ARTICLES ON MISCELLANEOUS
What does closing the left atrial appendage during mitral repair offer in patients without atrial fibrillation?
This single-center, retrospective study compares the utility of left atrial appendage (LAA) closure in patients undergoing mitral valve repair without atrial fibrillation (AF).
Isolated Surgical Closure of the Left Atrial Appendage with Automated Devices: Incidence of Acute Thrombosis
This retrospective single-center study examines the incidence of acute thrombosis at the stump line of the left atrial appendage (LAA) and its prognosis following isolated surgical closure with automated devices.
A review of myocardial protection in cardiac surgery: a retrospective since 2020
This literature review revisits the pathophysiological principles of ischemia, reperfusion, and myocardial ischemia tolerance, as well as the concepts of myocardial protectioN and the main evidence on outcomes among different cardioplegia solutions retrospectively since 2020.
Mortality and Cost of Cardiac Stimulation Device Infections According to the Applied Treatment: Expert Commentary
Dr. Encarnación Gutiérrez’s review discusses the current state of managing infections associated with cardiac stimulation devices (CSDs), addressing the increase in associated costs due to three primary factors.
Are leadless pacemakers a safe alternative following cardiac surgery or percutaneous valve interventions?
This single-center retrospective study analyzes the clinical and safety outcomes of leadless pacemakers in patients requiring permanent pacing after cardiac surgery or transcatheter valve intervention.
Review of the Most Relevant Cardiac Surgery Articles of 2022: Overview Following the Conclusion of 2023
Review article from Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon that revisits the most relevant articles published in 2022 in the field of cardiac surgery.
Novoseven® in cardiac surgery hemostasis: the seventh cavalry
A review article on postoperative outcomes of Novoseven® applied for controlling refractory bleeding after aortic surgery.
Competitive sports and congenital heart disease
Comparison of guidelines from various American and European scientific societies regarding participation in competitive sports among patients with congenital heart disease.
Papillary fibroelastoma: the most common primary cardiac tumor that also recurs
A retrospective single-center study from the Mayo Clinic reviewing and following 294 patients who underwent surgical excision of papillary fibroelastoma.
Evaluation of frailty in cardiac surgery during surgical and transcatheter aortic valve replacement: consensus document
This consensus document, prepared by the European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EACTS), the European Association of Preventive Cardiology (EAPC), and the European Society of Cardiology (ESC), addresses the comprehensive assessment of frail patients before procedures, aiming to determine intraoperative risk, short-term mortality, and the likelihood of neurological complications. The goal is to provide patients with improved information regarding their post-intervention functionality and quality of life.