Rightward Shift in Valve Surgery
An analysis by the Cleveland Clinic of isolated tricuspid valve surgery outcomes, focusing on etiology and associated clinical and analytical parameters.
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Congenital Aortic Root Malformations: How Should They Be Named?
Consensus document on the anatomy, imaging, and nomenclature of congenital aortic root malformations.
Tri-Score: more intention than result
Analysis of the foundational work of the TRI-SCORE scoring system, designed to assess the risk-benefit balance of invasive treatment options versus conservative management in patients with significant isolated tricuspid regurgitation (TR).
Reoperations in cardiac valve surgery: a review of major considerations
This review article provides an exhaustive analysis of perioperative considerations and essential techniques in cardiac valve reoperations.
The Evolution of Tricuspid Regurgitation: From Secondary Actor to Co-star
Review on tricuspid regurgitation, explaining the characterization of this valvulopathy, the new five-grade severity classification, and medical, surgical, and percutaneous treatment options.
Current Status of Transcatheter Mitral Prostheses: Expert Commentary
Expert commentary from Dr. Carlos E. Martín provides an update on the percutaneous treatment of the mitral valve using transcatheter prostheses, reviewing the main technical aspects and results in studies published to date.
Pump-head: cognitive decline and cardiac surgery
This review article documents and analyzes the literature on the prevalence, pathogenic mechanisms, and potential treatment strategies for cognitive decline following cardiac surgery.
Where Should Infective Endocarditis Be Operated?
This is a multicenter retrospective study comparing surgical outcomes for infective endocarditis cases treated at primary valve centers versus specialized hospitals.
Optimal Therapeutic Management of Patients with Stable Coronary Disease: Success Lies Within Our Reach
Summary of American societies’ clinical guidelines for the clinical and therapeutic management of patients with stable coronary disease.
Cardiac invasive treatment in patients with advanced cancer: whom, when, and how?
Updated and comprehensive review from JACC addressing the relevance of various cardiac invasive procedures in patients with advanced cancer.