Late incidence and recurrence of new-onset atrial fibrillation after isolated aortic valve replacement surgery
This multicenter retrospective cohort study investigates the occurrence of atrial fibrillation after isolated aortic valve replacement (AVR), examining the recurrence of the arrhythmia and associated complications during long-term follow-up.
Less-Invasive Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation: Should We Start Considering It?
This multicenter observational study evaluates morbidity and mortality following left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation, comparing the outcomes of conventional median sternotomy (CS) to minimally invasive (MI) approaches.
Mechanical Ventricular Assist Devices: Universal Access?
A Canadian center conducted a study to assess the learning curve evolution in HeartMate II® device implantation.
Methylprednisolone in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: The End of a Religion?
A multicenter, prospective, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial utilizing the Society of Thoracic Surgeons Congenital Heart Surgery Database (STS-CHSD) was conducted to evaluate perioperative prophylactic glucocorticoid use.
A Tailored Strategy for Acute Type A Aortic Dissection: Is It Really Necessary?
This study, conducted at a specialized aortic surgery center, examines the short- and long-term outcomes of surgical repair for type A aortic dissection based on whether a conservative or more extensive repair strategy was chosen.
Axillary or Femoral Arterial Cannulation in Postcardiotomy Extracorporeal Life Support: Unresolved Dilemma?
This study aimed to evaluate the type and incidence of complications based on the selected peripheral cannulation site (femoral or axillary) in patients requiring postcardiotomy extracorporeal life support (PC-ECLS).
Innominate Artery Cannulation versus Axillary in Proximal Aortic Arch Surgery: ACE CardioLink-3 Study
A multicenter randomized study evaluating the efficacy of antegrade cerebral perfusion (ACP) through innominate artery cannulation compared to axillary artery during hypothermic circulatory arrest in elective proximal aortic arch surgery.
Combined Aortic and Mitral Valve Replacement with Mitral-Aortic Curtain Reconstruction (Commando Procedure): Indications, Outcomes, and Surgical Advice
This article describes the short- and long-term outcomes from the largest published series of patients who underwent combined aortic and mitral valve replacement with mitral-aortic curtain reconstruction (Commando procedure).
