CTSNet - Headlines http://www.ctsnet.org en-us Copyright 2005 CTSNet support@ctsnet.org CTSNet RSS http://www.ctsnet.org/graphics/logos/organizations/ctsnet_logo_wht195.gif http://www.ctsnet.org 195 50 <![CDATA[University of California, Davis Medical Center]]> This program offers close interaction with faculty and a breadth of clinical exposure in the three disciplines of thoracic, adult cardiac, and pediatric cardiac surgery

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1049.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:16:00 EST <![CDATA[Management of Malignant Pleural Effusion Survey Results]]> Review results of the survey on management of malignant pleural effusion and learn about current clinical care practices for this problem

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1047.html Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:58:00 EST <![CDATA[New Survey: Management of Hyperhidrosis]]> The new Thoracic Portal survey addresses surgical management of hyperhidrosis

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1046.html Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:01:00 EST <![CDATA[Treatment of left ventricular pseudoaneurysm ]]> Patient with a large pseudoaneurysm of the inferior wall of the left ventricle underwent resection of the pseudoaneurysm and reconstruction of the left ventricle while beating heart was maintained

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1045.html Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:48:00 EST <![CDATA[Cardiovascular Hybrid OR]]> In hybrid ORs angiographic 3D imaging capabilities are required. Due to the technical complexity and the multitude of users and procedures, careful planning is key for every hybrid room project.

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1044.html Wed, 03 Mar 2010 05:58:00 EST <![CDATA[Sternoclavicular joint obstruction of a gastric conduit ten ]]> This is a presentation of a post-esophagectomy patient who developed compression of her substernal gastric conduit by the left sternoclavicular joint, necessitating corrective surgery

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1043.html Tue, 02 Mar 2010 09:18:00 EST <![CDATA[Special Joint Meeting dedicated to Aldo R. Castañeda]]>

This meeting is presented by the World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery in collaboration with multiple international societies, in Antigua, Guatemala on July 15‑17, 2010

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1042.html Wed, 24 Feb 2010 03:06:00 EST <![CDATA[AATS 90th Annual Meeting Preliminary Program Available]]> The 2010 Annual Meeting preliminary program is now available

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1041.html Fri, 19 Feb 2010 12:01:00 EST <![CDATA[AATS/STS Cardiothoracic Therapy Critical Care Symposium]]> This important symposium will be held on Sunday, May 2nd from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at this year’s AATS 90th Annual Meeting in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1040.html Thu, 18 Feb 2010 02:27:00 EST <![CDATA[NHLBI’s Cardiothoracic Surgical Trials]]> NHLBI is providing an opportunity for cardiac surgery programs outside of the Network to participate as Satellite Sites in two ischemic mitral regurgitation trials. Application deadline is March 15.

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1039.html Fri, 05 Feb 2010 05:40:00 EST <![CDATA[Implantation of the Heartmate II LVAD]]> This new Residents Section video reviews the surgical technique for the implantation of a HeartMate II left ventricular assist device

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1038.html Fri, 15 Jan 2010 05:04:00 EST <![CDATA[Thoracic Literature Watch]]> The 2009 third quarter Thoracic Literature Watch is now available in the Thoracic Portal

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1037.html Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:59:00 EST <![CDATA[Exposure of the Cervical Esophagus]]> This article describes a safe and effective way to mobilize the cervical esophagus paying special attention to preservation of the recurrent laryngeal nerve.

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1036.html Wed, 23 Dec 2009 02:56:00 EST <![CDATA[Dissection of Superior Mediastinum ]]> The video describes a new technique for removing or sampling lymph nodes from the superior mediastinum through a left thoracotomy, without the arch mobilisation and the ductus division.

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1035.html Wed, 16 Dec 2009 04:47:00 EST <![CDATA[A Modification of the RV-PA Conduit in th Sano]]> This video demonstrates a technique used for the RV-PA conduit or Sano modification of the Norwood that has reduced the incidence of conduit obstruction at the authors' institution.

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1034.html Wed, 17 Feb 2010 12:50:00 EST <![CDATA[The University of Toronto Surgery Residency Program Profile]]>

With training at four large teaching hospitals, the Cardiac Surgery Residency Program at the University of Toronto offers trainees a high-volume, broad clinical experience. 

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1033.html Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:58:00 EST <![CDATA[Congenital Literature Watch]]> The 2009 second quarter Congenital Literature Watch is now available

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1032.html Mon, 07 Dec 2009 04:01:00 EST <![CDATA[AATS 90th Annual Meeting]]> Registration and housing are now open for the AATS meeting taking place May 1 – 5, 2010 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Reserve your place now to save!

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1031.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:40:00 EST <![CDATA[Endovascular Literature Watch]]> The 2009 fourth quarter Endovascular Literature Watch is now available

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1030.html Thu, 04 Feb 2010 08:07:00 EST <![CDATA[Reoperative Bentall Procedure and Aortic Arch Replacement]]> This video demonstrates the technical aspects involved in a reoperative approach to the aortic root, ascending aorta and aortic arch.

]]> http://www.ctsnet.org/announcements/announcement1029.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:47:00 EDT