Technology is rapidly changing how thoracic specialists diagnose disease, manage treatments, and interact with patients. From sharing CT scans for analysis of lung nodules to monitoring recovery after thoracic surgery,…
Type B acute aortic dissection (TBAAD) is a severe condition that requires urgent intervention to minimize complications and improve outcomes. Endovascular treatment has emerged as an effective approach for managing…
Robotic thoracoscopic surgical operations are increasingly performed worldwide. Current lung resection trends indicate that the robotic approach has now surpassed conventional VATS (video assisted thoracoscopy surgery) in the United States….
The Ross Konno procedure is a technically demanding operation in neonates and infants, particularly in small babies and those with significant aortic annular and left ventricular outflow tract hypoplasia. There…
Pulmonary valve replacement is traditionally performed using cardioplegia in order to induce cardiac arrest during the operation. However, the induction of cardiac arrest is known to be associated with several…
Central Message Case planning and preparation are critical for seamless TEVAR execution in aTBAD. IVUS is critical in finalizing the procedural plan, and avoids “flying blind” at any point. Commentary…
Highlights • Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is frequently associated with mitral valve abnormalities. • Standard surgical treatment of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is septal myectomy, but cannot always address mitral valve abnormalities. • Mitral…
Abstract Background Cardiac problems may occur in children who have acute COVID-19 but are more prevalent with multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C). Aim of review The purpose of this…
Abstract Background Cardiovascular abnormalities may be caused by congenital or perinatal infections that cause cardiomyocyte injury and inflammation. Aim of review The purpose of this article is to review common…
Abstract Background Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is characterized by cardiac myocyte hypertrophy leading to ventricular hypertrophy and can lead to heart failure and sudden cardiac death in pediatric patients. Aim of review…
