Exploring the future of robotic approaches in neonatal cardiac surgery: opportunities, barriers, and innovation pathways
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DOI: 10.1007/s11701-025-03004-x
Abstract: Robotic-assisted surgery (RAS) emerged as a transformative approach in various surgical disciplines, particularly in adult cardiothoracic procedures, where it has demonstrated significant benefits such as enhanced precision, improved visualisation, and reduced complication rates. Despite its… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; neonatal cardiothoracic; exploring future; review ... See more keywords
The Clinical Competency Committee in Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology-Perspectives From Program Directors Around the United States.
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DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2019.01.001
Abstract: The clinical competency committee offers a fellowship program a structured approach to assess the clinical performance of each trainee in a comprehensive fashion This special article examines the structure and function of this important committee… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic; committee; competency committee; program ... See more keywords
Role of Bivalirudin for Anticoagulation in Adult Perioperative Cardiothoracic Practice.
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DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2019.08.022
Abstract: Bivalirudin, a direct thrombin inhibitor with a fast onset of action and short half-life, is often referred to as an alternative anticoagulant to a heparin/protamine regimen. Bivalirudin demonstrated promising results as an anticoagulant in cardiac… read more here.
Keywords: role; cardiac surgery; cardiology; bivalirudin ... See more keywords
Medical Product Innovation: A Primer for Early Career Cardiothoracic Surgeons.
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DOI: 10.1053/j.semtcvs.2022.06.004
Abstract: Many cardiothoracic surgeons have become less involved in the process of developing therapies and diagnostic tools. There is renewed interest in innovation as a discipline among early career cardiothoracic surgeons and trainees. We describe the… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic; innovation; career cardiothoracic; cardiothoracic surgeons ... See more keywords
1131 The Integration of Cardiothoracic Practical Skills Workshop in The Undergraduate Medical School Curriculum and Its Impact on Promoting Interest in Cardiothoracic Surgery
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DOI: 10.1093/bjs/znab259.895
Abstract: Recently, a downward trend is seen in undergraduates wishing to pursue a career in cardiothoracic surgery(CTS). This is partly due to lack of clinical exposure and limited teaching during the undergraduate years; the focus being… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic; surgery; medical school; school curriculum ... See more keywords
Pathways to Innovation in Cardiothoracic Surgery
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DOI: 10.1097/imi.0000000000000422
Abstract: The mission statement of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery (ISMICS) reads: “ISMICS is committed to lead and promote innovation and technological advancement in cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgery through education and scientific analysis.”… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic; surgery; pathways innovation; surgery pathways ... See more keywords
Transforming Transplant Oversight: Enhancing Combined Cardiothoracic Surgery and Liver Transplantation With Normothermic Machine Perfusion
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DOI: 10.1097/txd.0000000000001810
Abstract: Background. Simultaneous cardiothoracic surgery and liver transplantation (LT) is a high-risk procedure associated with high mortality and morbidity rates. The use of normothermic machine perfusion (NMP) allows graft quality enhancement, assessment of liver viability, and… read more here.
Keywords: machine perfusion; cardiothoracic surgery; cardiothoracic; liver ... See more keywords
A New Methodology for Intraoperative Monitoring of the Functional Integrity of the Phrenic Nerve During Cardiothoracic Surgery.
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DOI: 10.1097/wnp.0000000000000677
Abstract: INTRODUCTION The phrenic nerve could be easily injured during cardiothoracic surgeries because of its anatomical relationships. The aim of this study is to describe a new, feasible, and reproducible methodology to achieve a continuous intraoperative… read more here.
Keywords: new methodology; functional integrity; methodology; phrenic nerve ... See more keywords
Belatacept for maintenance immunosuppression in cardiothoracic transplantation: The potential frontier
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DOI: 10.1111/ctr.13363
Abstract: Current immunosuppressive regimens with calcineurin inhibitors have improved the management of patients after transplantation. However, their adverse effects are linked to increased morbidity and limit the long‐term survival of heart and lung transplant recipients. Belatacept,… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic; maintenance immunosuppression; transplantation; immunosuppression ... See more keywords
An early evaluation of the HISTO SPOT® AB ID Class I & II test in cardiothoracic transplant patients
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DOI: 10.1111/iji.12595
Abstract: The HISTO SPOT®AB ID assay (BAG Diagnostics GmbH) is a novel single antigen HLA Class I & II antibody definition test used with the MR.SPOT® processor. We compared this assay with Luminex®‐based assays to assess… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic; spot; class; test ... See more keywords
Multispecialty involvement in the management of type B aortic dissections in the endovascular era—Implications for training cardiothoracic residents
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DOI: 10.1111/jocs.13133
Abstract: Involvement of qualified specialists with proficiency in endovascular therapies has created flux regarding the role of cardiothoracic surgeons, vascular surgeons, and other catheter‐skilled specialists in the management of type B aortic dissections. We used manuscript… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic; endovascular era; aortic dissections; management type ... See more keywords