This meta-analysis of 28 studies sought to evaluate the prognostic impact of permanent pacemaker (PPM) implantation in the postoperative period of cardiac surgery, with a focus on surgical procedure type and device indication.

Consensus document on bleeding management, transfusion, and quality metrics in cardiac surgery

An analysis of the various factors that may influence the effectiveness of myocardial protection during cardiac surgery in patients with left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) below 40%, with a focus on comparing the efficacy of del Nido versus cold blood cardioplegia.

This article provides a comprehensive review of the current state of leadless cardiac pacing, tracing its historical evolution, analyzing the available evidence, and highlighting future challenges and expectations for this technology.

Pioneering meta-analysis summarizing the outcomes of endovascular treatment for benign and malignant occlusive venous disease in the upper body.

Pathophysiology and management of mitral regurgitation associated with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy

An analysis of a guide based on personal experiences, proposing exercise and nutrition strategies specifically designed to enhance the health and performance of cardiovascular surgeons and interventionalists during demanding workdays.

This article provides an updated review on cardiac tumors, focusing on their classification, epidemiology, clinical manifestations, diagnostic methods, and therapeutic strategies. It delivers a clear synthesis that is highly valuable for daily clinical practice.

This study compares the safety and efficacy of transvenous lead extraction (TLE) for implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) and pacemakers (PMs), analyzing procedural differences based on a large-scale prospective registry from Cleveland Clinic over a decade.