Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

JUNE 30, 2024

Right heart failure is a common complication after cardiac surgery, and its mortality remains high. The medical management and veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation has shown significant improvemen.

Heart Failure 52

Heart Failure 52

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

To investigate the protective effect and mechanism of Ghrelin on Doxorubicin (Dox) hydrochloride induced heart failure (HF) and myocardial injury in rats.

Heart Failure 52

Heart Failure Research 52

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

APRIL 22, 2024

It is essential to find reliable biomarkers for early diagnosis and prognosis of acute heart failure (AHF) for its mitigation. Currently, increasing attention is paid to the role of microRNAs (miRNAs/miRs) as.

Heart Failure 52

Heart Failure Biomarkers Research 52

DAIC

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Traditionally, cardiothoracic surgeons have repaired or replaced the tricuspid valve during open-heart surgery and only when absolutely necessary; such surgeries are complex and risky. Image by Getty. tim.hodson Tue, 02/18/2025 - 10:08 Feb.

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Tricuspid Open-Heart Surgery Quality of Life Anatomy 52

DAIC

JUNE 11, 2024

Tricuspid and mitral valves are debilitating conditions that can lead to arrhythmias, hypertension, and heart failure. Until recently, therapeutic options for people with tricuspid and mitral valve disorders have been limited to symptom relief or high-risk surgery.

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Tricuspid Bicuspid/Mitral Heart Valves Innovation 111

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

AUGUST 27, 2024

The aim of our study was to focus on patients who have congestive heart failure, caused by left. It is controversial whether pulmonary function testing should be performed routinely in cardiac surgery patients.

Heart Failure 52

Heart Failure Pulmonary Research 52

Circulation

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

A 35-year-old gravida 1, para 0 with biventricular heart failure (LVEF 25%), nonischemic cardiomyopathy, history stroke, history of left ventricular thrombus, class III obesity, and chronic kidney disease who had been followed by Cardio-Obstetrics throughout her pregnancy presented at 34 weeks gestation for planned induction of labor.

Heart Failure 40

Heart Failure Cardiogenic Shock ICU Cardiothoracic 40

CTVS

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

A swimmer, hiker, and martial artist, you’d never guess 64-year-old Trisha McLaughlin struggled with an irregular heartbeat, congestive heart failure, and has undergone a number of heart procedures. In her mid-50s, Trisha noticed an irregular… Source

AFIB 52

AFIB Cardiothoracic Heart Failure Atrial Fibrillation 52

DAIC

APRIL 23, 2024

When the valve narrows, it does not open or close properly, making the heart work harder to pump blood throughout the body. Eventually, this causes the heart to weaken and function poorly, which may lead to heart failure and increased risk for sudden cardiac death. Presented at Heart Valve Society 2024, Boston, MA.

Aortic valve 111

Aortic valve Aortic Innovation Cardiothoracic 111

DAIC

MARCH 8, 2024

suffer from heart failure , and there are approximately 400,000 heart-failure-related deaths in this country each year. Patients with heart failure often experience reduced mobility, quality of life and ability to work; the disease also represents a significant public health care burden.

Blood Clot 98

Blood Clot Heart Failure Quality of Life Innovation 98

DAIC

JUNE 13, 2024

When the valve narrows, it does not open or close properly, making the heart work harder to pump blood throughout the body. Eventually, this causes the heart to weaken and function poorly, which may lead to heart failure and increased risk for sudden cardiac death. Presented at Heart Valve Society 2024, Boston, MA.

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Aortic valve Aortic Innovation Cardiothoracic 109

Circulation

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Her heart failure was due to the fistula as she had no coronary artery disease on coronary angiogram. She had cardiothoracic surgery for fistula repair. Postoperatively, she developed complete heart block requiring a permanent pacemaker.

Heart Failure 40

Heart Failure Coronary Angiogram Echocardiogram Aneurysm 40

DAIC

JANUARY 29, 2024

Secondary outcomes included rates of reoperation, infective endocarditis, stroke, and hospital admissions for heart failure. The research team followed these patients for a median time of 2.4 years after TAVR and 4.9 years after SAVR to assess their outcomes. The primary focus was on 5-year survival rates. for SAVR vs. 0.4%

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Aortic valve TAVR Aortic Outcomes 111

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

MAY 2, 2024

MicroRNA-200b-3p (miR-200b-3p) plays a pivotal role in inflammatory responses and is implicated in various inflammatory disorders. In this study, we aim to explore the role of miR-200b-3p in the inflammatory r.

Heart Failure 52

Heart Failure Research 52

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

JANUARY 16, 2025

Gout is a metabolic disease caused by decreased blood uric acid excretion and purine metabolism disorders. Long-term and persistent metabolic dysfunction gradually affects other organ functions and is the main.

Myocardial Infarction 52

Myocardial Infarction Heart Failure Research 52

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

JULY 26, 2024

Ischemic cardiomyopathy (ICM) accounts for more than 60% of congestive heart failure cases and is associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. Myocardial revascularization in patients with left ventricu.

Heart Failure 64

Heart Failure Cardiomyopathy 64

DAIC

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Highlights include: Due to the aging population and improvement in diagnostic strategies, the prevalence of heart valve disease is expected to double by 2040 and triple by 2060.As As a result, it is estimated that the number of patients requiring heart valve interventions will increase significantly in the coming decades.

Heart Valves 52

Heart Valves Quality of Life Cardiothoracic Outcomes 52

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

APRIL 4, 2024

Cardiopulmonary bypass induces a systemic inflammatory response and alterations in fluid homeostasis, resulting in generalized tissue edema. Additionally, ischemia-reperfusion injury following cardioplegic arr.

Open-Heart Surgery 52

Open-Heart Surgery Heart Failure Ischemia 52

CTVS

AUGUST 22, 2023

It is one of the most commonly diagnosed heart conditions and is characterized by an irregular heartbeat or rhythm, known as arrhythmia. If left untreated, this erratic heartbeat can disrupt blood flow and lead to serious life-threatening issues like stroke or heart failure.

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Atrial Fibrillation AFIB Heart Failure Arrhythmia 52

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

AUGUST 23, 2024

Fulminant myocarditis has been defined as the clinical manifestation of cardiac inflammation with rapid-onset heart failure and cardiogenic shock. We report on the case of a 17-year-old boy with hemodynamic de.

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Cardiogenic Shock Heart Transplant Transplant Heart Failure 52

DAIC

JUNE 11, 2024

Tricuspid and mitral valves are debilitating conditions that can lead to arrhythmias, hypertension, and heart failure. Until recently, therapeutic options for people with tricuspid and mitral valve disorders have been limited to symptom relief or high-risk surgery.

Tricuspid 52

Tricuspid Bicuspid/Mitral Heart Valves Innovation 52

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

APRIL 8, 2024

He was diagnosed with idiopathic heart failure t. In this case report, we present the unique and intriguing case of a 57-year-old man who experienced exertional palpitations and shortness of breath for 5 years.

Heart Failure 52

Heart Failure 52

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Left ventricular assist devices (LVAD) are an established treatment for end-stage left ventricular heart failure. Parameters are needed to identify the most appropriate patients for LVADs. This study aimed to.

Heart Failure 52

Heart Failure Research 52

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Congenital

MARCH 17, 2025

This 3-day event will bring together a world-class, international faculty to explore the latest developments and best practices in coronary artery disease, congenital heart disease, thoracic aortic disease, atrial fibrillation, and the surgical management of heart failure.

Cardiovascular Surgery 40

Cardiovascular Surgery Congenital Heart Disease Coronary Artery Disease Best Practices 40

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

DECEMBER 29, 2024

Veno-arterial (V-A) extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) is commonly used for patients with cardiac arrest, cardiogenic shock, or heart failure and is a life-saving technique. Computed tomography angiogr.

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Cardiogenic Shock Cardiac Arrest Heart Failure 40

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

JANUARY 19, 2024

We present a patient with a history of heart failure and metallic aortic and mitral valves surgeries, who required ablation for a drug-refractory left ventricular tachycardia. But the metallic valves prohibite.

Bicuspid/Mitral 40

Bicuspid/Mitral Tachycardia Aortic Ablation 40

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

JUNE 21, 2024

The clinical outcomes including mechanical ventilation time, intensive care unit stay time, hospital stay time, postoperative stroke, postoperative new-onset atrial fibrillation, postoperative heart failure requiring intra-aortic balloon pump mechanical circulation support, and in-hospital mortality of both are comparable.

Atrial Fibrillation 52

Atrial Fibrillation Defibrillator Heart Failure Aortic 52

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

APRIL 11, 2024

Background The clinical presentation of left ventricular free wall rupture (LVFWR) varies ranging from uneventful condition to congestive heart failure. Case summary Here we report two cases of LVFWR with different clinical presentation and notable outcome.

Ischemia 52

Ischemia Myocardial Infarction ICU Aortic 52

DAIC

JUNE 26, 2024

Getty Images milla1cf Wed, 06/26/2024 - 18:59 June 26, 2024 — Semaglutide , a medication initially developed for type 2 diabetes and obesity, significantly improves symptoms in men and women with a common type of heart failure that has had few therapeutic options.

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Preserved Ejection Fraction Obesity BMI Heart Failure 105

American College of Cardiology

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

5 "These risk factors are associated with an increased risk of premature coronary artery disease, premature heart failure, premature stroke and premature mortality in women," adds Sharma. After menopause, when protective estrogen levels drop, women's cardiovascular risk rises dramatically.5 It's really empowering to the patient."

Cardiovascular Disease 41

Cardiovascular Disease Education Coronary Artery Disease Risk Factors 41

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

APRIL 20, 2023

Adult Cardiac Surgery Database Lead Author Title Publication Date Jacob Raphael Red Blood Cell Transfusion and Pulmonary Complications: The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database Analysis The Annals of Thoracic Surgery January 2024 Joseph Sabik Multi-Arterial versus Single-Arterial Coronary Surgery: Ten Year Follow-up of One Million (..)

Research 52

Research Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Aortic valve Congenital 52

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

APRIL 20, 2023

Program Designations Access and Publications (A&P) 1 Participant User File (PUF) 2 Task Force on Funded Research (TFR) 3 Special Projects 4 Adult Cardiac Surgery Database Lead Author Title Publication Date William Keeling 2 National Trends in Emergency Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting European Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery October 2023 Jake (..)

Research 52

Research Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Aortic valve Congenital 52

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

MARCH 8, 2024

Anuradha Lala-Trindade, MD: She focuses on the selection and care of patients with mechanical circulatory support devices and heart transplantation, genetic cardiomyopathies, and perioperative management of high-risk cardiac surgical cases.

Cardiac Rehabilitation 59

Cardiac Rehabilitation Academic Diabetes Research 59

DAIC

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Traditionally, cardiothoracic surgeons have repaired or replaced the tricuspid valve during open-heart surgery and only when absolutely necessary; such surgeries are complex and risky. Image by Getty. tim.hodson Tue, 02/18/2025 - 10:08 Feb.

Tricuspid 52

Tricuspid Open-Heart Surgery Quality of Life Anatomy 52