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
Challenges and satisfaction in Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Programmes: insights from a Europe-wide survey.
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DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivaa248
Abstract: OBJECTIVES The increasing complexity of surgical patients and working time constraints represent challenges for training. In this study, the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Residents' Committee aimed to evaluate satisfaction with current training programmes across… read more here.
Keywords: satisfaction; surgery; time; cardiothoracic surgery ... See more keywords
Digital communication platforms in cardiothoracic surgery during COVID-19 pandemic: keeping us connected or isolated?
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DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivac078
Abstract: During the COVID-19 pandemic, performing a surgeon's duties has become challenging while adhering to social distancing mandates. To aid in the continuity of healthcare services, rapid implementation of digital communication tools became a necessity. This… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic surgery; digital communication; communication; communication platforms ... See more keywords
The use of objective assessments in the evaluation of technical skills in cardiothoracic surgery: a systematic review
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DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivac194
Abstract: Summary OBJECTIVES With reductions in training time and intraoperative exposure, there is a need for objective assessments to measure trainee progression. This systematic review focuses on the evaluation of trainee technical skill performance using objective… read more here.
Keywords: technical skills; assessment; objective assessments; systematic review ... See more keywords
Assessment of Postoperative Pain Control with an Elastomeric Pain Pump Following Cardiothoracic Surgery
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DOI: 10.1093/pm/pnw269
Abstract: Objective To assess the effectiveness of local anesthesia, delivered via elastomeric pump to manage pain in patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgery. Methods A retrospective, comparative analysis evaluating adult cardiothoracic surgery patients (by median sternotomy) who received… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic surgery; surgery; pain control; pain ... See more keywords
Near-infrared spectroscopy and processed electroencephalogram monitoring for predicting peri-operative stroke risk in cardiothoracic surgery
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DOI: 10.1097/eja.0000000000001836
Abstract: BACKGROUND Stroke is a feared complication after cardiothoracic surgery, with an incidence of around 2 to 3%. Anaesthesia and postoperative sedation may obscure clinical symptoms of stroke and thus delay diagnosis and timely intervention. OBJECTIVES… read more here.
Keywords: peri operative; intra operative; spectroscopy; operative stroke ... 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
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy After Cardiothoracic Surgery in Children Less Than 2 Months Old: An Assessment of Long-Term Malnutrition Status and Gastrostomy Outcomes
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DOI: 10.1097/pcc.0000000000002129
Abstract: Supplemental Digital Content is available in the text. Objectives: Infants with critical congenital heart disease undergoing cardiothoracic surgery commonly experience chronic malnutrition and growth failure. We sought to determine whether placement of a percutaneous endoscopic… read more here.
Keywords: gastrostomy; percutaneous endoscopic; cardiothoracic surgery; endoscopic gastrostomy ... See more keywords
Geographical distribution of authorship for leading cardiothoracic surgery journals
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DOI: 10.1111/jocs.17022
Abstract: Evolution of surgical practice is influenced by publications in the leading journals of that field. If the authorship of a publication lacks geographical diversity, this could create bias and limit generalizability of the evidence. Accordingly,… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic surgery; surgery; authorship; surgery journals ... See more keywords
Heparin Vs Direct Thrombin Inhibitors in Patients with Previous HIT Undergoing Cardiothoracic Surgery: The Cleveland Clinic Experience
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DOI: 10.1182/blood-2018-99-115375
Abstract: BACKGROUND: Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a potentially devastating antibody-mediated complication of heparin therapy in which autoantibodies activate platelets in the presence of heparin. Despite thrombocytopenia, HIT is strongly associated with thrombosis that can affect… read more here.
Keywords: heparin; surgery; dti; bleeding ... See more keywords
Nuss procedure for combined pectus excavatum and carinatum in a patient with a history of congenital esophageal atresia repair surgery
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DOI: 10.1186/s13019-022-01759-0
Abstract: Cardiothoracic surgery usually causes tissue adhesion on the operation site which increases the risk of complications in the subsequent thoracic surgery including Nuss procedure. Disorders that require cardiothoracic surgery include chest wall deformities such as… read more here.
Keywords: cardiothoracic surgery; surgery; history; pectus excavatum ... See more keywords