Aortic valve replacement in children: a difficult situation, an uncertain future
A meta-analysis and microsimulation study aimed to review and estimate the outcomes of different aortic valve replacement strategies in the pediatric population.
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Left Main Coronary Artery Disease: Reality Surpasses Clinical Trials
Results from the Swedish registry SWEDENHEART on the comparative outcomes of coronary intervention versus surgical revascularization in left main coronary artery disease and a contrast with findings from major clinical trials.
Delirium and quality of life in surgical and percutaneous treatment of aortic valve disease
This prospective, observational, single-center study compares the incidence of postoperative delirium and quality of life in patients treated for aortic valve disease via surgery versus transcatheter procedure.
Management of the Aortic Root in Aortic Dissections: Less is More?
Single-center retrospective study comparing mortality and reintervention rates between conservative treatment (limited to the ascending aorta) and aggressive treatment of the aortic root in acute Stanford type A aortic dissection.
Oral Anticoagulation After Surgical Repair of Type A Aortic Dissection: Does it Impact Prognosis and False Lumen Patency?
Single-center retrospective study analyzing the effects of chronic oral anticoagulation (OAC) on long-term outcomes after surgical repair of acute type A aortic dissection (AAAD), as well as its impact on false lumen (FL) evolution.
The latest in pacing: leadless dual-chamber pacemaker
A study on the first experience with transcatheter implantation of a leadless dual-chamber pacemaker in humans.
The Radial Artery, the Best Companion for Double Internal Mammary Artery
A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies comparing the use of double internal mammary artery (BITA) with saphenous vein (SV) versus BITA with radial artery (RA) in surgical treatment for triple-vessel coronary artery disease. Long-term survival was evaluated with follow-up up to 12 years.
Valve Bioprostheses: Resilient Over Time
Five-Year Results and Preliminary Seven-Year Data from the COMMENCE Study on Edwards® RESILIA® Bovine Pericardial Tissue in Aortic Position Bioprostheses
Surgical Implantation of Balloon-Expandable Valve Prosthesis in Cases of Severe Mitral Annular Calcification: Another Tool in the Armamentarium
An analysis of the technique and outcomes of the largest published series on the surgical implantation of balloon-expandable valves (Sapien) in patients with severe mitral annular calcification (MAC).
Clinical practice guidelines: a awaiting challenge in pediatric cardiac surgery
Experience of an American center implementing clinical practice guidelines for the surgical repair of ventricular septal defect.