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Helms F, Deniz E, Krüger H, Zubarevich A, Schmitto JD, Poyanmehr R, Hinteregger M, Martens A, Weymann A, Ruhparwar A, Schmack B, Popov AF. Minimally Invasive Approach for Replacement of the Ascending Aorta towards the Proximal Aortic Arch. J Clin Med 2024; 13:3274. [PMID: 38892985 PMCID: PMC11172865 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13113274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2024] [Revised: 05/24/2024] [Accepted: 05/28/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Objectives: In recent years, minimally invasive approaches have been used with increasing frequency, even for more complex aortic procedures. However, evidence on the practicability and safety of expanding minimally invasive techniques from isolated operations of the ascending aorta towards more complex operations such as the hemiarch replacement is still scarce to date. Methods: A total of 86 patients undergoing elective surgical replacement of the ascending aorta with (n = 40) or without (n = 46) concomitant proximal aortic arch replacement between 2009 and 2023 were analyzed in a retrospective single-center analysis. Groups were compared regarding operation times, intra- and postoperative complications and long-term survival. Results: Operation times and ventilation times were significantly longer in the hemiarch replacement group. Despite this, no statistically significant differences between the two groups were observed for the duration of the ICU and hospital stay and postoperative complication rates. At ten-year follow-up, overall survival was 82.6% after isolated ascending aorta replacement and 86.3% after hemiarch replacement (p = 0.441). Conclusions: Expanding the indication for minimally invasive aortic surgery towards the proximal aortic arch resulted in comparable postoperative complication rates, length of hospital stay and overall long-term survival compared to the well-established minimally invasive isolated supracommissural ascending aorta replacement.
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- Florian Helms
- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, University Clinic Oldenburg, 26129 Oldenburg, Germany
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- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Division for Cardiothoracic-, Transplantation- and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Carl-Neuberg-Str. 1, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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Staromłyński J, Kowalówka A, Gocoł R, Hudziak D, Żurawska M, Nowak W, Pasierski M, Sarnowski W, Smoczyński R, Bartczak M, Brączkowski J, Sadecka S, Drobiński D, Deja M, Szymański P, Suwalski P, Kowalewski M. Comparative Analysis of Long-Term Outcomes in Valve-Sparing Aortic Root Reimplantation: Full Sternotomy versus Mini-Sternotomy Approach. J Clin Med 2024; 13:2692. [PMID: 38731222 PMCID: PMC11084568 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13092692] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2024] [Revised: 04/19/2024] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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Background: Aortic valve-sparing aortic root replacement (VSARR) David procedure has not been routinely performed via minimally invasive access due to its complexity. Methods: We compared our results for mini-VSARR to sternotomy-VSARR from another excellence center. Results: Eighty-four patients, 62 in the sternotomy-VSARR group and 22 in the mini-VSARR group, were included. A baseline, the aneurysm dimensions were higher in the mini-VSARR group. Propensity matching resulted in 17 pairs with comparable characteristics. Aortic cross-clamp and cardiopulmonary bypass times were significantly longer in the mini-VSARR group, by 60 and 20 min, respectively (p < 0.001). In-hospital outcomes were comparable between the groups. Drainage volumes were numerically lower, and hospital length of stay was, on average, 3 days shorter (p < 0.001) in the mini-VSARR group. At a median follow-up of 5.5 years, there was no difference in mortality (p = 0.230). Survival at 1, 5 and 10 years was 100%, 100%, and 95% and 95%, 87% and 84% in the mini-VSARR and sternotomy-VSARR groups, respectively. No repeat interventions on the aortic valve were documented. Echocardiographic follow-up was complete in 91% with excellent durability of repair regardless of the approach: no cases of moderate/severe aortic regurgitation were reported in the mini-VSARR group. Conclusions: The favorable outcomes, reduced drainage, and shorter hospital stays associated with the mini-sternotomy approach underscore its potential advantages expanding beyond cosmetic outcome.
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- Jakub Staromłyński
- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
- Thoracic Research Centre, Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Innovative Medical Forum, 85-067 Bydgoszcz, Poland;
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- Thoracic Research Centre, Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Innovative Medical Forum, 85-067 Bydgoszcz, Poland;
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Upper-Silesian Heart Center, 40-635 Katowice, Poland; (R.G.); (D.H.); (M.D.)
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, School of Medicine in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Upper-Silesian Heart Center, 40-635 Katowice, Poland; (R.G.); (D.H.); (M.D.)
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, School of Medicine in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Upper-Silesian Heart Center, 40-635 Katowice, Poland; (R.G.); (D.H.); (M.D.)
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, School of Medicine in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland
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- Clinical Cardiology Department, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (M.Ż.); (P.S.)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
- Thoracic Research Centre, Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Innovative Medical Forum, 85-067 Bydgoszcz, Poland;
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Upper-Silesian Heart Center, 40-635 Katowice, Poland; (R.G.); (D.H.); (M.D.)
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, School of Medicine in Katowice, Medical University of Silesia, 40-055 Katowice, Poland
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- Clinical Cardiology Department, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (M.Ż.); (P.S.)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
- Thoracic Research Centre, Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Innovative Medical Forum, 85-067 Bydgoszcz, Poland;
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery and Transplantology, National Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland; (J.S.); (W.N.); (M.P.); (W.S.); (R.S.); (M.B.); (J.B.); (S.S.); (D.D.); (P.S.)
- Thoracic Research Centre, Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Innovative Medical Forum, 85-067 Bydgoszcz, Poland;
- Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Department, Heart and Vascular Centre, Maastricht University Medical Centre, 6229 HX Maastricht, The Netherlands
- Department for the Treatment and Study of Cardiothoracic Diseases and Cardiothoracic Transplantation, IRCCS-ISMETT, 90127 Palermo, Italy
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Tchana-Sato V, Bruls S, Minga Lowampa E, Houben A, Desiron Q, Hans G, Lagny MG, Jaquet O, Defraigne JO, Lavigne JP. Surgery of the ascending aorta via a right anterior minithoracotomy: initial surgical experience of a single center. Acta Chir Belg 2024; 124:28-34. [PMID: 36424303 DOI: 10.1080/00015458.2022.2152240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2022] [Accepted: 11/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/05/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Full median sternotomy (FMS) is the common surgical access for patients undergoing replacement of the ascending aorta (AA) with or without aortic valve replacement (AVR). The right anterior mini-thoracotomy (RAMT) approach has been increasingly adopted for AVR. This approach has been shown to decrease blood loss and hospital length of stay (LOS) compared with FMS. The RAMT approach may also be beneficial in selected patients requiring AA procedures with or without AVR. We present our initial clinical experience of patients who have undergone a RAMT for supracommissural replacement of the tubular AA with or without AVR. METHODS This is a single-center retrospective review of 10 patients who underwent an elective RAMT for replacement of the tubular AA with or without AVR between November 2019 and January 2022. Clinical outcomes evaluated include 30-day mortality, intensive care and hospital LOS, time to extubation, operative times, as well as postoperative complications such as stroke and bleeding. RESULTS Median cross-clamp and cardiopulmonary bypass times were 109 and 148 min, respectively. Median time to extubation was 2.5 h and median intensive care unit and hospital stay were 2 and 10 days, respectively. There were two re-thoracotomies for postoperative bleeding and two cases of sub-xiphoidal pericardial drainage for pericardial effusion. There were no strokes and no in-hospital nor 30-day mortalities. CONCLUSIONS The replacement of the AA with or without concomitant AVR can be performed through a RAMT in carefully selected patients. However, the safety of this approach, as compared to full/partial median sternotomy, remains to be proven.
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, CHU Liege, Liege, Belgium
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- Department of Anesthesiology, CHU Liege, Liege, Belgium
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, CHU Liege, Liege, Belgium
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- Department of Anesthesiology, CHU Liege, Liege, Belgium
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- Department of Anesthesiology, CHU Liege, Liege, Belgium
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Helms F, Schmack B, Weymann A, Hanke JS, Natanov R, Martens A, Ruhparwar A, Popov AF. Expanding the Minimally Invasive Approach towards the Ascending Aorta-A Practical Overview of the Currently Available Techniques. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:1618. [PMID: 37763737 PMCID: PMC10534602 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59091618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2023] [Revised: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023]
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Minimally invasive techniques have gained immense importance in cardiovascular surgery. While minimal access strategies for coronary and mitral valve surgery are already widely accepted and often used as standard approaches, the application of minimally invasive techniques is currently expanded towards more complex operations of the ascending aorta as well. In this new and developing field, various techniques have been established and reported ranging from upper hemisternotomy approaches, which allow even extensive operations of the ascending aorta to be performed through a minimally invasive access to sternal sparing thoracotomy strategies, which completely avoid sternal trauma during ascending aorta replacements. All of these techniques place high demands on patient selection, preoperative planning, and practical surgical implementation. Application of these strategies is currently limited to high-volume centers and highly experienced surgeons. This narrative review gives an overview of the currently available techniques with a special focus on the practical execution as well as the advantages and disadvantages of the currently available techniques. The first results demonstrate the practicability and safety of minimally invasive techniques for replacement of the ascending aorta in a well-selected patient population. With success and complication rates comparable to classic full sternotomy, the proof of concept for minimally invasive replacement of the ascending aorta is now achieved.
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- Florian Helms
- Division for Cardiothoracic, Transplantation and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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Lyu Y, Liu Y, Xiao X, Yang Z, Ge Y, Jiang H. High level of intraoperative lactate might predict acute kidney injury in aortic arch surgery via minimally invasive approach in patients with type A dissection. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1188393. [PMID: 37469483 PMCID: PMC10352579 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1188393] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2023] [Accepted: 06/19/2023] [Indexed: 07/21/2023] Open
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Background A high incidence of acute kidney injury (AKI) has been recorded in total arch replacement (TAR) combined with frozen elephant trunk (FET) implantation in patients with acute type A dissection (ATAAD) via median sternotomy approach with some risk factors. However, the independent risk factors for AKI via a minimally invasive approach have not yet been identified. Methods A total of 207 patients with ATAAD were enrolled from January 2018 and November 2019 and were divided into AKI and non-AKI groups. The current surgical strategy was TAR combined with FET via a single upper hemisternotomy approach, a minimally invasive method. An increase in the serum creatinine (Cr) level to ≥2 times the baseline level 48 h post-surgery was defined as AKI. The morbidity of AKI was investigated with a step-by-step backward multivariate analysis of its independent risk factors and a receiver-operating characteristic curve analysis. Results Postoperative AKI was observed in 39 (18.8%) patients, and the total hospital mortality was 8.7%. Univariate analysis found that preoperative Cr, weight, circulatory arrest time ≥60 min, intraoperative highest lactate (Lac), and intraoperative transfusion had significant differences between the two groups. However, multivariate step-by-step backward logistic regression analysis identified intraoperative highest Lac and transfusion as independent risk factors for postoperative AKI and intraoperative highest Lac was identified as the most critical independent risk factor estimated by the partial chi-square statistic minus the predicted degrees of freedom with 4.3 mmol/L as the optimal cut-off point for prediction for AKI. Conclusions Intraoperative highest Lac and transfusion were independent risk factors for postoperative AKI, which led to high hospital mortality. Moreover, intraoperative highest Lac was the most critical independent risk factor and high level of intraoperative highest Lac (4.3 mmol/L) might predict for postoperative AKI.
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- Ying Lyu
- Graduate School, China Medical University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, China
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- Graduate School, China Medical University, Shenyang, China
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, General Hospital of Northern Theater Command, Shenyang, China
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Xie LF, He J, Wu QS, Qiu ZH, Jiang DB, Gao HQ, Chen LW. Do obese patients with type A aortic dissection benefit from total arch repair through a partial upper sternotomy? Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1086738. [PMID: 36776260 PMCID: PMC9915564 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1086738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2022] [Accepted: 01/11/2023] [Indexed: 02/14/2023] Open
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Background Minimal research has been performed regarding total arch replacement through partial upper sternotomy in patients with acute type A aortic dissection who are obese, and the safety and feasibility of this procedure need to be further investigated. The present study investigated the potential clinical advantages of using a partial upper sternotomy versus a conventional full sternotomy for total arch replacement in patients who were obese. Methods This was a retrospective study. From January 2017 to January 2020, a total of 65 acute type A aortic dissection patients who were obese underwent total arch replacement with triple-branched stent graft. Among them, 35 patients underwent traditional full sternotomy, and 30 patients underwent partial upper sternotomy. The perioperative clinical data and postoperative follow-up results of the two groups were collected, and the feasibility and clinical effect of partial upper sternotomy in total arch replacement were summarized. Results The in-hospital mortality rates of the two groups were similar. The total operative time, cardiopulmonary bypass, aortic cross-clamp, cerebral perfusion, and deep hypothermic circulatory arrest times were also similar in both groups. The thoracic drainage and postoperative red blood cell transfusion volumes in the partial upper sternotomy group were significantly lower than those in the full sternotomy group. Mechanical ventilation time was shorter in the partial upper sternotomy group than that in the full sternotomy group. Additionally, the incidences of pulmonary infection, hypoxemia, and sternal diaphoresis were lower in the partial upper sternotomy group than those in the full sternotomy group. Conclusion This study showed that total arch replacement surgery through a partial upper sternotomy in patients with acute type A aortic dissection who are obese is safe, effective, and superior to full sternotomy in terms of blood loss, postoperative blood transfusion, and respiratory complications.
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- Lin-Feng Xie
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Fujian Medical University, Fujian Province University, Fuzhou, China,Fujian Provincial Special Reserve Talents Laboratory, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Fujian Medical University, Fujian Province University, Fuzhou, China,Fujian Provincial Special Reserve Talents Laboratory, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Fujian Medical University, Fujian Province University, Fuzhou, China,Fujian Provincial Special Reserve Talents Laboratory, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Fujian Medical University, Fujian Province University, Fuzhou, China,Fujian Provincial Special Reserve Talents Laboratory, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Fujian Medical University, Fujian Province University, Fuzhou, China,Fujian Provincial Special Reserve Talents Laboratory, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, Fuzhou, China,*Correspondence: Liang-wan Chen,
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Chen CH, Peterson MD, Mazer CD, Hibino M, Beaudin AE, Chu MWA, Dagenais F, Teoh H, Quan A, Dickson J, Verma S, Smith EE. Acute Infarcts on Brain MRI Following Aortic Arch Repair With Circulatory Arrest: Insights From the ACE CardioLink-3 Randomized Trial. Stroke 2023; 54:67-77. [PMID: 36315249 DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.122.041612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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BACKGROUND to investigate the frequency and distribution of new ischemic brain lesions detected by diffusion-weighted imaging on brain magnetic resonance imaging after aortic arch surgery. METHODS This preplanned secondary analysis of the randomized, controlled ACE (Aortic Surgery Cerebral Protection Evaluation) CardioLink-3 trial compared the safety and efficacy of innominate versus axillary artery cannulation during elective proximal aortic arch surgery. Participants underwent pre and postoperative magnetic resonance imaging. New ischemic lesions were defined as lesions visible on postoperative, but not preoperative diffusion weighted imaging. RESULTS Of the 111 trial participants, 102 had complete magnetic resonance imaging data. A total of 391 new ischemic lesions were observed on diffusion-weighted imaging in 71 (70%) patients. The average number of lesions in patients with ischemic lesion were 5.5±4.9 with comparable numbers in the right (2.9±2.0) and left (3.0±2.3) hemispheres (P=0.49). Half the new lesions were in the middle cerebral artery territory; 63% of the cohort had ischemic lesions in the anterior circulation, 49% in the posterior circulation, 42% in both, and 20% in watershed areas. A probability mask of all diffusion-weighted imaging lesions revealed that the cerebellum was commonly involved. More severe white matter hyperintensity on preoperative magnetic resonance imaging (odds ratio, 1.80 [95% CI, 1.10-2.95]; P=0.02) and lower nadir nasopharyngeal temperature during surgery (odds ratio per 1°C decrease, 1.15 [95% CI, 1.00-1.32]; P=0.05) were associated with the presentation of new ischemic lesion; older age (risk ratio per 1-year increase, 1.02 [95% CI, 1.00-1.04]; P=0.03) and lower nadir temperature (risk ratio per 1°C decrease, 1.06 [95% CI, 1.00-1.14]; P=0.06) were associated with greater number of lesions. CONCLUSIONS In patients who underwent elective proximal aortic arch surgery, new ischemic brain lesions were common, and predominantly involved the middle cerebral artery territory or cerebellum. Underlying small vessel disease, lower temperature nadir during surgery, and advanced age were risk factors for perioperative ischemic lesions. REGISTRATION URL: https://www. CLINICALTRIALS gov; Unique identifier: NCT02554032.
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- Chih-Hao Chen
- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, AB, Canada (C.-H.C., A.E.B., E.E.S.).,Department of Neurology, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan (C.-H.C.)
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada (M.D.P., H.T., A.Q., S.V.).,Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, ON, Canada (M.D.P., S.V.)
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- Department of Anesthesia, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada (C.D.M., J.D.).,Departments of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, University of Toronto, ON, Canada (C.D.M., J.D.).,Department of Physiology, University of Toronto, ON, Canada (C.D.M.)
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- Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA (M.H.)
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, AB, Canada (C.-H.C., A.E.B., E.E.S.).,Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, AB, Canada (A.E.B., E.E.S.)
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, London Health Sciences Centre and the Western University, ON, Canada (M.W.A.C.)
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- Quebec Heart and Lung Institute, Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, Canada (F.D.)
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada (M.D.P., H.T., A.Q., S.V.).,Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada (H.T.)
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada (M.D.P., H.T., A.Q., S.V.)
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- Department of Anesthesia, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada (C.D.M., J.D.).,Departments of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, University of Toronto, ON, Canada (C.D.M., J.D.)
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada (M.D.P., H.T., A.Q., S.V.).,Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, ON, Canada (M.D.P., S.V.).,Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Toronto, ON, Canada (S.V.)
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- Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Calgary, AB, Canada (C.-H.C., A.E.B., E.E.S.).,Hotchkiss Brain Institute, University of Calgary, AB, Canada (A.E.B., E.E.S.)
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Kaminohara J, Hara M, Uehara K, Suruga M, Yunoki K, Takatori M. Intravenous landiolol for the prevention of atrial fibrillation after aortic root, ascending aorta, and aortic arch surgery: A propensity score-matched analysis. JTCVS OPEN 2022; 11:49-58. [PMID: 36172424 PMCID: PMC9510871 DOI: 10.1016/j.xjon.2022.06.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2021] [Revised: 05/27/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Objective Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) after cardiac surgery is associated with increased mortality. The efficacy of landiolol hydrochloride for POAF prevention after coronary artery bypass grafting procedure and valve surgery has been reported. However, little evidence is available on its role in POAF prevention after aortic root, ascending aorta, and aortic arch surgery. This study aimed to determine the association between intravenous landiolol and the incidence of POAF after these aortic surgeries. Methods We included 358 consecutive adult patients without preoperative atrial fibrillation who underwent aortic root, ascending aorta, and aortic arch surgery between January 1, 2011, and December 31, 2018, at our institution. The therapeutic influence of landiolol in preventing POAF was estimated by propensity score-matched analysis (n = 222). The primary end point was the incidence of POAF within 72 hours after surgery. The secondary end points included adverse clinical events such as 30-day mortality and symptomatic cerebral infarction. Results The median age of the cohort was 72 years, 68.5% were men, and 46.4% received postoperative oral or transdermal β-blockers. After minimizing differences in patient background by propensity score matching, the incidence of POAF in the landiolol group was significantly lower than that in the reference group (18.9% vs 38.7%; P = .002). Landiolol use was associated with reduced incidence of POAF (odds ratio, 0.39; 95% CI, 0.21 to −0.72; P = .003). There were no significant differences in secondary end points. Conclusions Intravenous landiolol was associated with a lower incidence of POAF after aortic root, ascending aorta, and aortic arch surgery.
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- Jun Kaminohara
- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Hiroshima Citizens Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
- Address for reprints: Jun Kaminohara, MD, Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Hiroshima Citizens Hospital, 7-33 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima, 730-8518, Japan.
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- Department of Clinical Investigation, Japan Society of Clinical Research, Osaka, Japan
- Center for Community-Based Healthcare Research and Education, Shimane University Graduate School of Medicine, Izumo, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Hiroshima Citizens Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
- Department of Anesthesiology, National Hospital Organization Iwakuni Clinical Center, Yamaguchi, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Hiroshima Citizens Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
- Department of Anesthesiology, National Hospital Organization Okayama Medical Center, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Hiroshima Citizens Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Hiroshima Citizens Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
- Department of Anesthesiology, Takanobashi Central Hospital, Hiroshima, Japan
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Die superiore Ministernotomie – für welche Operationen? ZEITSCHRIFT FUR HERZ THORAX UND GEFASSCHIRURGIE 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s00398-022-00501-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Qiu Z, Xiao J, Wu Q, Chai T, Zhang L, Li Y, Chen L. Partial upper sternotomy for extensive arch repair in older acute type A aortic dissection patients. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2022; 22:117. [PMID: 35313815 PMCID: PMC8939131 DOI: 10.1186/s12872-022-02511-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2021] [Accepted: 02/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES The partial upper sternotomy (PUS) approach is acceptable for aortic valve replacement, and even aortic root operation. However, the efficiency of PUS for extensive arch repair of acute type A aortic dissection (AAAD) in older adult patients has not been well investigated. METHODS Between January 2014 and December 2019, 222 older adult patients (≥ 65 years) diagnosed with AAAD went through extensive arch repair, among which 127 received PUS, and 95 underwent full sternotomy (FS). Logistic regression analysis was used to identify risk factors for early death, and negative binomial regression analysis was applied to explore risk factors related to post-operative ventilator-supporting time and intensive care unit stay time. RESULTS Total early mortality was 8.1% (18/222 patients). The PUS group had shorter Cardiopulmonary bypass time (133.0 vs.155.0 min, P < 0.001), cross-clamp time (44.0 vs. 61.0 min, P < 0.001) and shorter selective cerebral perfusion time (11.0 vs. 21.0 min, P < 0.001) than the FS group. Left ventricle ejection fraction < 50% (odds ratio [OR] 17.05; 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.87-155.63; P = 0.012) and malperfusion syndromes (OR 65.83; 95% CI 11.53-375.86; P < 0.001) were related to early death. In the multivariate model, the PUS approach contributed to shorter ventilator-supporting time (incidence rate ratio [IRR] 0.76; 95% CI 0.64-0.91; P = 0.003), when compared with the FS group. CONCLUSIONS The early results of emergency extensive arch repair of AAAD via PUS in older adult patients were satisfactory. However, the long-term results remain to be investigated.
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- Zhihuang Qiu
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Union Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China.,Key Laboratory of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Fujian Medical University, Fujian Province University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China.,Fujian Provincial Special Reserve Talents Laboratory, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Union Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China.,Key Laboratory of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Fujian Medical University, Fujian Province University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China.,Fujian Provincial Special Reserve Talents Laboratory, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Union Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China.,Key Laboratory of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Fujian Medical University, Fujian Province University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China.,Fujian Provincial Special Reserve Talents Laboratory, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Union Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China.,Key Laboratory of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Fujian Medical University, Fujian Province University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China.,Fujian Provincial Special Reserve Talents Laboratory, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China
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- Department of Physiology and Pathophysiology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Toxicology, Fujian Center for Evaluation of New Drug, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Union Hospital, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China. .,Key Laboratory of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Fujian Medical University, Fujian Province University, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China. .,Fujian Provincial Special Reserve Talents Laboratory, Fuzhou, 350001, Fujian, China.
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Ji Q, Wang Y, Liu F, Yang Y, Li J, Sun X, Yang Z, Pan S, Lai H, Wang C. Mini-Invasive Bentall Procedure Performed via a Right Anterior Thoracotomy Approach With a Costochondral Cartilage Sparing. Front Cardiovasc Med 2022; 9:841472. [PMID: 35310990 PMCID: PMC8924284 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2022.841472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2021] [Accepted: 02/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Objectives A right minithoracotomy approach with a sternal sparing technique is a minimally invasive option for surgeons performing aortic root surgery. This report presents our initial clinical results of the right minithoracotomy Bentall procedure. Methods Clinical data of 15 patients were retrospectively analyzed who underwent the minimally invasive Bentall procedure through the right anterior thoracotomy via the second intercostal incision without any costochondral cartilage invasion at our institution between October, 2019 and June, 2021. The operative time, length of intensive care unit stay and postoperative hospital stay, perioperative outcomes, and follow-up results were analyzed. Results The median aortic cross-clamping time was 95.0 (85.5–98.8) min. Three (21.4%) patients received blood transfusion. The median drainage volume in the first 24 h was 200.0 ml, with no redo for bleeding. The median duration of mechanical ventilation was 12.5 (11.0–25.0) h, and median length of intensive care unit stay was 1.5 (1.0–3.0) day. All patients discharged 5.8 ± 1.2 days following surgery, with no dead patients found. At 6 months following surgery, all patients survived with an improved New York Heart Association (NYHA) functional class. Conclusion The right minithoracotomy Bentall procedure may be performed safely with low morbidity and mortality. This approach should be considered as an option in carefully selected patients requiring aortic root replacement.
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- Qiang Ji
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- *Correspondence: Hao Lai,
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Municipal Institute for Cardiovascular Diseases, Shanghai, China
- ChunSheng Wang,
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Minimally invasive approach: is this the future of aortic surgery? Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2021; 38:171-182. [PMID: 35463712 PMCID: PMC8980970 DOI: 10.1007/s12055-021-01258-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2021] [Revised: 08/17/2021] [Accepted: 08/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Median sternotomy incision has shown to be a safe and efficacious approach in patients who require thoracic aortic interventions and still represents the gold-standard access. Nevertheless, over the last decade, less invasive techniques have gained wider clinical application in cardiac surgery becoming the first-choice approach to treat heart valve diseases, in experienced centers. The popularization of less invasive techniques coupled with an increased patient demand for less invasive therapies has motivated aortic surgeons to apply minimally invasive approaches to more challenging procedures, such as aortic root replacement and arch repair. However, technical demands and the paucity of available clinical data have still limited the widespread adoption of minimally invasive thoracic aortic interventions. This review aimed to assess and comment on the surgical techniques and the current evidence on mini thoracic aortic surgery.
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Haunschild J, Barnard SJ, Misfeld M, Saeed D, Davierwala P, Leontyev S, Mende M, Borger MA, Etz CD. Proximal aortic aneurysms: correlation of maximum aortic diameter and aortic wall thickness. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2021; 60:322-330. [PMID: 33822923 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezab147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2020] [Revised: 01/21/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2021] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES The goal of therapy of proximal aortic aneurysms is to prevent an aortic catastrophe, e.g. acute dissection or rupture. The decision to intervene is currently based on maximum aortic diameter complemented by known risk factors like bicuspid aortic valve, positive family history or rapid growth rate. When applying Laplace's law, wall tension is determined by pressure × radius divided by aortic wall thickness. Because current imaging modalities lack precision, wall thickness is currently neglected. The purpose of our study was therefore to correlate maximum aortic diameter with aortic wall thickness and known indices for adverse aortic events. METHODS Aortic samples from 292 patients were collected during cardiac surgery, of whom 158 presented with a bicuspid aortic valve and 134, with a tricuspid aortic valve. Aortic specimens were obtained during the operation and stored in 4% formaldehyde. Histological staining and analysis were performed to determine the thickness of the aortic wall. RESULTS Patients were 62 ± 13 years old at the time of the operation; 77% were men. The mean aortic dimensions were 44 mm, 41 mm and 51 mm at the aortic root, sinotubular junction and ascending aorta, respectively. Aortic valve stenosis was the most frequent (49%) valvular dysfunction, followed by aortic valve regurgitation (33%) and combined dysfunction (10%). The maximum aortic diameter at the ascending level did not correlate with the thickness of the media (R = 0.07) or the intima (R = 0.28) at the convex sample site. There was also no correlation of the ascending aortic diameter with age (R = -0.18) or body surface area (R = 0.07). The thickness of the intima (r = 0.31) and the media (R = 0.035) did not correlate with the Svensson index of aortic risk. Similarly, there was a low (R = 0.29) or absent (R = -0.04) correlation between the aortic size index and the intima or media thickness, respectively. There was a similar relationship of median thickness of the intima in the 4 aortic height index risk categories (P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Aortic diameter and conventional indices of aortic risk do not correlate with aortic wall thickness. Other indices may be required in order to identify patients at high risk for aortic complications.
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- Josephina Haunschild
- University Department for Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany.,Saxonian Incubator for Clinical Translation, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Saxonian Incubator for Clinical Translation, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- University Department for Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany.,Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,The Discipline of Medicine, The Central Clinical School, The Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- University Department for Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany
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- University Department for Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany
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- University Department for Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany
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- Centre for Clinical Trials, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany.,Institute for Medical Informatics, Statistics and Epidemiology, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- University Department for Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany
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- University Department for Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany.,Saxonian Incubator for Clinical Translation, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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Rayner TA, Harrison S, Rival P, Mahoney DE, Caputo M, Angelini GD, Savović J, Vohra HA. Minimally invasive versus conventional surgery of the ascending aorta and root: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2021; 57:8-17. [PMID: 31209468 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezz177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2019] [Revised: 05/09/2019] [Accepted: 05/13/2019] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Limited uptake of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) of the aorta hinders assessment of its efficacy compared to median sternotomy (MS). The objective of this systematic review is to compare operative and perioperative outcomes for MIS versus MS. Online databases Medline, EMBASE, Cochrane Library and Web of Science were searched from inception until July 2018. Both randomized and observational studies of patients undergoing aortic root, ascending aorta or aortic arch surgery by MIS versus MS were eligible for inclusion. Primary outcomes were 30-day mortality, reoperation for bleeding, perioperative renal impairment and neurological events. Intraoperative and postoperative timing measures were also evaluated. Thirteen observational studies were included comparing 1101 MIS and 1405 MS patients. The overall quality of evidence was very low for all outcomes. Mortality and the incidence of stroke were similar between the 2 cohorts. Meta-analysis demonstrated increased length of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) time for patients undergoing MS [standardized mean difference 0.36, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.15-0.58; P = 0.001]. Patients receiving MS spent more time in hospital (standardized mean difference 0.30, 95% CI 0.17-0.43; P < 0.001) and intensive care (standardized mean difference 0.17, 95% CI 0.06-0.27; P < 0.001). Reoperation for bleeding (risk ratio 1.51, 95% CI 1.06-2.17; P = 0.024) and renal impairment (risk ratio 1.97, 95% CI 1.12-3.46; P = 0.019) were also greater for MS patients. There was substantial heterogeneity in meta-analyses for CPB and aortic cross-clamp timing outcomes. MIS may be associated with improved early clinical outcomes compared to MS, but the quality of the evidence is very low. Randomized evidence is needed to confirm these findings.
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- Tom A Rayner
- Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK
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- Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK
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- Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Bristol Hearth Institute, Bristol, UK
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Bristol Hearth Institute, Bristol, UK
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- Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK.,National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care (CLAHRC) West at University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, Bristol, UK
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Bristol Hearth Institute, Bristol, UK
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Frebutte E, Bibombe M, Dumont A, Haxhe M, Reper P. Successful Conservative Treatment of a Complicated Aortic Thrombus in a Woman with Factor V Leiden Mutation. Eur J Case Rep Intern Med 2021; 8:002641. [PMID: 34268269 PMCID: PMC8276923 DOI: 10.12890/2021_002641] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2021] [Accepted: 05/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Thrombus in the aortic trunk is a rare complication. We report the case of a 63-year-old patient with a factor V Leiden mutation in whom an aortic arch thrombus was discovered accidentally. Conservative treatment was initiated with therapeutic anticoagulation with low-molecular-weight heparin leading to complete thrombus lysis after 3 months but associated shortly after anticoagulation initiation with a large splenic and limited renal infarctions.
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- Elise Frebutte
- Internal Medicine Department, CHR Haute Senne, Soignies, Belgium
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- Internal Medicine Department, CHR Haute Senne, Soignies, Belgium
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- Internal Medicine Department, CHR Haute Senne, Soignies, Belgium
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- Radiology Department, CHR Haute Senne, Soignies, Belgium
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- Internal Medicine Department, CHR Haute Senne, Soignies, Belgium.,Critical Care Department, CHR Haute Senne, Soignies, Belgium.,Critical Care Department, CHU UCL Namur, Yvoir, Belgium.,Federal Health Ministry, Brussels, Belgium
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Kim SA, Pyo WK, Ok YJ, Kim HJ, Kim JB. Mini-access open arch repair. J Thorac Dis 2021; 13:2233-2241. [PMID: 34012574 PMCID: PMC8107538 DOI: 10.21037/jtd-20-3254] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
Abstract
Background The use of minimally invasive approaches is scarce in open aortic arch repair because of its perceived high operative risk and technical difficulty. Methods This study enrolled 59 consecutive patients (aged 58.2±13.2 years) undergoing elective arch replacement either through upper hemi-sternotomy (n=58) or mini-thoracotomy (n=1) between 2015 and 2020. Of these, 44 underwent hemiarch replacement and 15 underwent total arch replacement. Moderate hypothermic circulatory arrest was used for all patients while antegrade cerebral perfusion was selectively used for total arch repair. For more efficient distal aortic anastomosis in limited spaces, inverted graft anastomosis was utilized whenever possible. Results Hemi-sternotomy involved upper sternal separation down to the second, third, and fourth intercostal spaces in 1 (1.7%), 30 (50.8%), and 27 (45.8%) patients, respectively. Concomitant cardiac procedures included root replacement in 19 patients (32.2%) and aortic valve replacement in 21 patients (35.6%). Circulatory arrest, cardiac ischemic, cardiopulmonary bypass, and total procedural times were 8.9±3.4, 91.1±31.1, 114.6±46.2, and 250.3±79.5 min, respectively for total arch repair, and 25.0±12.1, 72.3±16.6, 106.0±16.9, and 249.1±41.7 min, respectively for hemiarch repair. Conversion to full-sternotomy was required in 1 patient (1.7%) due to bleeding. There was one case of mortality (1.7%) attributable to low-cardiac output syndrome following hemiarch repair concomitantly with Bentall procedure. Major complications included requirement for mechanical support in 1 (1.7%), temporary neurologic deficit in 1 (1.7%), newly initiated dialysis in 3 (5.1%), and re-exploration due to bleeding in 2 (3.4%). Conclusions Mini-access open arch repair is technically feasible and achieved excellent early outcomes.
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- Shi A Kim
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Staromłyński J, Kowalewski M, Sarnowski W, Smoczyński R, Witkowska A, Bartczak M, Drobiński D, Wierzba W, Suwalski P. Midterm results of less invasive approach to ascending aorta and aortic root surgery. J Thorac Dis 2020; 12:6446-6457. [PMID: 33282347 PMCID: PMC7711423 DOI: 10.21037/jtd-20-2165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Abstract
Background Minimally invasive aortic valve (AV) surgery has become widely accepted alternative to standard sternotomy. Despite possible reduction in morbidity, this approach is not routinely performed for aortic surgery. Current report aimed to demonstrate early and mid-term outcomes in patients undergoing minimally invasive aortic root- and ascending aorta-replacement with or without concomitant AV replacement (AVR). Methods Between 2011 and 2018, 167 selected low- and intermediate risk patients (mean age: 64.1±11.3; 70% men; EuroSCORE II 2.58±3.26) underwent minimally invasive aortic surgery. The “V” shaped partial upper sternotomy was performed through a 6-cm skin incision. Patients were divided into minimally invasive root reimplantation/replacement/remodelling (root RRR), supracoronary aorta replacements (SCAR) and SCAR+AVR. Kaplan-Meier estimates of survival were used. Results Mean follow-up was 3.1 year (max 7.7 years). Of 167 patients, 82 (49%) underwent SCAR; 44 (26%) SCAR + AVR. Forty-one patients (25%) underwent minimally invasive root RRR. Average aortic diameter was 6.00±0.46 cm. The cardiopulmonary bypass and aortic cross-clamp time were 152.0±46.8 and 101.8±36.8 minutes. There was one conversion to sternotomy. Median intensive care unit stay was 2.0 (IQR: 1.0–3.0) days. Thirty-day mortality was 1%. Within investigated follow-up, there was one late reoperation due to aortic valve thrombosis; late survival was estimated at 95% without differences between types of surgery: hazard ratio, 0.81; 95% CI: 0.36–1.81; P=0.61. Conclusions Minimally invasive aortic surgery performed through “V” shaped partial upper sternotomy is feasible and safe in selected patients regardless of the extent of repair, from supracoronary aorta replacements to complex root surgery.
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- Jakub Staromłyński
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland.,Thoracic Research Centre, Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Innovative Medical Forum, Bydgoszcz, Poland.,Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Department, Heart and Vascular Centre, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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- Satellite Campus in Warsaw, University of Humanities and Economics in Łódź, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of Interior and Administration, Centre of Postgraduate Medical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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Etz CD, Haunschild J, Girdauskas E, Della Corte A, Fedak PWM, Schäfers HJ, Sundt TM, Borger MA. Surgical management of the aorta in BAV patients. Prog Cardiovasc Dis 2020; 63:475-481. [PMID: 32640281 DOI: 10.1016/j.pcad.2020.06.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2020] [Accepted: 06/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Patients with a bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) frequently develop aneurysms of the aortic root and tubular ascending aorta. Aneurysms of the aortic arch, in the absence of concomitant aortopathies, are much less common. According to the 2018 American Association of Thoracic Surgery consensus guidelines on BAV-related aortopathy, prophylactic surgical aortic repair / replacement is recommended starting at a maximum aortic diameter of 50 mm in patients with risk factors. Concomitant aortic surgery is also recommended at an aortic diameter of 45 mm in those patients with other indications for cardiac surgery (most commonly aortic valve procedures). The ultimate goal of prophylactic aortic surgery is the prevention of aortic catastrophes, e.g. aortic rupture or acute aortic dissection, which are associated with high morbidity and mortality. The surgical technique used - in elective and emergency cases - depends on the involvement and nature of the aortic valve disease, as well as the extent of aortic aneurysm formation. The current review focusses on the surgical management of the aortic root, tubular ascending aorta, and proximal aortic arch in BAV patients. Despite the abovementioned recommendations, many BAV patients develop acute aortic syndromes below the recommended aortic diameter thresholds. Further research is therefore required in order to identify high-risk BAV subgroups that would benefit from earlier surgical repair.
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- Christian D Etz
- University Clinic of Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, University Heart Center Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Translational Medical Sciences, University of Campania "L. Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Sciences, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Libin Cardiovascular Institute, Calgary, Canada
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Saarland University Medical Center, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, United States
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- University Clinic of Cardiac Surgery, Leipzig Heart Center, Leipzig, Germany.
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Jiang H, Liu Y, Yang Z, Ge Y, Li L, Wang H. Total Arch Replacement via Single Upper-Hemisternotomy Approach in Patients With Type A Dissection. Ann Thorac Surg 2020; 109:1394-1399. [DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2019.08.095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2019] [Revised: 08/05/2019] [Accepted: 08/26/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Spadaccio C, Hu H, Li C, Qiao Z, Ge Y, Tie Z, Zhu J, Moon MR, Danton M, Sun L, Gaudino MF. Thoracic aortic surgery: status and upcoming novelties. Minerva Cardioangiol 2020; 68:518-531. [PMID: 32319269 DOI: 10.23736/s0026-4725.20.05263-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Several novel technological developments and surgical approaches have characterized the field of aortic surgery in the recent decade. The progressive introduction of endovascular procedures, minimally invasive surgical techniques and hybrid approaches have changed the practice in aortic surgery and generated new trends and questions. Also, the advancements in the manufacturing of tissue engineered vascular grafts as substitutes for aortic replacements are enlightening new avenues in the treatment of aortic disease. This review will provide an overview of the current novel perspectives, debates and trends in major thoracic aortic surgery.
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- Cristiano Spadaccio
- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK - .,Department of Cardiac Surgery, Golden Jubilee National Hospital, Glasgow, UK - .,Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Beijing Aortic Disease Centre, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Beijing Institute of Heart Lung and Blood Vessel Diseases, Beijing Engineering Research Centre for Vascular Prostheses, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China -
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Beijing Aortic Disease Centre, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Beijing Institute of Heart Lung and Blood Vessel Diseases, Beijing Engineering Research Centre for Vascular Prostheses, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Beijing Aortic Disease Centre, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Beijing Institute of Heart Lung and Blood Vessel Diseases, Beijing Engineering Research Centre for Vascular Prostheses, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Beijing Aortic Disease Centre, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Beijing Institute of Heart Lung and Blood Vessel Diseases, Beijing Engineering Research Centre for Vascular Prostheses, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Beijing Aortic Disease Centre, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Beijing Institute of Heart Lung and Blood Vessel Diseases, Beijing Engineering Research Centre for Vascular Prostheses, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Beijing Aortic Disease Centre, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Beijing Institute of Heart Lung and Blood Vessel Diseases, Beijing Engineering Research Centre for Vascular Prostheses, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Beijing Aortic Disease Centre, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Beijing Institute of Heart Lung and Blood Vessel Diseases, Beijing Engineering Research Centre for Vascular Prostheses, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- School of Medicine, Washington University, St Louis, MI, USA
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Scottish Pediatric Cardiac Services, Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow, UK
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Beijing Aortic Disease Centre, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Beijing Institute of Heart Lung and Blood Vessel Diseases, Beijing Engineering Research Centre for Vascular Prostheses, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery Weill Cornell Medicine, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, New York, NY, USA
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Iba Y, Yamada A, Kurimoto Y, Hatta E, Maruyama R, Miura S. Perioperative Outcomes of Minimally Invasive Aortic Arch Reconstruction with Branched Grafts Through a Partial Upper Sternotomy. Ann Vasc Surg 2019; 65:217-223. [PMID: 31678130 DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2019.10.078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2019] [Revised: 10/14/2019] [Accepted: 10/14/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Ministernotomy has been advocated over recent years as an alternative technique for different cardiovascular surgical procedures to reduce the surgical trauma associated with conventional full sternotomy. In recent years, several reports have addressed minimally invasive approaches to the proximal aorta and aortic arch through a partial upper sternotomy (PUS). We reviewed our experience of minimally invasive open aortic arch reconstruction with a branched graft through a PUS. METHODS Between February 2016 and December 2018, 22 patients underwent open arch repair through a PUS. Moderate hypothermic circulatory arrest and antegrade selective cerebral perfusion were used for organ protection. The median patient age was 76 years (range, 65-86). Renal insufficiency was observed in 14 patients (64%) and chronic lung disease, in 11 (50%). Total arch replacement was performed in 20 patients (91%), while the remaining 2 (9%) received partial arch replacement with reconstruction of two supraaortic vessels. Aortic valve replacement with a tissue valve or aortic valve repair was each performed concomitantly in one patient (5%) as a concomitant procedure. The median durations of cardiopulmonary bypass, aortic cross-clamping, and circulatory arrest were 214, 109, and 50 min, respectively. RESULTS No early deaths, permanent neurological deficits, or spinal cord injuries occurred. One patient (5%) required intraoperative conversion to full sternotomy because of bleeding caused by a venting cannula injury. Three patients (14%) required re-exploration because of bleeding. Prolonged ventilation occurred in 2 patients (9%) with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. CONCLUSIONS Minimally invasive aortic arch reconstruction with branched grafts through a PUS can be safely performed with satisfactory perioperative outcomes.
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- Yutaka Iba
- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Teine Keijinkai Hospital, 1-40 1-12 Maeda, Teine-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan.
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Teine Keijinkai Hospital, 1-40 1-12 Maeda, Teine-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Teine Keijinkai Hospital, 1-40 1-12 Maeda, Teine-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Teine Keijinkai Hospital, 1-40 1-12 Maeda, Teine-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Teine Keijinkai Hospital, 1-40 1-12 Maeda, Teine-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Teine Keijinkai Hospital, 1-40 1-12 Maeda, Teine-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
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Di Eusanio M, Cefarelli M, Zingaro C, Capestro F, Matteucci SML, D'alfonso A, Pierri MD, Aiello ML, Berretta P. Mini Bentall operation: technical considerations. Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2019; 35:87-91. [PMID: 33061071 DOI: 10.1007/s12055-018-0669-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2017] [Revised: 02/11/2018] [Accepted: 03/06/2018] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
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Bentall operation via median sternotomy has been largely shown to be safe and long-term efficacious and currently represents the "gold standard" intervention in patients presenting with aortic valve and root disease. However, over the last years, minimally invasive techniques have gained wider clinical application in cardiac surgery. In particular, minimally invasive aortic valve replacement through ministernotomy has shown excellent outcomes and becomes the first choice approach in numerous experienced centers. Based on these favorable results, ministernotomy approach has also been proposed for complex cardiac procedures such as aortic root replacement and arch surgery. Herein, we present our technique for minimally invasive Bentall operation using a ministernotomy approach.
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- Marco Di Eusanio
- Cardiac Surgery Unit, Cardiovascular Department, Ospedali Riuniti, Politechnic University of Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Cardiac Surgery Unit, Cardiovascular Department, Ospedali Riuniti, Politechnic University of Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Cardiac Surgery Unit, Cardiovascular Department, Ospedali Riuniti, Politechnic University of Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Cardiac Surgery Unit, Cardiovascular Department, Ospedali Riuniti, Politechnic University of Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Cardiac Surgery Unit, Cardiovascular Department, Ospedali Riuniti, Politechnic University of Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Cardiac Surgery Unit, Cardiovascular Department, Ospedali Riuniti, Politechnic University of Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Cardiac Surgery Unit, Cardiovascular Department, Ospedali Riuniti, Politechnic University of Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Cardiac Surgery Unit, Cardiovascular Department, Ospedali Riuniti, Politechnic University of Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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- Cardiac Surgery Unit, Cardiovascular Department, Ospedali Riuniti, Politechnic University of Marche, Via Conca 71, 60126 Ancona, Italy
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Akbulut M, Arslan O, Ak A, Tas S, Cekmecelioglu D, Sismanoglu M, Tuncer A. Innominate vein cannulation: easy but neglected technique. J Cardiovasc Thorac Res 2019; 10:187-191. [PMID: 30680075 PMCID: PMC6335992 DOI: 10.15171/jcvtr.2018.32] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2018] [Accepted: 11/19/2018] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Introduction: Our experience in minimally invasive procedures and improvement of graft
technology enables easy and successful operation carried out even with complex thoracic aortic
diseases from limited surgical area. However, it should be more than one incision or cannulation
site for such intervention. We aimed to present our experience and results of 23 patients who
has ascending aorta and aortic arch pathologies of which we operated with J-shaped partial
sternotomy and innominate vein cannulation.
Methods: From January 2014 to January 2016, 23 patients with aorta and aortic valve pathologies
who underwent aortic surgery with J-shaped partial sternotomy and innominate vein cannulation
included. Operation findings, cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) values, postoperative results,
surgical mortality and morbidity rates, late conversion to full sternotomy rates, ICU and hospital
length of stay were evaluated.
Results: The mean age of the patients was 53.7±12 (range 19-68) and 18 (78.2%) were males.
Arcus aorta debranching applied to 4 patients (17.3%) and one of these procedures was frozen
elephant trunk procedure (4.3%). Neither mortality nor cerebrovascular accident occurred. Mean
CPB peak flow was 4.6±0.4 L/min, mean flow index calculated as 2.01±0.38 L/min/m2 and there
was no CPB problem intraoperatively. Innominate vein ligation was carried out in 5 patients but
no complication was seen except one who had left arm swelling treated with elevation.
Conclusion: Innominate vein cannulation with J-shaped partial sternotomy is a reliable and easily
applicable method providing effective utilization of limited operative field not only in ascending
aorta and aortic arch operations but also with the advancements of hybrid systems used in
descending aorta pathologies.
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- Mustafa Akbulut
- Kosuyolu Kartal Heart Training and Research Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Kosuyolu Kartal Heart Training and Research Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Kosuyolu Kartal Heart Training and Research Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Kosuyolu Kartal Heart Training and Research Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Kosuyolu Kartal Heart Training and Research Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Kosuyolu Kartal Heart Training and Research Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Kosuyolu Kartal Heart Training and Research Hospital, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Istanbul, Turkey
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Lamelas J, Chen PC, Loor G, LaPietra A. Successful Use of Sternal-Sparing Minimally Invasive Surgery for Proximal Ascending Aortic Pathology. Ann Thorac Surg 2018; 106:742-748. [DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2018.03.081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2018] [Revised: 02/21/2018] [Accepted: 03/27/2018] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Minimally Invasive Access Aortic Arch Surgery. INNOVATIONS-TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES IN CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR SURGERY 2018; 12:351-355. [PMID: 28759544 DOI: 10.1097/imi.0000000000000390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Median sternotomy is still the standard approach for aortic arch surgery. Minimally invasive techniques promise faster recovery with shorter hospital stay due to thoracic stability, reduced pain, and superior cosmetic results. However, safety is a concern in complex aortic surgery. The aim of our study was to demonstrate that aortic arch surgery via partial upper sternotomy is viable, safe, and equivalent to standard procedure both in terms of its safety and the risk of major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events. METHODS We interrogated our prospectively collected database and identified a total of 21 nonemergent patients operated on at our center between October 2008 and February 2015. Indication for operation was aneurysmatic disease in 18 and aortic dissection in 3 patients. Data were analyzed for in-hospital mortality, stroke, bleeding complications, and acute kidney injury. RESULTS Mean ± standard deviation age of patients was 69.3 ± 14.4 years, 57.1% were female, and mean ± standard deviation logistic EuroSCORE was 17.0 ± 7.2%. Surgery on the aortic arch comprised proximal arch in 9, hemiarch in 9, and total arch replacement plus frozen elephant trunk in 3 patients. Concomitant procedures included aortic root repair in 10, aortic root replacement in 2, and aortic valve replacement in 3 patients. We lost one patient because of septic shock, no stroke occurred, but a transient neurologic deficit in three and a postoperative delirium in four patients. Re-exploration for bleeding was necessary in two patients, and one patient had acute kidney injury. CONCLUSIONS Minimally invasive aortic arch surgery via partial upper sternotomy does not increase the risk of morbidity or mortality. Thus, in experienced hands, it is viable, safe, and therefore favorable and as a result should be offered to more patients.
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Early results of total arch replacement under partial sternotomy. Gen Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2018; 66:327-333. [PMID: 29600320 DOI: 10.1007/s11748-018-0913-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2017] [Accepted: 03/26/2018] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Partial sternotomy with limited skin incision has been utilized for cardiac surgery. We, therefore, started to apply the partial sternotomy for total arch replacement since 2013 in selected cases. The aim of this study reported the results of our early experiences. METHODS Between July 2013 and December 2015, we retrospectively reviewed 15 cases (median age 72, range 67-84, 15 male) who underwent total arch replacement thorough partial sternotomy. All procedures were performed under hypothermic circulatory arrest with selective cerebral perfusion. RESULTS Median skin incision was 9 cm (range 7-15 cm, 5.3% of height) and partial sternotomy consisted of 14 upper and 1 lower partial sternotomy (L shape 8 and T shape 7 cases). Median operation time, cardiopulmonary bypass time, ischemic heart time, selective cerebral perfusion time and hypothermic circulatory arrest time were 485 [360-770], 223 [1174-270], 146 [100-163], 154 [116-189], and 69 [45-90] minutes, respectively. Median duration of mechanical ventilator dependent time was 12 h [5-38]. Median length of ICU stay and hospital stay were 3 [1-7], and 18 [13-76] days, respectively. Thirty days and in-hospital mortality were 0% without any neurological complications. There are two aorta-related reoperation due to graft inducing hemolytic anemia and no aorta-related death during follow-up (median 954, range 702-1462 days). CONCLUSION The early results of total arch replacement through partial sternotomy were satisfactory. The partial sternotomy could be a good option for total arch replacement in selected patients.
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Risteski P, El-Sayed Ahmad A, Monsefi N, Papadopoulos N, Radacki I, Herrmann E, Moritz A, Zierer A. Minimally invasive aortic arch surgery: Early and late outcomes. Int J Surg 2017; 45:113-117. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2017.07.105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/10/2017] [Revised: 07/02/2017] [Accepted: 07/31/2017] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Goebel N, Bonte D, Salehi-Gilani S, Nagib R, Ursulescu A, Franke UFW. Minimally Invasive Access Aortic Arch Surgery. INNOVATIONS-TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES IN CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR SURGERY 2017. [DOI: 10.1177/155698451701200507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- Nora Goebel
- From the Department of Cardiac and Vascular Surgery, Robert-Bosch-Hospital, Stuttgart, Germany
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- From the Department of Cardiac and Vascular Surgery, Robert-Bosch-Hospital, Stuttgart, Germany
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- From the Department of Cardiac and Vascular Surgery, Robert-Bosch-Hospital, Stuttgart, Germany
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- From the Department of Cardiac and Vascular Surgery, Robert-Bosch-Hospital, Stuttgart, Germany
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- From the Department of Cardiac and Vascular Surgery, Robert-Bosch-Hospital, Stuttgart, Germany
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- From the Department of Cardiac and Vascular Surgery, Robert-Bosch-Hospital, Stuttgart, Germany
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Mini-Bentall: An Interesting Approach for Selected Patients. INNOVATIONS-TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES IN CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR SURGERY 2017; 12:41-45. [PMID: 28129319 DOI: 10.1097/imi.0000000000000337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Minimally invasive surgery through an upper hemisternotomy for aortic valve replacement has become the routine approach with excellent results. Actually, the same minimally invasive access is used for complex ascending aorta procedures only in few centers. We report our experience with minimally invasive approach for aortic valve and ascending aorta replacement using Bentall technique. METHODS From January 2010 to November 2015, a total of 238 patients received ascending aorta and aortic valve replacement using Bentall De Bono procedure at our institution. Low- and intermediate-risk patients underwent elective surgery with a minimally invasive approach. The "J"-shaped partial upper sternotomy was performed through a 6-cm skin incision from the notch to the third right intercostal space. Patients who had previous cardiac surgery or affected by active endocarditis were excluded. The study included 53 patients, 44 male (83 %) with a median age of 63 years [interquartile range (IQR), 51-73 years]. A bicuspid aortic valve was diagnosed in 27 patients (51%). RESULTS A biological Bentall using a pericardial Mitroflow or Crown bioprosthesis implanted in a Valsalva graft was performed in 49 patents. The remaining four patients were treated with a traditional mechanical conduit. Median cardiopulmonary bypass time and median cross-clamp time were respectively 84 (IQR, 75-103) minutes and 73 (IQR, 64-89) minutes. Hospital mortality was zero as well as 30-day mortality. Median intensive care unit and hospital stay were 1.9 and 8 days, respectively. The study population compared with patients treated with standard full sternotomy and similar preoperative characteristics showed similar results in terms of postoperative outcomes with a slightly superiority of minimally invasive group mainly regarding operative times, incidence of atrial fibrillation, and postoperative ventilation times. CONCLUSIONS A partial upper sternotomy is considered a safe option for aortic valve replacement. Our experience confirms that a minimally invasive approach using a partial upper J-shaped sternotomy can be a safe alternative approach to the standard in selected patients presenting with complex aortic root pathology.
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Mikus E, Micari A, Calvi S, Salomone M, Panzavolta M, Paris M, Del Giglio M. Mini-Bentall: An Interesting Approach for Selected Patients. INNOVATIONS-TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES IN CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR SURGERY 2017. [DOI: 10.1177/155698451701200108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- Elisa Mikus
- Departments of Cardiovascular Surgery, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Cardiology, Maria Cecilia Hospital, GVM Care & Research, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Departments of Cardiovascular Surgery, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Departments of Cardiovascular Surgery, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Departments of Cardiovascular Surgery, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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- Departments of Cardiovascular Surgery, Cotignola, Ravenna, Italy
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Kahlberg A, Montorfano M, Cambiaghi T, Bertoglio L, Melissano G, Chiesa R. Endovascular Stent-Grafting of the Ascending Aorta for Symptomatic Parietal Thrombus. J Endovasc Ther 2016; 23:969-972. [PMID: 27530412 DOI: 10.1177/1526602816664877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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PURPOSE To present stent-graft treatment of parietal thrombus in the ascending aorta. CASE REPORT A 64-year-old man with no history of vascular disease developed a right cerebral hemisphere transient ischemic attack and was diagnosed with mural thrombosis of the ascending aorta involving the greater curvature just proximal to the origin of the innominate artery. He was treated for 2 months with anticoagulants, but new imaging studies showed significant increase in the size of the thrombus and an irregular aspect. The thrombus was excluded from the aortic blood flow by deployment of a custom-made stent-graft in the ascending aorta, with embolic protection of the right internal carotid artery. At 6 months, the patient was well, and the thrombus in the ascending aorta appears to be completely excluded by the stent-graft. CONCLUSION In highly selected cases, custom-made thoracic stent-grafts may be used for stabilization and exclusion of symptomatic ascending aorta parietal thrombosis to prevent progression and recurrent embolization.
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- Andrea Kahlberg
- Department of Vascular Surgery, Scientific Institute H. San Raffaele, Vita Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Interventional Cardiology, Scientific Institute H. San Raffaele, Vita Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Scientific Institute H. San Raffaele, Vita Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Scientific Institute H. San Raffaele, Vita Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Scientific Institute H. San Raffaele, Vita Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Scientific Institute H. San Raffaele, Vita Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
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Lamelas J, LaPietra A. Right Minithoracotomy Approach for Replacement of the Ascending Aorta, Hemiarch, and Aortic Valve. INNOVATIONS-TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES IN CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR SURGERY 2016. [DOI: 10.1177/155698451601100414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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- Joseph Lamelas
- Division of Cardiac Surgery at the Mount Sinai Heart Institute, Miami Beach, FL USA
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery at the Mount Sinai Heart Institute, Miami Beach, FL USA
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Right Minithoracotomy Approach for Replacement of the Ascending Aorta, Hemiarch, and Aortic Valve. INNOVATIONS-TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES IN CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR SURGERY 2016; 11:301-4. [DOI: 10.1097/imi.0000000000000292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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A minimally invasive right anterior thoracotomy approach is the preferred technique used at our institution for isolated aortic valve pathology. We have recently introduced more complex concomitant minimally invasive procedures through this access site. Here, we describe how we perform a replacement of the ascending aorta and aortic valve with and without the use of circulatory arrest through a 6-cm right minimally invasive thoracotomy incision.
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El-Sayed Ahmad A, Risteski P, Papadopoulos N, Radwan M, Moritz A, Zierer A. Minimally invasive approach for aortic arch surgery employing the frozen elephant trunk technique. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2016; 50:140-4. [DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezv484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2015] [Accepted: 12/04/2015] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Waterford SD, Rastegar M, Juan V, Khoynezhad A. Aortic Hemiarch Replacement through a J-Shaped Lower Partial Sternotomy. Tex Heart Inst J 2015; 42:582-4. [PMID: 26664318 DOI: 10.14503/thij-14-4586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Minimally invasive cardiac surgical techniques include the use of partial sternotomy for aortic valve and mitral valve replacement. Partial sternotomy is associated with less pain, better chest and upper-sternal stability, shorter hospital stays, and faster recoveries. However, aortic arch operations are still typically performed through median sternotomies. We describe the case of a 77-year-old woman who underwent elective hemiarch replacement because of an asymptomatic ascending aortic aneurysm. She requested a minimal incision. Our J-shaped partial lower sternotomy adequately exposed the proximal aorta and enabled all cannulations to be performed through the sternotomy. The patient had an uncomplicated postoperative course. We think that a partial sternotomy for ascending aortic and hemiarch replacement can be considered in selected patients for whom the procedure's benefits are important.
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Outcomes of Aortic Valve and Concomitant Ascending Aorta Replacement Performed via a Minimally Invasive Right Thoracotomy Approach. INNOVATIONS-TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES IN CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR SURGERY 2014; 9:339-42; discussion 342. [DOI: 10.1097/imi.0000000000000099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Objective Replacement of the aortic valve with concomitant replacement of the ascending aorta performed via a minimally invasive right anterior thoracotomy approach has not been reported. We evaluated the feasibility and safety of this procedure. Methods We retrospectively reviewed all minimally invasive aortic valve replacements (AVRs) with concomitant replacement of the ascending aorta performed at our institution between January 1, 2012, and December 30, 2012. The operative times, intensive care unit and hospital lengths of stay, postoperative outcomes, as well as mortality were analyzed. Results A total of 20 consecutive patients who underwent minimally invasive AVR with concomitant replacement of the ascending aorta were identified. There were 16 men (80%), with a mean (SD) age of 61 (13) years. The mean (SD) left ventricular ejection fraction was 58% (8%). The aortic valve was bicuspid in 18 patients (80%), with 14 (70%) being stenotic. The median aortic cross-clamp and cardiopulmonary bypass times were 163 [interquartile range (IQR), 141–170] minutes and 291 (IQR, 177–215) minutes, respectively. Hypothermic circulatory arrest was required in 19 patients (95%), with a median hypothermic circulatory arrest time of 35 (IQR, 33–39.5) minutes. The median intensive care unit and hospital lengths of stay were 24 (IQR, 23–41) hours and 5 (IQR, 4–6) days, respectively. There were no strokes, reoperations for bleeding, or conversions to sternotomy. The 30-day mortality was zero. Conclusions Minimally invasive AVR with concomitant replacement of the ascending aorta, via a right anterior thoracotomy approach, can be performed with low morbidity and mortality.
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LaPietra A, Santana O, Pineda AM, Mihos CG, Lamelas J. Outcomes of Aortic Valve and Concomitant Ascending Aorta Replacement Performed via a Minimally Invasive Right Thoracotomy Approach. INNOVATIONS-TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES IN CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR SURGERY 2014. [DOI: 10.1177/155698451400900503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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- Cardiology, Columbia University, Mount Sinai Heart Institute, Miami Beach, FL USA
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- Cardiology, Columbia University, Mount Sinai Heart Institute, Miami Beach, FL USA
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- Cardiology, Columbia University, Mount Sinai Heart Institute, Miami Beach, FL USA
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Dohmen PM, Borger MA, Misfeld M, Mohr FW. Thoracoscopic confirmation of correct seating of minimaly-invasive rapid-deployment aortic bioprosthesis. Med Sci Monit 2013; 19:773-6. [PMID: 24045538 PMCID: PMC3781200 DOI: 10.12659/msm.889094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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There is a growing interest in minimally invasive access for aortic valve surgery. The upper hemi-sternotomy provides good aortic valve exposure, with numerous possible advantages. Nevertheless, some surgeons remain skeptical about limited access surgery because it is technically more demanding. Sutureless and rapid-deployment bioprostheses could alleviate these concerns by improving ease of implantation. We herein describe the use of video-assisted visualization to verify the position of the balloon-expandable frame during rapid aortic valve deployment. Sutureless and rapid-deployment bioprostheses improve implantation and make it easy to increase minimally invasive access for aortic valve surgery.
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- Pascal M Dohmen
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Heart Centre Leipzig, University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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