Cardiothoracic, Research and Transplant

Double lung transplantation is better than single lung transplantation for end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a meta-analysis

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

MARCH 29, 2024

Lung transplantation is one of the most common treatment options for patients with end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. However, the choice between single and double lung transplantation for these.

Transplant

Transplant Pulmonary Research

Determinants of survival following heart transplantation in adults with congenital heart disease

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

We examine the factors associated with heart transplant outcomes in this challenging population with complex anatomy requiring redo-sur. Adult patients surviving with congenital heart disease (ACHD) is growing.

Congenital Heart Disease

Congenital Heart Disease Heart Transplant Transplant Congenital

The impact of bleeding on outcomes following lung transplantation: a retrospective analysis using the universal definition of perioperative bleeding

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

JULY 24, 2024

Lung transplantation (LT) represents a high-risk procedure for end-stage lung diseases. This study describes the outcomes of patients undergoing LT that require massive transfusions as defined by the universal.

Transplant

Transplant Outcomes Research

Webinars

Bridging Innovation & Patient Care: The Growing Role of AI

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The Thoracic Surgery Foundation Awards Inaugural International Fellowships

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Technology

JANUARY 19, 2022

Folesani to learn novel techniques, adapt innovative technology, and receive training from expert mentors who are dedicated to the highest standards of cardiothoracic surgery. Professor Large and his team are at the forefront of innovation with respect to nonthermic regional perfusion heart transplantation,” said Dr. Fiedler.

Cardiothoracic

Cardiothoracic Heart Transplant Allied Health Education

Technical aspects of reconstruction for inadequate left atrial cuff in lung transplantation

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Lung transplantation is the only life-saving treatment for lung diseases that do not respond to medical treatment. Heart-lung harvesting requires a careful procedure to protect an adequate donor left atrial cu.

Transplant

Transplant Research

Annals Short Reports

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

MAY 5, 2023

About Annals of Thoracic Surgery Short Reports Annals of Thoracic Surgery Short Reports —the official fully open access companion journal to The Annals of Thoracic Surgery —provides a modern venue for authors to present their research in a digestible format, while also making it available immediately, permanently, and universally.

Article

Article Cardiothoracic Education Congenital

Therapeutic potential of miR-133a-transfected bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell transplantation in improving cardiac function post-myocardial infarction

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The objective of this study is to examine the therapeutic efficacy of miR-133a-transfected bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BM-MSCs) in restoring damaged myocardium, reducing myocardial fibrosis, and improv.

Myocardial Infarction

Myocardial Infarction Cardiac Function Transplant Research

Resolution of insulin resistance, lactic acidosis, and decrease in mechanical support requirements in patients post orthotopic heart transplant with the use of long-acting insulin glargine

Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

This study investigates the efficacy of using a long-acting insulin analog, along with the infusion of regular insulin, in achieving appropriate glycemic control and correcting lactic acidosis in patients post.

Heart Transplant

Heart Transplant Transplant Research

The Texas Heart Institute Collaborates on Multi-institutional DOD Grant to Develop Novel Left Ventricular Assist Device

DAIC

MARCH 8, 2024

The research is funded by a four-year, $7.8 million grant awarded to Georgia Tech by the United States Department of Defense Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) as part of the agency’s call for the development of less invasive treatment technologies for cardiovascular conditions associated with cardiomyopathy.

Blood Clot

Blood Clot Heart Failure Quality of Life Innovation

ECMO May Offer Sickest COVID Patients Chance for ‘Exceptional Survival’

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Critical Care

MARCH 2, 2022

The researchers reported that 28 patients (93.3%) survived VV-ECMO. months since the patients were treated with VV-ECMO, survival was 86.7%, including one patient who underwent lung transplantation. A 6-minute walk test was performed in 16 patients (59.3%) with a median value of 350 meters, which the researchers called “encouraging.”

COVID-19

COVID-19 Cardiothoracic ICU Allied Health

Championing Change: Celebrating Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) Women Faculty

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

MARCH 8, 2024

There is increased cognizance of gender inequality and the importance of inclusive and diverse approaches to medical research. Historically, women have been underrepresented in scientific fields, and this spills over into the research and study of women’s health.

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac Rehabilitation Academic Diabetes Research

Published Research

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

APRIL 20, 2023

Published Research kschukar Thu, 04/20/2023 - 11:12 Recently published (2016 – present) manuscripts utilizing STS data: Adult Cardiac Surgery, General Thoracic Surgery, Congenital Heart Surgery, and Intermacs/Pedimacs.

Research

Research Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Aortic valve Congenital

Published Research

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

APRIL 20, 2023

Published Research kschukar Thu, 04/20/2023 - 11:12 Recently published (2016 – present) manuscripts utilizing STS data: Adult Cardiac Surgery, General Thoracic Surgery, Congenital Heart Surgery, and Intermacs/Pedimacs.

Research

Research Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Aortic valve Congenital

Cardiovascular Update

Double lung transplantation is better than single lung transplantation for end-stage chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a meta-analysis

Determinants of survival following heart transplantation in adults with congenital heart disease

The impact of bleeding on outcomes following lung transplantation: a retrospective analysis using the universal definition of perioperative bleeding

Webinars

The Thoracic Surgery Foundation Awards Inaugural International Fellowships

Technical aspects of reconstruction for inadequate left atrial cuff in lung transplantation

Annals Short Reports

Therapeutic potential of miR-133a-transfected bone marrow mesenchymal stem cell transplantation in improving cardiac function post-myocardial infarction

Resolution of insulin resistance, lactic acidosis, and decrease in mechanical support requirements in patients post orthotopic heart transplant with the use of long-acting insulin glargine

The Texas Heart Institute Collaborates on Multi-institutional DOD Grant to Develop Novel Left Ventricular Assist Device

ECMO May Offer Sickest COVID Patients Chance for ‘Exceptional Survival’

Championing Change: Celebrating Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) Women Faculty

Published Research

Published Research

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