Thoracoscopy–thoracotomy approach for an aortoesophageal fistula: a case report
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DOI: 10.1007/s11748-020-01553-6
Abstract: An aortoesophageal fistula is often fatal, and standard radical surgery is highly invasive because both bilateral thoracotomy and laparotomy are required. We successfully incorporated thoracoscopic esophagectomy into this procedure for a 43-year-old man with an… read more here.
Keywords: thoracotomy approach; aortoesophageal fistula; thoracoscopy thoracotomy; aortoesophageal ... See more keywords
Mini Right Anterior Thoracotomy Approach versus Sternotomy for Resection of Intracardiac Myxoma
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DOI: 10.1097/imi.0000000000000542
Abstract: Objective The standard approach in treating cardiac myxoma is the median full sternotomy. After recent advances in surgical techniques, the mini right anterior thoracotomy has emerged as an alternative method. Methods We performed a retrospective… read more here.
Keywords: myxoma; mini right; thoracotomy approach; right anterior ... See more keywords
Left thoracotomy approach for aortic root surgery.
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DOI: 10.5830/cvja-2022-014
Abstract: Marfan syndrome is an autosomal dominant disease of connective tissue affecting approximately one in 5 000 people. However, the majority of patients (60-80%) with Marfan syndrome have some degree of aortic root dilation or thoracic… read more here.
Keywords: root; aortic root; left thoracotomy; marfan syndrome ... See more keywords