017 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643016&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%3D22269706%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Brunelli A PMID: 22269706 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643016 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:23:00 +0100 5643016 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643014&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%3D22269708%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: For cT2 N0 esophageal cancer patients, the benefit of neoadjuvant therapy is still unclear. Induction therapy for cT2 N0 did not translate into a statistically significant improvement in survival. However, due to the significant understaging of T2 N0 patients, we recommend neoadjuvant therapy to all cT2N0 patients before operation. PMID: 22269708 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643014 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:22:39 +0100 5643014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643013&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%3D22269709%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lachapelle K PMID: 22269709 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643013 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:22:29 +0100 5643013 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643012&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%3D22269710%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: The modified Bentall procedure using 2 separated grafts for the coronary reimplantation is a feasible, safe, easy, and reproducible operative technique for aortic root surgery. PMID: 22269710 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643012 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:22:20 +0100 5643012 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643011&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%3D22269711%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Brinster DR PMID: 22269711 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643011 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:22:10 +0100 5643011 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643002&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%3D22269720%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Among a propensity-matched, risk-adjusted, observational cohort of patients with coronary artery disease, left ventricular ejection fraction less than 0.35, and no left main disease of greater than 50%, CABG is associated with a survival advantage over MED through 10 years of follow-up. PMID: 22269720 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643002 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:20:40 +0100 5643002 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5643001&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%3D22269721%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Head SJ, Mokhles MM, Kappetein AP PMID: 22269721 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5643001 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:20:32 +0100 5643001 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642999&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%3D22269723%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: We found no association between preoperative ACEi therapy and adverse in-hospital outcomes or long-term survival after CABG. Preoperative ACEi therapy appears to be safe in patients undergoing CABG. PMID: 22269723 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642999 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:20:13 +0100 5642999 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642998&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%3D22269724%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: When urinary L-FABP and NAG are combined, they can detect AKI adequately, even in a heterogeneous population of adult post-cardiac surgery AKI. Combining 2 markers with different sensitivity and specificity presents a reasonable strategy to improve the diagnostic performance of biomarkers. PMID: 22269724 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642998 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:20:03 +0100 5642998 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642997&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%3D22269725%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Several factors influence AKI development after cardiac surgery and perioperative patient management significantly affects AKI occurrence. Predictive models can be sensibly improved by the addition of these variables. PMID: 22269725 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642997 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:19:52 +0100 5642997 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642996&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%3D22269726%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Stafford-Smith M PMID: 22269726 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642996 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:19:43 +0100 5642996 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642995&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%3D22269727%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: After the Fontan procedure, hypostatic redistribution of pulmonary blood flow is characteristic. The weak pulse of blood, in the absence of ventricular ejection, can promote pulmonary vascular changes, but at later (intermediate) follow-up, the decline in vascular resistance that results carries no benefit in terms of blood perfusion or oxygenation. Microcirculatory arteriovenous shunting is the likely cause. In this study of functional pulmonary hemoperfusion, radionuclide imaging was deemed superior to angiocardiography. PMID: 22269727 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642995 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:19:33 +0100 5642995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642994&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%3D22269728%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Dave H PMID: 22269728 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642994 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:19:23 +0100 5642994 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642993&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%3D22269729%26dopt%3DAbstract CONCLUSIONS: Direct injection of fibrin sealant into the sternal marrow cavity significantly reduces the amount of postoperative blood loss and offers an attractive new treatment alternative for senior patients undergoing on-pump CABG. PMID: 22269729 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642993 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:19:12 +0100 5642993 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642992&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%3D22269730%26dopt%3DAbstract This report describes successful patch angioplasty using glutaraldehyde-treated autologous pericardium of bilateral coronary ostial stenosis owing to Takayasu disease. PMID: 22269730 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642992 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:19:03 +0100 5642992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642991&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%3D22269731%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Bagur R, Dumont E, Doyle D, De Larochellière R, Rodés-Cabau J Abstract A 78-year-old gentleman with a diagnosis of symptomatic severe xenograft aortic stenosis with multiple comorbidities was referred for transcatheter aortic valve implantation, that is, a "valve-in-valve" procedure. Transcatheter aortic valve implantation was performed by transapical approach using a balloon-expandable bioprosthesis. During valve deployment, the prosthesis moved toward the left ventricle and a second balloon-expandable valve was implanted within the first one-a "valve-in-valve-in-valve" to avoid further ventricular embolization of the first bioprosthesis. Echocardiography at hospital discharge showed a residual mean transvalvular gradient of 17 mm Hg and trivial paravalvular aortic regu... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642991 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:18:52 +0100 5642991 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642990&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%3D22269732%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Eldien AS, Deo S, Nichols FC, Greason KL Abstract A 35-year-old woman presented with an aortobronchial fistula after polyester graft replacement of coarctation of the descending thoracic aortic. Treatment of the fistula included antibiotic therapy and stent graft placement. Life-threatening sepsis developed in the postoperative period. Subsequent treatment required excision of the infected graft complex with extra-anatomic reconstruction of the thoracic aorta. The patient had a very stormy postoperative course and required heroic measures, including mechanical circulatory support, to achieve survival. The present case demonstrates failure of endovascular therapy of an aortobronchial fistula. The case should serve as a cautious reminder that the underlying cause for infecti... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642990 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:18:43 +0100 5642990 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642989&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%3D22269733%26dopt%3DAbstract This report and three other cases add a new dimension to the known predisposing factors such as chronic systemic hypertension, hereditary connective tissue diseases- and congenital aortic valve diseases. However, the precise role of phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors in the pathophysiology of aortic dissection remains unknown. PMID: 22269733 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642989 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:18:33 +0100 5642989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642988&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%3D22269734%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Sun H, Ross DA Abstract Few publications address cardiac surgery in the presence of meningioma. Individual complications include transient visual loss from a suprasellar meningioma, hemiparesis after mitral valve replacement with recovery after resection, and non-fatal hemorrhage into a posterior fossa meningioma. The largest report of 16 patients with known meningiomas over 11 years suggested a benign course, with no new neurologic symptoms and no required resection of a meningioma over an average follow-up of 31 months. In 2 cases we report a presumed posterior fossa meningioma led to fatal outcome after cardiac surgery performed on bypass. Possible causes and future considerations are discussed. PMID: 22269734 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Su... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642988 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:18:22 +0100 5642988 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642987&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%3D22269735%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a case of acute occlusion of a modified Blalock-Taussig shunt in an infant after clopidogrel discontinuation. PMID: 22269735 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642987 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:18:13 +0100 5642987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642986&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%3D22269736%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a modification of the Starnes technique for palliating severe tricuspid regurgitation associated with a dysplastic right ventricle in a neonate, using a fenestrated pericardial patch allowing for unidirectional flow. The patient eventually underwent a successful Glenn shunt construction with a persistent reduction in right ventricle size at 1 year follow-up. PMID: 22269736 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642986 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:18:04 +0100 5642986 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642985&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%3D22269737%26dopt%3DAbstract We describe a safe, alternative hybrid transapical approach from the right ventricle that avoids the extensive dissection and potential complications of revision surgery. PMID: 22269737 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642985 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:17:56 +0100 5642985 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642984&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%3D22269738%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Moss JE, Festic E, Odell JA Abstract A 64-year-old man with a history of esophageal adenocarcinoma status postneoadjuvant therapy underwent esophagogastrectomy. Postoperatively he was found with increasing dyspnea and oxygen requirements. Computed tomography of the chest showed retrocardiac herniation of atelectatic lung into the contralateral hemithorax. PMID: 22269738 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642984 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:17:46 +0100 5642984 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642983&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%3D22269739%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Odell JA, Keller CA, Erasmus DB, Stritt MT Abstract A patient with blunt trauma and traumatic bronchial rupture and lung collapse had prominent symptoms of platypnea-orthodeoxia syndrome. These symptoms were relieved by bronchial repair. The syndrome is rarely seen and is usually associated with a patent foramen ovale or atrial septal defect. The syndrome has not been described previously in association with traumatic bronchial rupture. PMID: 22269739 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642983 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:17:36 +0100 5642983 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642982&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%3D22269740%26dopt%3DAbstract In this report, we describe a case of a primary mediastinal mixed germ cell tumor that presented with bilateral massive hemothorax and hemorrhagic shock. An urgent thoracotomy, which was performed to control bleeding, confirmed bilateral hemothorax secondary to a ruptured mediastinal tumor. Pathologic diagnosis revealed the mediastinal tumor to be mixed choriocarcinoma and immature teratoma, with lung metastatic choriocarcinoma. The patient recovered well from the operation and received salvage chemotherapy. Two years after diagnosis, the patient remains in remission with no evidence of disease. PMID: 22269740 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642982 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:17:26 +0100 5642982 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642981&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%3D22269741%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a case of a 58-year-old man who experienced Bronchiolitis obliterans organizing pneumonia after a 3-month exposure to polyester powder paint. Mineralogical analysis by transmission electron microscopy of a pulmonary sample and the polyester powder paint he was exposed to showed the presence of titanium dioxide nanoparticles in both. We suggest that exposure to titanium dioxide nanoparticles should be added to the etiology of Bronchiolitis obliterans organizing pneumonia. PMID: 22269741 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642981 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:17:16 +0100 5642981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642980&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%3D22269742%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a case of an incidental tracheal leiomyoma diagnosed and treated with a combined approach. PMID: 22269742 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642980 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:17:06 +0100 5642980 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642979&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%3D22269743%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Santini F, Morjan M, Onorati F, Morando G, Faggian G, Mazzucco A PMID: 22269743 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642979 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:16:56 +0100 5642979 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642978&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%3D22269744%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Akita M, Urashima K, Uchida Y, Inamura J PMID: 22269744 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642978 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:16:46 +0100 5642978 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642977&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%3D22269745%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Pirrelli S, Bozzani A, Arici V, Odero A PMID: 22269745 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642977 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:16:36 +0100 5642977 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642976&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%3D22269746%26dopt%3DAbstract We present our technique for HeartWare LVAD implantation through bilateral anterior thoracotomy incisions. This technique has proved to be safe and reproducible, with good clinical outcome. PMID: 22269746 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642976 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:16:26 +0100 5642976 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642975&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%3D22269747%26dopt%3DAbstract This article summarizes our experience with 5 patients who underwent reoperations for treatment of severe pulmonary regurgitation after transannular patch repair of tetralogy of Fallot. In each case, the intraoperative findings revealed anatomy favorable for valve repair and enabled preservation of the native pulmonary valves. PMID: 22269747 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642975 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:16:16 +0100 5642975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642974&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%3D22269748%26dopt%3DAbstract We describe our surgical technique to manage a small aortic annulus during aortic valve replacement. Starting with the posterior annular enlargement incision described by Manouguian, a stentless porcine aortic root, with excision of the left and right porcine coronary segments and conservation of the mural wall (Freestyle MS design, Medtronic, Minneapolis, MN ), was used. The Freestyle bioprosthesis enlarges the aortic annulus using a direct suture of the valve on the enlarged annulus, and the aorta is closed by a direct suture of the mural wall of the bioprosthesis. Therefore, the aortic annulus enlargement is made only using the aortic bioprosthesis, without other material. PMID: 22269748 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642974 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:16:06 +0100 5642974 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642973&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%3D22269749%26dopt%3DAbstract We describe here a safe and effective method to reduce the incidence of hemodynamic changes during beating heart surgery in patients with LMCA stenosis. PMID: 22269749 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642973 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:15:56 +0100 5642973 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642972&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%3D22269750%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lui RC, Zhuang J, Lei BF PMID: 22269750 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642972 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:15:47 +0100 5642972 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642971&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%3D22269751%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Lindner G PMID: 22269751 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642971 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:15:37 +0100 5642971 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642970&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%3D22269752%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Fan H, Zheng Z, Hu S PMID: 22269752 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642970 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:15:27 +0100 5642970 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642968&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%3D22269754%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Ji B, Liu J, Wang X, Long C PMID: 22269754 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642968 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:15:07 +0100 5642968 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642967&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%3D22269755%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Heacox AE, Goldstein S PMID: 22269755 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642967 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:14:58 +0100 5642967 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642966&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%3D22269756%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Brockbank KG, Stock UA, Schenke-Layland K PMID: 22269756 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642966 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:14:48 +0100 5642966 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642965&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%3D22269757%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Riquet M, Arame A, Foucault C PMID: 22269757 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642965 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:14:38 +0100 5642965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642964&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%3D22269758%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Poullis M PMID: 22269758 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642964 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:14:27 +0100 5642964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642963&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%3D22269759%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Marchiori E, Zanetti G, Rafful PP, Hochhegger B PMID: 22269759 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642963 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:14:16 +0100 5642963 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642962&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%3D22269760%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Alifano M PMID: 22269760 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642962 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:14:06 +0100 5642962 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642961&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%3D22269761%26dopt%3DAbstract We report the unusual case of a 72-year-old woman with a primary presentation of right heart failure in the setting of recently diagnosed Ebstein's anomaly with concomitant atrial fibrillation (AF). The patient had New York Heart Association (NYHA) class III dyspnea for 12 months, with refractory right heart failure prior to undergoing surgical management in the form of a tricuspid annuloplasty ring and plication of the atrialized ventricle. The patient had an uneventful postoperative recovery and enjoyed an improvement in her exercise tolerance (NYHA class I) with minimal echocardiographic evidence of tricuspid regurgitation (TR) at the latest follow-up. PMID: 22269761 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642961 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:13:55 +0100 5642961 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642960&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%3D22269762%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Singh SK, Dwivedi SK, Kumar A, Vijay SK, Rajput N, Devenraj V, Sahni JL Abstract A successful closure of an aneurysmal aorto-right ventricular tunnel (ARVT) in a 16-year-old male patient is reported here. An attempt at device closure had failed in this patient. Diagnosis was confirmed by Doppler echocardiography, 3-dimensional computed tomography, and cardiac catheterization. Surgical closure with a Dacron patch (W.L. Gore & Associates, Flagstaff, AZ) at the aortic end and direct closure at the ventricular end was done successfully with the patient under mild hypothermia. The postoperative echocardiogram showed a competent aortic valve with a closed ARVT. PMID: 22269762 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642960 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:13:45 +0100 5642960 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642959&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%3D22269763%26dopt%3DAbstract We report the case of a liver transplant patient with a stenosis in the anastomosis of the suprahepatic veins to inferior vena cava, treated by self-expanding prosthesis, who developed an aorto-right atrial fistula and an atrial septal defect. Open heart surgery was performed to correct the defects. Transthoracic echocardiogram 1 year later revealed no evidence of residual shunt. PMID: 22269763 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642959 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:13:34 +0100 5642959 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642958&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%3D22269764%26dopt%3DAbstract We present a case of primitive neuroectodermal tumor of the left atrium with involvement of the coronary sinus. The initial presentation was of cardiac tamponade resulting from the size of the tumor. There was no evidence of tumor elsewhere, and after complete resection and without adjuvant chemotherapy the patient is well at 2-year follow-up. There has been no evidence of tumor recurrence. This is a rare reported case of resection of a cardiac primitive neuroectodermal tumor without adjuvant chemotherapy. Other cases in the literature have been treated by orthoptic transplantation and resection with chemotherapy. PMID: 22269764 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642958 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:13:24 +0100 5642958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642957&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%3D22269765%26dopt%3DAbstract In this study, we show the use of three-dimensional printing models for preoperative planning of transcatheter valve replacement in a patient with an extreme porcelain aorta. A 70-year-old man with severe aortic stenosis and a porcelain aorta was referred to our center for transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Unfortunately, the patient died after the procedure because of a potential ischemic event. Therefore, we decided to fabricate three-dimensional models to evaluate the potential effects of these constructs for previous surgical planning and simulation of the transcatheter valve replacement. PMID: 22269765 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642957 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:13:14 +0100 5642957 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642956&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%3D22269766%26dopt%3DAbstract We report a rare case of an intrathymic primary intrathoracic goiter. The patient with newly diagnosed breast carcinoma was also known to have a distinct large anterior mediastinal mass. This was removed via a median sternotomy, after a thorascopic biopsy had been performed in the past but a diagnosis had not been reached. A discussion relating to the extremely rare occurrence of intrathymic ectopic thyroid tissue and the surgical treatment of primary intrathoracic goiters is included. PMID: 22269766 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642956 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:13:04 +0100 5642956 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642955&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%3D22269767%26dopt%3DAbstract We report 2 cases of primary lung cancer for which we performed segmentectomy based on preoperative simulations by 3D-CTA with virtual 3D safety margins. We found this technique easy to use for simulations and useful for safely performing segmentectomy for small tumors in lung cancer. PMID: 22269767 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642955 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:12:53 +0100 5642955 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642954&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%3D22269768%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Scaffa R, Spaziani C, Leporace M, Leonetti S, Di Roma M, Gaspardone A, De Paulis R PMID: 22269768 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642954 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:12:43 +0100 5642954 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642953&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%3D22269769%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Yekeler E, Altuntas B, Ulutas H PMID: 22269769 [PubMed - in process] (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642953 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:12:33 +0100 5642953 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642952&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%3D22269770%26dopt%3DAbstract Authors: Luciani N, Anselmi A, Glieca F, Lauria G, de Geest R, Possati G Abstract The optimal cannulation site in repair of DeBakey type I aortic dissection is controversial, and malperfusion during cardiopulmonary bypass is facilitated by retrograde flow. We propose the use of a long arterial cannula through the femoral artery to achieve a proximal antegrade perfusion. The tip of the cannula is placed in the true lumen of the distal aortic arch through the common femoral artery (Seldinger technique and transesophageal echography guidance). In 9 patients, there was one case of operative mortality (cardiac death), and no cases of perioperative stroke, bowel ischemia, severe renal failure, or local complications. Proximal perfusion can achieved rapidly and through an easily accessibl... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642952 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 04:12:22 +0100 5642952 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625863&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F698%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625863 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625863 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625862&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F697%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625862 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625861&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F696-a%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625861 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625861 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625860&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F696%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625860 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625860 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625859&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F695-a%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625859 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625859 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625858&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F695%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625858 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625858 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625857&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F694%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625857 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625857 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625856&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F693-a%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625856 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625856 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625855&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F693%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625855 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625855 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625854&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F692-b%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625854 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625854 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625853&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F692-a%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625853 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625853 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625852&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F692%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625852 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625852 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625851&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F684%3Frss%3D1 This article reviews the history, details of the relevant surgical techniques, long-term results, and fate of artificial chordae in mitral reconstructive surgery. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625851 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625851 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625850&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F682%3Frss%3D1 We describe here a safe and effective method to reduce the incidence of hemodynamic changes during beating heart surgery in patients with LMCA stenosis. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625850 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625850 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625849&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F680%3Frss%3D1 We describe our surgical technique to manage a small aortic annulus during aortic valve replacement. Starting with the posterior annular enlargement incision described by Manouguian, a stentless porcine aortic root, with excision of the left and right porcine coronary segments and conservation of the mural wall (Freestyle MS design, Medtronic, Minneapolis, MN ), was used. The Freestyle bioprosthesis enlarges the aortic annulus using a direct suture of the valve on the enlarged annulus, and the aorta is closed by a direct suture of the mural wall of the bioprosthesis. Therefore, the aortic annulus enlargement is made only using the aortic bioprosthesis, without other material. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625849 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625848&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F677%3Frss%3D1 This article summarizes our experience with 5 patients who underwent reoperations for treatment of severe pulmonary regurgitation after transannular patch repair of tetralogy of Fallot. In each case, the intraoperative findings revealed anatomy favorable for valve repair and enabled preservation of the native pulmonary valves. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625848 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625848 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625847&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F674%3Frss%3D1 We present our technique for HeartWare LVAD implantation through bilateral anterior thoracotomy incisions. This technique has proved to be safe and reproducible, with good clinical outcome. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625847 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625846&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F673%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625846 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625846 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625845&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F672%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625845 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625844&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F671%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625844 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625844 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625843&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F669%3Frss%3D1 We report a case of an incidental tracheal leiomyoma diagnosed and treated with a combined approach. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625843 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625842&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F666%3Frss%3D1 We present a case of a 58-year-old man who experienced Bronchiolitis obliterans organizing pneumonia after a 3-month exposure to polyester powder paint. Mineralogical analysis by transmission electron microscopy of a pulmonary sample and the polyester powder paint he was exposed to showed the presence of titanium dioxide nanoparticles in both. We suggest that exposure to titanium dioxide nanoparticles should be added to the etiology of Bronchiolitis obliterans organizing pneumonia. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625842 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625842 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625841&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F664%3Frss%3D1 In this report, we describe a case of a primary mediastinal mixed germ cell tumor that presented with bilateral massive hemothorax and hemorrhagic shock. An urgent thoracotomy, which was performed to control bleeding, confirmed bilateral hemothorax secondary to a ruptured mediastinal tumor. Pathologic diagnosis revealed the mediastinal tumor to be mixed choriocarcinoma and immature teratoma, with lung metastatic choriocarcinoma. The patient recovered well from the operation and received salvage chemotherapy. Two years after diagnosis, the patient remains in remission with no evidence of disease. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625841 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625841 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625840&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F662-a%3Frss%3D1 A patient with blunt trauma and traumatic bronchial rupture and lung collapse had prominent symptoms of platypnea-orthodeoxia syndrome. These symptoms were relieved by bronchial repair. The syndrome is rarely seen and is usually associated with a patent foramen ovale or atrial septal defect. The syndrome has not been described previously in association with traumatic bronchial rupture. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625840 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625840 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625839&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F662%3Frss%3D1 A 64-year-old man with a history of esophageal adenocarcinoma status postneoadjuvant therapy underwent esophagogastrectomy. Postoperatively he was found with increasing dyspnea and oxygen requirements. Computed tomography of the chest showed retrocardiac herniation of atelectatic lung into the contralateral hemithorax. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625839 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625839 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625838&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F660%3Frss%3D1 We describe a safe, alternative hybrid transapical approach from the right ventricle that avoids the extensive dissection and potential complications of revision surgery. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625838 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625838 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625837&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F658%3Frss%3D1 We report a modification of the Starnes technique for palliating severe tricuspid regurgitation associated with a dysplastic right ventricle in a neonate, using a fenestrated pericardial patch allowing for unidirectional flow. The patient eventually underwent a successful Glenn shunt construction with a persistent reduction in right ventricle size at 1 year follow-up. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625837 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625837 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625836&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F656%3Frss%3D1 We report a case of acute occlusion of a modified Blalock-Taussig shunt in an infant after clopidogrel discontinuation. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625836 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625836 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625835&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F653%3Frss%3D1 Few publications address cardiac surgery in the presence of meningioma. Individual complications include transient visual loss from a suprasellar meningioma, hemiparesis after mitral valve replacement with recovery after resection, and non-fatal hemorrhage into a posterior fossa meningioma. The largest report of 16 patients with known meningiomas over 11 years suggested a benign course, with no new neurologic symptoms and no required resection of a meningioma over an average follow-up of 31 months. In 2 cases we report a presumed posterior fossa meningioma led to fatal outcome after cardiac surgery performed on bypass. Possible causes and future considerations are discussed. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625835 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625834&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F651%3Frss%3D1 This report and three other cases add a new dimension to the known predisposing factors such as chronic systemic hypertension, hereditary connective tissue diseases– and congenital aortic valve diseases. However, the precise role of phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors in the pathophysiology of aortic dissection remains unknown. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625834 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625834 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625833&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F650%3Frss%3D1 A 35-year-old woman presented with an aortobronchial fistula after polyester graft replacement of coarctation of the descending thoracic aortic. Treatment of the fistula included antibiotic therapy and stent graft placement. Life-threatening sepsis developed in the postoperative period. Subsequent treatment required excision of the infected graft complex with extra-anatomic reconstruction of the thoracic aorta. The patient had a very stormy postoperative course and required heroic measures, including mechanical circulatory support, to achieve survival. The present case demonstrates failure of endovascular therapy of an aortobronchial fistula. The case should serve as a cautious reminder that the underlying cause for infection remains even after apparent successful endovascular therapy. (So... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625833 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625833 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625832&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F647%3Frss%3D1 A 78-year-old gentleman with a diagnosis of symptomatic severe xenograft aortic stenosis with multiple comorbidities was referred for transcatheter aortic valve implantation, that is, a "valve-in-valve" procedure. Transcatheter aortic valve implantation was performed by transapical approach using a balloon-expandable bioprosthesis. During valve deployment, the prosthesis moved toward the left ventricle and a second balloon-expandable valve was implanted within the first one—a "valve-in-valve-in-valve" to avoid further ventricular embolization of the first bioprosthesis. Echocardiography at hospital discharge showed a residual mean transvalvular gradient of 17 mm Hg and trivial paravalvular aortic regurgitation. At 1 year follow-up, the patient was in New York Heart Association functi... The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625832 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625832 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625831&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F645%3Frss%3D1 This report describes successful patch angioplasty using glutaraldehyde-treated autologous pericardium of bilateral coronary ostial stenosis owing to Takayasu disease. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625831 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625831 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625830&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F641%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Direct injection of fibrin sealant into the sternal marrow cavity significantly reduces the amount of postoperative blood loss and offers an attractive new treatment alternative for senior patients undergoing on-pump CABG. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625830 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625830 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625829&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F640%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625829 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625829 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625828&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F634%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Lead longevity was sufficiently long and did not vary significantly according to type of lead. Generator longevity was not affected by lead type, generator mode, or patient age at the time of pacemaker implantation. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625828 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625828 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625827&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F626%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Pediatric MVR can be performed with low initial mortality but should be reserved for medical and reconstruction failure because reoperation, valve-related complications, and late mortality are high. Bileaflet prostheses larger than 23 mm have the lowest reoperation risk. Ross MVR may offer select patients a durable tissue valve without lifelong anticoagulation and its associated complications. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625827 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625827 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625826&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F620%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions After the Fontan procedure, hypostatic redistribution of pulmonary blood flow is characteristic. The weak pulse of blood, in the absence of ventricular ejection, can promote pulmonary vascular changes, but at later (intermediate) follow-up, the decline in vascular resistance that results carries no benefit in terms of blood perfusion or oxygenation. Microcirculatory arteriovenous shunting is the likely cause. In this study of functional pulmonary hemoperfusion, radionuclide imaging was deemed superior to angiocardiography. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625826 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625826 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625825&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F614%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Second-stage palliation can be performed at low risk for patients with left ventricular dominance, but significant risk remains for patients with left ventricular hypoplasia and unbalanced atrioventricular septal defect. Atrioventricular valve insufficiency is a persistent problem that has not been neutralized by repair strategies. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625825 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625824&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F606%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions TAPVC III, IV, and pulmonary atresia are risk factors for early postoperative death. Intensive intervention, including perioperative management and operation, is required in these complex patients. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625824 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625824 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625823&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F598%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Autograft dilatation was the leading cause of reoperation in patients who underwent root replacement. Long-term follow-up is mandatory to determine whether modifications of the operative technique could limit autograft dilatation. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625823 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625823 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625822&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F592%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Institution of a 6-year integrated thoracic surgery training program at the Medical College of Wisconsin led to a significant increase in number of applications. Additionally, the 6-year applicants appeared to be more academically accomplished than previous applicants to the traditional 2-year program. While early in the experience, it appears that interest in thoracic surgery is high among medical students and institution of a 6-year program has the potential to once again attract the "best and the brightest" to this specialty. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625822 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625822 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625821&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F591%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625821 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625821 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625820&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F584%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Several factors influence AKI development after cardiac surgery and perioperative patient management significantly affects AKI occurrence. Predictive models can be sensibly improved by the addition of these variables. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625820 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625820 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625819&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F577%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions When urinary L-FABP and NAG are combined, they can detect AKI adequately, even in a heterogeneous population of adult post-cardiac surgery AKI. Combining 2 markers with different sensitivity and specificity presents a reasonable strategy to improve the diagnostic performance of biomarkers. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625819 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625819 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625818&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F570%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions We identified and externally validated perioperative predictors of AKI duration. These risk factors will be useful to evaluate a patient's risk for the tempo of recovery from AKI after cardiac surgery and subsequent short and long-term survival. The levels of awareness created by working with these risk factors have implications regarding positive changes in processes of care that have the potential to decrease the incidence and mitigate AKI. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625818 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625818 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625817&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F565%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Patients with prICULOS after cardiac operations have worse overall outcomes. These data may be used to inform these patients and their families of realistic expectations regarding their clinical course. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625817 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625817 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625816&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F559%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions We found no association between preoperative ACEi therapy and adverse in-hospital outcomes or long-term survival after CABG. Preoperative ACEi therapy appears to be safe in patients undergoing CABG. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625816 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625816 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625815&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F552%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions These studies demonstrate that markers of inflammation are upregulated in response to SV distention. The data suggest that the pressure used in graft preparation procedures should be regulated to avoid inflammation and its potential to induce graft failure. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625815 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625815 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625814&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F551%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625814 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625814 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625813&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F545%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Diffuse RVS after CABG is a rare but lethal condition. Our experience, although limited, indicates that in such cases an aggressive treatment, that is, prompt extracorporeal membrane oxygenation institution and controlled cardiocirculatory assistance, represents the preferred solution to face such a dramatic event and may save patient lives. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625813 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625813 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625812&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F537%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The main finding of our study was the association between MetS and mortality both early and late after coronary artery bypass grafting. Thus, MetS should be recognized as an independent preoperative variable that can lead to the identification of high-risk patients and as a risk factor to correct with lifestyle modifications and pharmacologic therapy. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625812 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625812 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625811&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F531%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions In elderly patients, off-pump in situ left-sided bilateral skeletonized internal thoracic artery grafting is associated with lower risk of overall death and cardiac event than single internal thoracic artery grafting and carries no increased operative risk. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625811 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625811 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625810&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F530%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625810 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625810 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625809&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F523%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Among a propensity-matched, risk-adjusted, observational cohort of patients with coronary artery disease, left ventricular ejection fraction less than 0.35, and no left main disease of greater than 50%, CABG is associated with a survival advantage over MED through 10 years of follow-up. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625809 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625809 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625808&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F522%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625808 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625808 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625807&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F516%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions With the use of CT and postprocessing software, significant area and radius changes during the cardiac cycle were demonstrated in both the nondiseased annulus and the stenotic annulus. This finding may help selection of the optimal size in patients undergoing AV implantation and also aid in prosthesis design. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625807 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625807 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625806&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F510%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The Mosaic bioprosthesis showed good overall performance, with low incidence of structural valve deterioration and hemodynamic stability in the long-term. Expected increased durability of this device should be verified at longer follow-up intervals. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625806 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625806 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625805&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F509%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625805 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625805 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625804&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F503%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Aortic root replacement with a mechanical valve prosthesis can be performed safely with low mortality and acceptable morbidity. Perioperative myocardial infarction is the strongest independent risk factor of 30-day mortality. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625804 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625804 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625803&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F502%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625803 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625803 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625802&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F495%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Long-term results of the original subcoronary Ross operation reveal normal survival, excellent hemodynamics, low risk of thromboembolism or bleeding, and small risk for reoperation. These results favor the pulmonary autograft concept in young and middle-aged patients in experienced centers and may serve to better define its role in surgical treatment of aortic valve disease in these patients. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625802 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625802 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625801&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F493%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625801 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625801 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625800&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F489%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Surgical treatment of IE was associated with 90% hospital survival. Outcomes within the 30 days were better for native valve than for prosthetic valve endocarditis. Long-term outcomes were similar. Finally, S aureus was associated with significantly higher mortality compared with other pathogens. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625800 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625800 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625799&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F488%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625799 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625799 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625798&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F480%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Aortic root replacement in the presence of complex active infection is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. We report that the rates of major complications and late mortality were similar among MC, BC, and HG groups in our study. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625798 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625798 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625797&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F473%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Patients in the TEVAR group had favorable early outcomes; however, midterm survival was reduced secondary to comorbidities. This study raises concern for the ongoing costs of surveillance imaging in TEVAR as well as patient compliance with follow-up. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625797 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625797 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625796&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F472%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625796 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625796 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625795&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F465%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The main factors contributing to a high radiation dose being acquired by patients during thoracic stent-graft were BMI greater than 25 kg/m2, number of parts of the stent-graft, and angulation of the neck of aneurysm exceeding 60 degrees. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625795 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625795 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625794&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F463%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625794 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625794 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625793&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F457%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions Each BAV morphologic group possesses a unique signature of MMPs and TIMPs. MMP/TIMP score ratios suggest that the R-L group may be more aggressive, justifying earlier surgical intervention. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625793 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625793 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625792&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F455%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625792 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625792 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625791&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F450%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions A patent false lumen, the use of GRF glue, and aortic root preservation at initial operation influence the risk for surgical correction in patients undergoing surgery for AAD. These patients need long-term follow-up. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625791 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625791 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625790&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F449%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625790 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625790 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625789&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F443%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions The modified Bentall procedure using 2 separated grafts for the coronary reimplantation is a feasible, safe, easy, and reproducible operative technique for aortic root surgery. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625789 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625789 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625788&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F442%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625788 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625788 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625787&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F438%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions In situ replacement using rifampicin-bonded grafting and omental pedicle grafting is effective for treating mycotic aneurysms of the thoracic and abdominal aorta. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625787 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625787 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625786&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F429%3Frss%3D1 Conclusions For cT2 N0 esophageal cancer patients, the benefit of neoadjuvant therapy is still unclear. Induction therapy for cT2 N0 did not translate into a statistically significant improvement in survival. However, due to the significant understaging of T2 N0 patients, we recommend neoadjuvant therapy to all cT2N0 patients before operation. (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625786 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625786 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5625785&cid=s_34391_157_f&fid=32938&url=http%3A%2F%2Fats.ctsnetjournals.org%2Fcgi%2Fcontent%2Fshort%2F93%2F2%2F428%3Frss%3D1 (Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery) The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5625785 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:00:00 +0100 5625785