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This video demonstrates that proximal obstructions can be safely and effectively relieved via a left anterior thoracotomy. This approach is less invasive than a redo median sternotomy, which can be... More
June 9, 2016
What is the current state of atrial fibrillation surgery? An international panel of experts met at the 80th Annual SCTS Annual Meeting in Birmingham, United Kingdom, for an in-depth discussion of this issue.
June 6, 2016
This video demonstrates a tricuspid valve replacement with a mitral homograft in a child with endocarditis.
June 2, 2016
Francis Wells of Papworth Hospital, Cambridge, United Kingdom, gives an in-depth talk on the anatomy of the mitral valve and the importance of mitral clefts.
May 31, 2016
This video shows a minimally invasive mitral valve repair with a standardized loop technique for neochordae.
May 25, 2016
An international panel of experts discuss their experiences with the Perceval Aortic Pericardial Heart Valve by LivaNova.
May 23, 2016
This video demonstrates a valve-sparing aortic root replacement with an expansible ring.
May 18, 2016
Jorge Mascaro of Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham, United Kingdom, discusses the significant challenge of aortic arch replacement and the various approaches a surgeon can take, giving special attention to the Birmingham approach.
May 17, 2016
This video shows a valve-sparing excision of a papillary fibroelastoma in 74-year-old woman.
May 9, 2016
This presentation describes the basic surgical techniques and steps required for successfully performing a valve-sparing root replacement.
May 5, 2016
Is an open, endovascular, or hybrid approach the most effective treatment for thoraco-abdominal aortic aneurysm? An international panel debates the merits and pitfalls of each approach.