At the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery Annual Scientific Meeting 2024, Marco Di Eusanio presented “Transaxillary Aortic Valve Replacement.”
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Aortic valve disease
November 20, 2024
For most surgeons, aortic annulus enlargement is considered too expensive to justify implanting a prosthesis that is only one size larger, and as a result, it is rarely used. This video demonstrates the surgical enlargement of the aortic annulus using a balloon catheter, which is a simple and innovative technique that combines the knowledge and experience of both TAVR and SAVR. This method allows for the implantation of a larger prosthesis without increasing surgical time or the risk of bleeding.
October 21, 2024
To wrap up the CTSNet Guest Editor Series, "Mastering Aortic Root Surgery—Learning From Top Surgeons", cardiac surgeon and CTSNet Senior Editor Dr. Lorena Montes was joined by top cardiac surgeons from around the world to discuss aortic root surgery in a recorded panel discussion.
October 15, 2024
The authors present the case of a 39-year-old woman with a diagnosis of Marfan syndrome, a mutation found on FBN1, and aortic root dilatation. She underwent an aortic valve reimplantation using the T. David-V Stanford modification.
October 7, 2024
In this new CTSNet series, Dr. Lorena Montes invited top cardiac surgeons from around the world to contribute clinical videos on various aortic root surgery techniques.
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.
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 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 13, 2024
At the Transcatheter Heart Valves Greece 2024 conference, leading surgeons delivered presentations on various aspects of TAVI. The leading surgeons include Michael Borger, V. Androutsopoulou, Teoman Kilic, and Gregory Pattakos.
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.