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Video Assisted Thoracoscopic (VATS) Lobectomy following Neoadjuvant Chemoradiotherapy
10-September-2012
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Induction chemoradiotherapy is a relative contraindication to VATS lobectomy due to oncological concerns. This video demonstrates a VATS lower lobectomy and radical systematic lymphadenectomy in a 53-year-old male who recurred locally following induction chemoradiotherapy. |
What Content Was Popular During July & August?
06-September-2012
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The list of the content items on CTSNet that were most frequently viewed during May and June is now available. The list highlights both items new to the list and those that have increased in popularity the most since the previous month. The new list contains seven new items appearing for the first time on a "Most Viewed Content" list. Take a look at the "Top 50 Articles or Videos Viewed During May & June 2012" and discover what CTSNet content you might have missed. |
Technical Options In Carinal Resection And Reconstruction
26-August-2012
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Tumors invading the tracheobronchial angle or the carina represent a challenge due to the complexity of airway reconstruction and management. Carinal resection, a complex and aggressive procedure for the treatment of these tumors, may be a safe approach for highly selected patients, in experienced centers with acceptable morbidity and mortality and good long-term survival. |
Now Accepting Abstracts & Case Videos for the 93rd AATS Annual Meeting
25-August-2012
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The American Association for Thoracic Surgery is now accepting Abstracts and Case Videos for the 93rd Annual Meeting to be held in Minneapolis, MN, USA from May 4 - 8, 2013. You and your colleagues are strongly encouraged to submit Abstracts or Case Videos of original work for consideration as part of the scientific program. |
John Dark, FRCS
13-August-2012
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Prof. John Dark performed Europe’s first double lung transplant. In this interview he discusses his criteria for acceptance of a donor lung, non-heart beating donation, ex vivo lung perfusion, his techniques for implantation and his vision of the future of lung transplantation. |
Orthotopic Heart Transplantation
26-July-2012
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Worldwide, over 3,500 heart transplants are performed annually. This is a lifesaving therapy for suitable candidates with advanced heart failure. This video reviews the steps of a recipient cardiectomy and donor implantation. |
Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy Survey Results
18-July-2012
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This survey addressed the techniques of esophagectomy used in patients with esophageal cancer. Read the results and learn how your colleagues approach this challenging problem. |
What Content Was Popular in May & June?
17-July-2012
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The list of the content items on CTSNet that were most frequently viewed during May and June is now available. The list highlights both items new to the list and those that have increased in popularity the most since the previous month. The new list contains seven new items appearing for the first time on a "Most Viewed Content" list. Take a look at the "Top 50 Articles or Videos Viewed During May & June 2012" and discover what CTSNet content you might have missed. |
Skeletonization of the Internal Mammary Artery With the Harmonic Hook Blade
13-July-2012
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This video shows in detail skeletonization of the internal mammary artery using the Harmonic hook blade, with footage contrasting the pedicle technique and traditional skeletonization with the cautery tip as a dissector. |
The Importance of Fibrinogen in the Management of Cardiac Surgical Bleeding
03-July-2012
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In this article the author reviews the importance of fibrinogen in the management of cardiac surgical bleeding. Outlined are the definition and etiology of fibrinogen, the causes of fibrinogen in cardiac surgical procedures, additional considerations when treating the cardiac surgical patient, and available treatments. |
Are You Smarter Than Your Attending?
02-July-2012
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Edward Bender, MD, the CTSNet Apps Editor, has developed an iPad app version of some of the most popular sections of CTSNet. The iPad app presents users with a searchable Events listing and Surgeon’s page (along with Map It locations), CTSNet Career Center, and direct access to the online journals. |
Ross Procedure With Pulmonary Autograft Reinforcement
28-June-2012
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The Ross procedure is a valuable alternative for the surgical treatment of aortic valve disease in adolescent and young adult. However, neo-aortic root dilatation resulting in valve regurgitation is not uncommon. This video demonstrates the authors' technical modification that prevents this complication. |
Adult Congenital Pulmonary Valve Replacement: A Simple, Effective, and Reproducible Technique
22-May-2012
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In this video, the authors demonstrate their current technique and the pitfalls encountered when performing bioprosthetic pulmonary valve replacement in the adult congenital patient. |
Randas J. Vilela Batista, MD
14-May-2012
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Ever controversial, Dr Randas Batista is best known for the operation that bears his name, otherwise known as a reduction ventriculoplasty, that caused a huge amount of interest in the USA and Europe 10 years ago as an alternative to transplantation for heart failure. A maverick to some, but a resourceful innovator working in a developing country to others, he describes another totally novel concept in this video : A surgical treatment for Eisenmenger's syndrome. |
New Residency Program Profile (PDF)
02-May-2012
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CTSNet Residents section features profiles of national and international cardiothoracic surgery training programs. A new program profile has been added for Cedars Sinai Medical Center Thoracic Surgery Residency Program. |
Valvuloplasty by Polytetrafluorethylene Leaflet Extensions for Bicuspid Aortic Valve in a 17-Year-Old Patient
26-April-2012
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The lack of an ideal valve substitute in the congenitally affected aortic valve has raised the interest in aortic valvuloplasty by leaflet extensions. Several techniques using native or xenopericardium have been described for aortic valve repair, however, the ideal material for leaflet extensions still remains controversial. |
Are You Smarter Than Your Attending?
17-April-2012
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Edward Bender, MD, the CTSNet Apps Editor, has developed an iPad app version of some of the most popular sections of CTSNet. The iPad app presents users with a searchable Events listing and Surgeon’s page (along with Map It locations), CTSNet Career Center, and direct access to the online journals. |
Current Techniques of Tricuspid Valve Repair
12-April-2012
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Cardiac surgeons largely have converted to reparative procedures for tricuspid valve disease. Techniques that have been successful for mitral repair have facilitated the transition to repair. This video illustrates current repair methods in 8 patients with a variety of tricuspid valve disorders. |
William Walker, FRCS
02-April-2012
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April 1st 2012 is the 20th Anniversary of VATS lobectomy at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. Twenty years ago, Dr. William Walker performed a left upper lobectomy using a 3-port approach standing in the posterior position. Now approaching his thousandth operation, he discusses his first VATS lobectomy and his current techniques. |
New Thoracic Portal Survey: Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy Training and Instruction
01-April-2012
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Take the new survey on minimally invasive esophagectomy training and instruction and help us learn about current formal and informal educational aspects regarding this technique. |
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