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Gollmann-Tepeköylü C, Nägele F, Höfer D, Holfeld J, Hirsch J, Oezpeker CU, Ruttmann-Ulmer E, Kilo J, Hangler H, Müller L, Grimm M, Bonaros N. A qualitative improvement program for minimally invasive mitral surgery: technical advancements ameliorate outcome and operative times. INTERDISCIPLINARY CARDIOVASCULAR AND THORACIC SURGERY 2023; 36:ivad030. [PMID: 36866493 PMCID: PMC9982358 DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivad030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2022] [Revised: 10/12/2022] [Accepted: 02/05/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES Minimally invasive mitral valve surgery (MIMVS) has evolved over the last 2 decades. The aim of the study was to identify the impact of era and technical improvements on perioperative outcome after MIMVS. METHODS A tota of 1000 patients (mean age: 60.8 ± 12.7 years, 60.3% male) underwent video-assisted or totally endoscopic MIMVS between 2001 and 2020 in a single institution. Three technical modalities were introduced during the observed period: (i) 3D visualization, (ii) use of premeasured artificial chordae (PTFE loops) and (iii) preoperative CT scans. Comparisons were made before and after the introduction of technical improvements. RESULTS A total of 741 patients underwent isolated mitral valve (MV) procedure, whereas 259 received concomitant procedures. These consisted of tricuspid valve repair (208), left atrium ablation (145) and persistent foramen ovale or atrial septum defect (ASD) closure (172). The aetiology was degenerative in 738 (73.8%) patients and functional in 101 patients (10.1%). A total of 900 patients received MV repair (90%), and 100 patients (10%) underwent MV replacement. Perioperative survival was 99.1%, and periprocedural success 93.5% with a periprocedural safety of 96.3%. Improvement in periprocedural safety attributed to the lower rates of postoperative low output (P = 0.025) and less reoperations for bleeding (P < 0.001). 3D visualization improved cross-clamp (P = 0.001) but not cardiopulmonary bypass times. The use of loops and preoperative CT scan both had no impact on periprocedural success or safety but improved cardiopulmonary bypass and cross-clamp times (both P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Increased surgical experience improves safety in MIMVS. Technical improvements are related to increased operative success and decreased operative times in patients undergoing MIMVS.
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Corresponding author. Department of Cardiac Surgery, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstr. 35, 6020 Innsbruck, Austria. Tel: +43-512-504-22501; e-mail: (N. Bonaros)
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Vohra HA, Salmasi MY, Mohamed F, Shehata M, Bahrami B, Caputo M, Deshpande R, Bapat V, Bahrami T, Birdi I, Zacharias J. Consensus statement on aortic valve replacement via an anterior right minithoracotomy in the UK healthcare setting. Open Heart 2023; 10:e002194. [PMID: 37001910 PMCID: PMC10069572 DOI: 10.1136/openhrt-2022-002194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2022] [Accepted: 02/27/2023] [Indexed: 04/04/2023] Open
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The wide uptake of anterior right thoracotomy (ART) as an approach for aortic valve replacement (AVR) has been limited despite initial reports of its use in 1993. Compared with median sternotomy, and even ministernotomy, ART is considered to be less traumatic to the chest wall and to help facilitate quicker patient recovery. In this statement, a consensus agreement is outlined that describes the potential benefits of the ART AVR. The technical considerations that require specific attention are described and the initiation of an ART programme at a UK centre is recommended through simulation and/or use of specialist instruments in conventional cases. The use of soft tissue retractors, peripheral cannulation, modified aortic clamping and the use of intraoperative adjuncts, such as sutureless valves and/or automated knot fasteners, are important to consider in order to circumvent the challenges of minimal the altered exposure via an ART.A coordinated team-based approach that encourages ownership of the programme by team members is critical. A designated proctor/mentor is also recommended. The organisation of structured training and simulation, as well as planning the initial cases are important steps to consider.
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- Cardiovascular Directorate, Guy's & St Thomas' Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Basildon and Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Basildon, UK
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- Lancashire Cardiac Centre, Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Blackpool, UK
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Li B, Bai S, Yue G, Zhu J, Zhang M, Yang B, Luo J, Sun Y, Zhang L, Wang X. Safety and Effectiveness Outcomes of a Novel Automated Titanium Suture Fastener Device Applied for Heart Valve Surgery in an Ovine Model. Front Cardiovasc Med 2022; 9:783208. [PMID: 35224036 PMCID: PMC8874148 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2022.783208] [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: 09/25/2021] [Accepted: 01/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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ObjectiveThis study was designed to evaluate the operability, effectiveness, and safety of the automated titanium suture fastener in a preclinical ovine model in comparison with manual tying in a mitral valve annuloplasty ring implantation surgery.MethodsEighteen adult Small-tailed Han sheep were prepared for the surgery of mitral valve annuloplasty ring implantation through lateral thoracotomy under cardiopulmonary bypass (CBP). A total of 12 stitches were performed to secure an annuloplasty ring, with 6 stitches done with the automated fastener and the other 6 by manual tying. The knotting time for the automated fastener or manual tying was recorded, respectively. The firmness of knots, mitral valve integrity, biocompatibility, thrombosis, local reactions, and other aspects were also compared at follow-up time (Days 30, 60, 90, and 180).ResultsOf the 18 sheep, 16 survived to the designated endpoints and were enrolled for further analysis. Compared with the control group, the knotting time was significantly reduced with the automated fastener (p < 0.01). All the annuloplasty rings were tightly secured by 6 fastener clips and 6 hand-made knots without any disengagement or displacement. All the mitral valves were intact without any defect, stenosis, prolapse, valve insufficiency, or perforation. Endothelialization was comparable between the two groups by Day 60. Small red thrombi formed at the thread end of the suture in both groups. No thrombus was found on the surface of the titanium clip. All the thrombi were within the acceptable range for the antithrombotic property. Thrombosis showed no significant difference by Day 60. No significant differences in the inflammatory response and pathological lesions were observed by Day 60. One case of diffuse renal infarction (area ratio = 20%) and 1 case of small focal renal infarction (area ratio < 5%) were caused by thromboembolism.ConclusionsThe automated fastener significantly shortened the procedure time of tying knots for the implantation of the annuloplasty ring in the ovine model, with comparable safety and effectiveness as manual tying.
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- Bin Li
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Preclinical Research and Evaluation for Cardiovascular Implant Materials, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Animal Experimental Centre, National Centre for Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Blood Products and Substitutes, Beijing Institute of Transfusion Medicine, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Preclinical Research and Evaluation for Cardiovascular Implant Materials, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Animal Experimental Centre, National Centre for Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Preclinical Research and Evaluation for Cardiovascular Implant Materials, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Animal Experimental Centre, National Centre for Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Preclinical Research and Evaluation for Cardiovascular Implant Materials, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Animal Experimental Centre, National Centre for Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Preclinical Research and Evaluation for Cardiovascular Implant Materials, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Animal Experimental Centre, National Centre for Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Preclinical Research and Evaluation for Cardiovascular Implant Materials, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Animal Experimental Centre, National Centre for Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Pathology, National Centre for Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Shandong Provincial Key Laboratory of Translational Medicine for Rheumatic and Immune Diseases, Qianfoshan Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
- The Postdoctoral Research Station, School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
- *Correspondence: Leisheng Zhang
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Preclinical Research and Evaluation for Cardiovascular Implant Materials, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Animal Experimental Centre, National Centre for Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
- Xin Wang
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Geicu L, Busuttil O, D’Ostrevy N, Pernot M, Benali W, Labrousse L, Modine T. Updates on the Latest Surgical Approach of the Aortic Stenosis. J Clin Med 2021; 10:jcm10215140. [PMID: 34768660 PMCID: PMC8584939 DOI: 10.3390/jcm10215140] [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: 10/18/2021] [Revised: 10/26/2021] [Accepted: 10/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Over the last twenty years, we marked significant progresses in the field of tissue engineering and the development of new aortic valve structural and delivery systems. These continuous iterations on the field, have completely changed the surgical indications and approaches for AVR. Nowadays, therapeutic decisions are endorsed by international guidelines; however, new technical advances need a new integrated approach. The clinical scenarios issued from the interaction between the Guidelines and the newest approaches and technologies are regularly on debate by the Heart Team. We will present some of our most encountered situations and the pattern of our therapeutic decisions. To easily navigate through Guidelines and clinical scenarios, we reported in this review a simplified and easy to use Clinical decision-making algorithm that may be a valuable tool in our daily practice.
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- Lucian Geicu
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Montreal Heart Institute, Montreal University, Montreal, QC H1T 1C8, Canada; (L.G.); (W.B.)
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- Unité Médico-Chirurgicale, Hôpital Haut Lévêque, CHU de Bordeaux, CEDEX, 33604 Pessac, France; (O.B.); (M.P.); (L.L.)
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- Cardiac Surgery Department, CHU de Clermont Ferrand, 63003 Clermont Ferrand, France;
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- Unité Médico-Chirurgicale, Hôpital Haut Lévêque, CHU de Bordeaux, CEDEX, 33604 Pessac, France; (O.B.); (M.P.); (L.L.)
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Montreal Heart Institute, Montreal University, Montreal, QC H1T 1C8, Canada; (L.G.); (W.B.)
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- Unité Médico-Chirurgicale, Hôpital Haut Lévêque, CHU de Bordeaux, CEDEX, 33604 Pessac, France; (O.B.); (M.P.); (L.L.)
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- Unité Médico-Chirurgicale, Hôpital Haut Lévêque, CHU de Bordeaux, CEDEX, 33604 Pessac, France; (O.B.); (M.P.); (L.L.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +33-05-5679-5697
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Sharaf OM, Martin TD, Jeng EI. Cor-Knot automated fastener in distal anastomosis of total aortic arch replacement: A case report. Clin Case Rep 2021; 9:e04555. [PMID: 34306706 PMCID: PMC8294150 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.4555] [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: 04/18/2021] [Revised: 05/31/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Cor-Knot fastener use in sternotomy-based aortic arch procedures has not been reported. We present Cor-Knot fastener use over a Hegar dilator in an anatomically challenging total aortic arch replacement with no short-term and/or long-term complications.
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- Omar M. Sharaf
- College of MedicineUniversity of FloridaGainesvilleFLUSA
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- Division of Cardiovascular SurgeryDepartment of SurgeryUniversity of Florida HealthGainesvilleFLUSA
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- Division of Cardiovascular SurgeryDepartment of SurgeryUniversity of Florida HealthGainesvilleFLUSA
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D'Onofrio A, Tessari C, Lorenzoni G, Cibin G, Martinelli G, Alamanni F, Polvani G, Solinas M, Massetti M, Merlo M, Vendramin I, Di Eusanio M, Mignosa C, Mangino D, Russo C, Rinaldi M, Pacini D, Salvador L, Antona C, Maselli D, De Paulis R, Luzi G, Alfieri O, De Filippo CM, Portoghese M, Musumeci F, Colli A, Gregori D, Gerosa G. Minimally Invasive vs Conventional Aortic Valve Replacement With Rapid-Deployment Bioprostheses. Ann Thorac Surg 2020; 111:1916-1922. [PMID: 33039363 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2020.06.150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2020] [Revised: 06/13/2020] [Accepted: 06/29/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this multicenter retrospective study was to compare early and midterm clinical and hemodynamic results of aortic valve replacement with rapid-deployment bioprostheses performed through conventional full-sternotomy vs mini-sternotomy. METHODS Data from the Italian multicenter registry of aortic valve replacement with rapid-deployment bioprostheses (INTU-ITA registry) were analyzed. Patients were divided into 2 groups: full sternotomy (FS) and ministernotomy (MS). Primary endpoint was the comparison of early and midterm mortality. Secondary endpoints were: comparison of intraoperative variables, complications, and hemodynamic performance. A propensity score weighting approach was used for data analysis. RESULTS A total of 1057 patients were analyzed: 435 (41.2%) and 622 (58.8%) in group FS and MS, respectively. Thirty-day mortality was 1.6% and 0.6% in FS and MS groups, respectively (P = .074). cardiopulmonary bypass time was 78.5 minutes and 83 minutes in FS and MS groups, respectively (P = .414). In the overall cohort, the incidence of intraoperative complications and of device success was 3.8% (40 patients) and 95.9% (1014 patients), respectively, with no significant differences between groups. Survival at 1, 3, and 5 years was 94.1%, 98.1%, 88.5% and 91.8%, 85.2%, and 84.8% in FS and MS groups, respectively (P = .412). The 2 groups showed similar postoperative gradients (median mean gradient, FS: 10.0 mm Hg, MS: 11.0 mm Hg; P = .170) and also similar incidence of patient-prosthesis mismatch (FS: 7%, MS: 6.4%, P = .647). CONCLUSIONS According to our data, rapid-deployment bioprostheses allow the performance of minimally invasive aortic valve replacement with similar surgical times and similar clinical and hemodynamic outcomes to conventional surgery and should be considered the first choice in these procedures.
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- Augusto D'Onofrio
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy.
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Centro Cardiologico Monzino, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Centro Cardiologico Monzino, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Ospedale del Cuore "G. Pasquinucci", Massa, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli, Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital, Bergamo, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, S. Maria della Misericordia Hospital, University of Udine, Udine, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, G.B. Morgagni Hospital, Catania, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, L'Angelo Hospital, Mestre-Venezia, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Niguarda Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, San Bortolo Hospital, Vicenza, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Sacco Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, S. Anna Hospital, Catanzaro, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, San Carlo Hospital, Potenza, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, San Raffaele University Hospital, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, Santissima Annunziata Hospital, Sassari, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University Hospital of Padova, Padova, Italy
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Jenkin I, Prachee I, Sokal PA, Harky A. The role of Cor‐Knot in the future of cardiac surgery: A systematic review. J Card Surg 2020; 35:2987-2994. [DOI: 10.1111/jocs.14953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2020] [Revised: 07/25/2020] [Accepted: 08/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Ifan Jenkin
- Medical Sciences Division University of Oxford Oxford UK
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- Medical Sciences Division University of Oxford Oxford UK
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital Liverpool UK
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