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CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Professor Enoch Akowuah about the challenges facing cardiothoracic surgery.
November 18, 2024
This video demonstrates the successful use of a coronary stentectomy and endarterectomy in a 54-year-old woman with in-stent restenosis in eight drug-eluting stents in the LAD. This case emphasizes intraoperative techniques and postoperative care to prevent ischemia and thrombosis.
October 25, 2024
In this video, a surgeon provides a detailed drawing of a heart with a quadrileaflet aortic valve.
October 4, 2024
The authors demonstrate their direct arterial and venous cannulation through a right anterior thoracotomy technique for aortic valve replacement without compromising results.
October 2, 2024
This video demonstrates endoscopic harvesting of the radial artery using a reusable retractor with an open CO2 insufflation system.
October 1, 2024
This video shows the first-ever robotic heart transplant in full resolution and was shared by lead surgeon Dr. Feras Khaliel.
September 26, 2024
The first stage of surgical management for a case of acute on chronic type A and type B aortic dissection involves using the Bentall procedure with total arch replacement. This was performed using an indigenously made conduit using the Sree Chitra valve and a continuous suture technique.
September 24, 2024
This video demonstrates the steps to place an AtriClip using an Intuitive XI robot to occlude the left atrial appendage in a high-risk patient with chronic atrial fibrillation.
September 20, 2024
Yacoub's aortic root remodeling procedure has been recognized for its efficacy in avoiding anticoagulation issues and preserving aortic dynamics, with recent modifications enhancing the neo-aortic sinuses and sinotubular junction. This video demonstrates the Yacoub II procedure for acute aortic dissection.
September 17, 2024
This video demonstrates the technique of robotic-assisted ligation of an aberrant right subclavian artery using a left-sided thoracoscopic approach followed by an open subclavian to carotid transposition for management of dysphagia lusoria.
September 12, 2024
A 41-year-old male patient with a history of aortic and mitral valve replacements due to infective endocarditis underwent two Commando procedures to manage severe recurring infections and prosthetic valve dysfunctions, ultimately achieving a stable condition with lifelong antibiotic therapy.