Rivaroxaban versus nadroparin for thromboprophylaxis following thoracic surgery for lung cancer: A randomized, noninferiority trial.
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DOI: 10.1002/ajh.26945
Abstract: The benefit of rivaroxaban in thromboprophylaxis after oncologic lung surgery remains unknown. To evaluate the efficacy and safety of rivaroxaban, patients who underwent thoracic surgery for lung cancer were enrolled, and randomly assigned to rivaroxaban… read more here.
Keywords: thromboprophylaxis; surgery; thoracic surgery; lung ... See more keywords
Ultrasound‐guided continuous deep serratus anterior plane block versus continuous thoracic paravertebral block for perioperative analgesia in videoscopic‐assisted thoracic surgery
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DOI: 10.1002/ejp.1533
Abstract: The deep serratus anterior plane block (SAPB) is a promising novel regional anaesthesia technique for blockade of the anterolateral chest wall. Evidence for the efficacy of SAPB versus other analgesic techniques in thoracic surgery remains… read more here.
Keywords: block; serratus anterior; deep serratus; anterior plane ... See more keywords
Reply to: Oncologic thoracic surgery during the second wave of COVID‐19 pandemic: How to be ready for the storm
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DOI: 10.1002/jso.26334
Abstract: Dear Editor, We would like to thank Gallina et al. for their letter and appreciation of our manuscript. Indeed, our aim was both to report our specific data while also eliciting the experiences of other… read more here.
Keywords: oncology; thoracic surgery; covid pandemic;
Stem Cells Application in Thoracic Surgery: Current Perspective and Future Directions.
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DOI: 10.1007/5584_2018_180
Abstract: Two main fields of clinical applications of stem cells in thoracic surgery have been explored: (a) regenerative medicine, that is a branch of translational research in tissue engineering and molecular biology dealing with the replacement,… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; oncology; biology; thoracic surgery ... See more keywords
Frozen Section or Intraoperative Cytology: Are We Ready for a Paradigm Shift in Thoracic Surgery?
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DOI: 10.1007/5584_2021_696
Abstract: Intraoperative frozen sections of specimens taken during thoracic surgery are widely seen as the gold standard. However, the accuracy of intraoperative cytology remains contentious. The study aims to estimate the value of intraoperative cytology by… read more here.
Keywords: thoracic surgery; frozen section; intraoperative cytology; cytology ... See more keywords
General Thoracic Surgery in Rwanda: An Assessment of Surgical Volume and of Workforce and Material Resource Deficits
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DOI: 10.1007/s00268-018-4771-y
Abstract: BackgroundBenchmarking operative volume and resources is necessary to understand current efforts addressing thoracic surgical need. Our objective was to examine the impact on thoracic surgery volume and patient access in Rwanda following a comprehensive capacity… read more here.
Keywords: volume; rwanda; surgical volume; thoracic surgery ... See more keywords
Lung Function Changes are More Common in Marfan Patients Who Need Major Thoracic Surgery
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DOI: 10.1007/s00408-019-00236-1
Abstract: IntroductionMarfan syndrome is a genetic disorder affecting the connective tissue. Changes in lung tissue might influence respiratory function; however, a detailed respiratory functional assessment according to the need for major thoracic surgery is missing.MethodsComprehensive pulmonary… read more here.
Keywords: function; marfan patients; thoracic surgery; major thoracic ... See more keywords
Paravertebral block catheter breakage by electrocautery during thoracic surgery
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DOI: 10.1007/s00540-017-2361-z
Abstract: Advantages of thoracic paravertebral analgesia (TPA) include placement of the catheter closer to the surgical field; however, the catheter can become damaged during the operation. We experienced a case of intraoperative TPA catheter breakage that… read more here.
Keywords: catheter; breakage; catheter breakage; electrocautery ... See more keywords
Impact of Powered and Tissue-Specific Endoscopic Stapling Technology on Clinical and Economic Outcomes of Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery Lobectomy Procedures: A Retrospective, Observational Study
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DOI: 10.1007/s12325-018-0679-z
Abstract: IntroductionVideo-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) lung resections are complex procedures with a critical role played by endoscopic staplers in the transection of vessels, bronchi, and lung tissue. This retrospective, observational study compared hospital resource use, costs,… read more here.
Keywords: retrospective observational; lobectomy procedures; observational study; assisted thoracic ... See more keywords
A rare coincidence of upper extremity pure motor monoparesis due to stroke during thoracic surgery
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DOI: 10.1007/s13760-020-01315-4
Abstract: Isolated upper extremity motor monoparesis is a wellknown, but rare stroke manifestation. It is often mistaken for other causes of weakness, mostly peripheral nerve pathology [1–4]. When combined with long-lasting thoracic surgery, the first thing… read more here.
Keywords: extremity; weakness; thoracic surgery; motor ... See more keywords
The Role of Extracorporeal Life Support in Thoracic Surgery
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DOI: 10.1007/s40140-019-00362-9
Abstract: Extracorporeal life support (ECLS) is a widely used potential treatment option in patients with severe respiratory or cardiac failure with increasing significance. Routine perioperative application of ECLS is applied in cardiac and rare in thoracic… read more here.
Keywords: extracorporeal life; surgery; life support; thoracic surgery ... See more keywords