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{"title":"Thoracic and cardiovascular surgeries in Japan during 2022 : Annual report by the Japanese Association for Thoracic Surgery.","authors":"Naoki Yoshimura, Yukio Sato, Hiroya Takeuchi, Tomonobu Abe, Toyofumi Fengshi Yoshikawa, Yasutaka Hirata, Michiko Ishida, Hisashi Iwata, Takashi Kamei, Nobuyoshi Kawaharada, Shunsuke Kawamoto, Kohji Kohno, Hiraku Kumamaru, Kenji Minatoya, Noboru Motomura, Rie Nakahara, Morihito Okada, Hisashi Saji, Aya Saito, Masanori Tsuchida, Kenji Suzuki, Hirofumi Takemura, Tsuyoshi Taketani, Yasushi Toh, Wataru Tatsuishi, Hiroyuki Yamamoto, Takushi Yasuda, Masayuki Watanabe, Goro Matsumiya, Yoshiki Sawa, Hideyuki Shimizu, Masayuki Chida","doi":"10.1007/s11748-024-02106-x","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11748-024-02106-x","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":12585,"journal":{"name":"General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"254-294"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11914243/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143398939","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Post-lung transplant outcomes of connective tissue disease-related interstitial lung diseases compared with idiopathic interstitial pneumonia: a single-center experience in Japan.","authors":"Miho Yamaguchi, Takafumi Yamaya, Mitsuaki Kawashima, Chihiro Konoeda, Hidenori Kage, Masaaki Sato","doi":"10.1007/s11748-024-02073-3","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11748-024-02073-3","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The aim of this study was to investigate the outcomes of lung transplantation for connective tissue disease-related interstitial lung disease (CTD-ILD) conducted at our institution, compared with those for idiopathic interstitial pneumonias (IIPs).</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We retrospectively reviewed patients with CTD-ILD and IIPs who underwent lung transplantation at our hospital from July 2015 to October 2023. We compared patients' backgrounds, early complications within 28 days post-transplant (CTCAE grade 3 or higher), postoperative courses, and prognoses between the two groups.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The CTD-ILD group (n = 19) and the IIPs group (n = 56) were compared. The CTD-ILD group had significantly higher preoperative use of corticosteroids and antifibrotic agents, mean pulmonary arterial pressure, anti-human leukocyte antigen antibody positivity, and donor age (p < 0.05). In addition, the CTD-ILD group had significantly longer operation times (579.0 vs 442.5 min), longer stays in the intensive care unit (17.0 vs 9.0 days) and hospital (58.0 vs 44.0 days); required more tracheostomies (57.9 vs 25.0%); and experienced more respiratory (52.6 vs 25.0%) and gastrointestinal (42.1 vs 8.9%) complications (p < 0.05). However, there were no significant differences in overall survival, nor chronic lung allograft dysfunction (CLAD)-free survival between the two groups.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Perioperative complications, notably respiratory and gastrointestinal complications, were prevalent after lung transplantation among CTD-ILD patients. Despite this, long-term survival rates were comparable to those observed in IIP cases.</p>","PeriodicalId":12585,"journal":{"name":"General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"227-234"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11913991/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142139816","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Enhancing identification of early-stage lung adenocarcinomas through solid component analysis of three-dimensional computed tomography images.","authors":"Sanae Kuroda, Megumi Nishikubo, Nanase Haga, Yuki Nishioka, Nahoko Shimizu, Wataru Nishio","doi":"10.1007/s11748-024-02076-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11748-024-02076-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>As the role of segmentectomy expands in managing early-stage lung adenocarcinoma, precise preoperative assessments of tumor invasiveness via computed tomography become crucial. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of solid component analysis of three-dimensional (3D) computed tomography images and establish segmentectomy criteria for early-stage lung adenocarcinomas.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This retrospective study included 101 cases with adenocarcinoma diagnoses, with patients undergoing segmentectomy for clinical stage 0 or IA between 2012 and 2017. The solid component volume (3D-volume) and solid component ratio (3D-ratio) of tumors were calculated using 3D computed tomography. Additionally, based on two-dimensional (2D) computed tomography, the solid component diameter (2D-diameter) and solid component ratio (2D-ratio) were calculated. The area under the receiver-operating characteristic curve (AUC) was calculated for each method, facilitating predictions of mortality and recurrence within 5 years. The AUC of each measurement was compared with those of invasive component diameter (path-diameter) and invasive component ratio (path-ratio) obtained through pathology analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The predictive performance of 3D-volume did not differ significantly from that of path-diameter, whereas 2D-diameter exhibited less predictive accuracy (AUC: 3D-volume, 2D-diameter, and path-diameter: 0.772, 0.624, and 0.747, respectively; 3D-volume vs. path-diameter: p = 0.697; 2D-diameter vs. path-diameter: p = 0.048). Results were similar for the solid component ratio (AUC: 3D-ratio, 2D-ratio, path-ratio: 0.707, 0.534, and 0.698, respectively; 3D-ratio vs. path-ratio: p = 0.882; 2D-ratio vs. path-ratio: p = 0.038).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Solid component analysis using 3D computed tomography offers advantages in prognostic prediction for early-stage lung adenocarcinomas.</p>","PeriodicalId":12585,"journal":{"name":"General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"235-244"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142119408","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Optimal size of Frozenix for true thoracic aneurysms: is downsizing an option?","authors":"Jun Hayashi, Shingo Nakai, Kimihiro Kobayashi, Yoshinori Kuroda, Eiichi Ohba, Masahiro Mizumoto, Atsushi Yamashita, Tomonori Ochiai, Tetsuro Uchida","doi":"10.1007/s11748-024-02074-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11748-024-02074-2","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>During total arch replacement (TAR) using frozen elephant trunk (FET) technique with Frozenix for true thoracic aortic aneurysm (tTAA), oversized FET tends to be chosen similar to the endovascular devise selection. However, the oversized FET is considered a risk factor for intimal injury. The appropriate size selection of FET remains insufficiently understood.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Between October 2014 and March 2022, a total of 49 patients underwent TAR using Frozenix for tTAA. Out of 49 patients, four patients planned to staged surgery were excluded, 19 patients were operated on with an undersized Frozenix compared with the descending aorta (undersized FET group) and in 26 patients an equal or oversized Frozenix was used (oversized FET group). Clinical outcomes and postoperative diameter changes were investigated.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In-hospital mortality was 0%. The mean diameter of Frozenix and the descending aorta was 30.7 mm and 28.8 mm, respectively, in the oversized FET group, and 26.7 mm and 30.1 mm in the undersized FET group. Postoperative computed tomography (CT) demonstrated no endoleaks not only in the oversized FET group but also in the undersized FET group. CT also revealed that undersized FET had expanded more than the original diameter in all cases except for two, with an average of 2.47 ± 1.53 mm. Additionally, the descending aorta covered with Frozenix shrank in 10 patients (53%). Postoperative adverse aortic events were not observed.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Undersized Frozenix tightly fit the descending aorta and resulted in complete sealing without endoleaks. Oversized FET is not strictly necessary considering the size-related adverse complications.</p>","PeriodicalId":12585,"journal":{"name":"General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":"218-226"},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142125402","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Design and evaluation of valve interventions using ex vivo biomechanical modeling: the Stanford experience.","authors":"Gabe Weininger, Stefan Elde, Yuanjia Zhu, Y Joseph Woo","doi":"10.1007/s11748-025-02127-0","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11748-025-02127-0","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The increase in prevalence of valvular heart disease coupled with an aging population has placed increased emphasis on durable valvular repair strategies. Despite many advances in valvular therapies, there has been little rigorous biomechanical evaluation and validation of existing repair strategies. Our research group engineered a novel 3D-printed, ex vivo heart simulator, which has allowed us to refine and innovate numerous surgical repair strategies with hemodynamic and biomechanical feedback in real time on explanted animal heart valves. Data obtained from this novel simulator have directly influenced clinical practice at our institution. It has also proven to be an outstanding platform for valvular device development. Herein, we will review our experience with ex vivo biomechanical simulation, subdivided into work on aortic valve pathology, mitral valve pathology, and novel devices.</p>","PeriodicalId":12585,"journal":{"name":"General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143729548","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Relationship between walking distance within the first 24 h following lung cancer surgery and clinical outcomes.","authors":"Makoto Asaeda, Yukio Mikami, Akihiro Matsumoto, Yuki Nakashima, Kouki Fukuhara, Tomoya Hirai, Atsushi Kamigaichi, Norifumi Tsubokawa, Takahiro Mimae, Yoshihiro Miyata, Morihito Okada","doi":"10.1007/s11748-025-02139-w","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11748-025-02139-w","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Lung cancer remains a major health concern in Japan, with over 126,000 cases diagnosed in 2019. Surgery is the primary treatment for stage I-III non-small-cell lung cancer. The 6-min walk test is widely used to assess physical endurance before and after surgery, with preoperative distances below 500 m associated with prolong hospital stays. Postoperatively, endurance typically decreases by 50-100 m. Early mobilization is critical to prevent this decline; however, no clear consensus exists on optimal rehabilitation protocols after lung cancer surgery.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This retrospective cohort study examined the relationship between early postoperative walking distance and clinical outcomes in 104 patients who underwent lung cancer surgery between 2020 and 2023. Physical function was assessed using the 6-min Walk Test before admission and before discharge.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A significant correlation was found between the distance walked within the first 24 h after surgery and the pre- and postoperative 6-min walk test performance. However, no significant association was observed between early walking distance and length of hospital stay or postoperative complications.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Early mobilization after lung cancer surgery aligns closely with preoperative endurance levels, suggesting that improving preoperative physical function can enhance postoperative recovery and reduce complications. Further research is needed to standardize the rehabilitation protocols.</p>","PeriodicalId":12585,"journal":{"name":"General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143700262","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Comparative outcomes video-assisted thoracic surgery versus open thoracic surgery in pulmonary echinococcosis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.","authors":"Isabella Cabianca Moriguchi Caetano Salvador, Rachid Eduardo Noleto da Nobrega Oliveira, Ingryd de Almeida Silva, Lucas Antônio Fernandes Torres, Maria Tereza Camarotti, Felipe Santos Passos, Alessandro Wasum Mariani","doi":"10.1007/s11748-025-02138-x","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11748-025-02138-x","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate and compare the outcomes of video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) and open thoracic surgery (OT) in the management of pulmonary echinococcosis.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We conducted a comprehensive search of PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane databases for studies comparing VATS and OT. Odds ratios (ORs) for binary outcomes and mean differences (MDs) for continuous variables were calculated with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) using the DerSimonian and Laird random-effects model. Heterogeneity was assessed using I² statistics.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Seven studies involving 2292 patients were included. VATS demonstrated significant advantages over OT, with reductions in intraoperative blood loss (MD - 81.65 mL, 95% CI - 129.90 to - 33.40), duration of thoracic drainage (MD - 2.29 days, 95% CI - 3.61 to - 0.98), operative time (MD - 45.73 min, 95% CI - 68.41 to - 23.05), narcotic use (MD -3.98 days, 95% CI - 6.21 to - 1.75), length of hospital stay (MD - 3.66 days, 95% CI - 5.66 to - 1.67), postoperative drainage volume (MD - 124.77 mL, 95% CI - 206.27 to - 43.27), and visual analogic score pain at 24 h after surgery (MD - 2.05 points, 95% CI - 2.40 to - 1.70). However, VATS was associated with a higher incidence of atelectasis (OR 3.27, 95% CI 1.03-10.35). No significant differences were observed in other complications, such as bronchopulmonary fistula, surgical wound infection, prolonged air leak, or failure of lung expansion.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>VATS was associated with perioperative benefits, including reduced recovery times and resource utilization. Nonetheless, the higher risk of atelectasis suggests OT may remain favorable in complex cases requiring broader surgical access. Tailoring the surgical approach to the patient's needs remains crucial.</p><p><strong>Trial registry: </strong>International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews; Nº: CRD42025630187; URL: https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/ .</p>","PeriodicalId":12585,"journal":{"name":"General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143656665","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Novel pulmonary abdominal normothermic regional perfusion circuit for simultaneous in-donor evaluation and preservation of lungs and abdominal organs in donation after circulatory death.","authors":"Shin Tanaka, Masashi Umeda, Hiroyuki Ujike, Tsuyoshi Ryuko, Yasuaki Tomioka, Kentaroh Miyoshi, Mikio Okazaki, Seiichiro Sugimoto, Shinichi Toyooka","doi":"10.1007/s11748-025-02137-y","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11748-025-02137-y","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>To overcome limitations of traditional ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP) for controlled donation after circulatory death (cDCD) lungs, this study aimed to evaluate a novel pulmonary abdominal normothermic regional perfusion (PANRP) technique, which we uniquely designed, for in situ assessment of lungs from cDCD donors.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We modified the abdominal normothermic regional perfusion circuit for simultaneous lung and abdominal organ assessment using independent extracorporeal membrane oxygenation components. Blood was oxygenated via a membrane oxygenator and returned to the body, with pulmonary flow adjusted to maintain pressure < 25 mmHg. Femoral cannulation was performed, and the lungs were ventilated with standard settings. Organ function was assessed over 2 h using PaO2/FiO2, AST, ALT, BUN, and Cr measurements to monitor perfusion and oxygen delivery.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>PANRP maintained stable lung function, with P/F ratios above 300, and preserved abdominal organ parameters, including stable AST, ALT, BUN, and Cr levels. Adequate urine output was observed, indicating normal renal function. Pulmonary artery pressure remained < 20 mmHg, and pulmonary vascular resistance was kept at 400 dyn・s/cm⁵, showing no signs of lung dysfunction or injury throughout the circuit.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>PANRP offers a promising alternative to traditional EVLP for cDCD lung evaluation, allowing in situ assessment of multiple organs simultaneously. This approach may overcome logistical and economic challenges associated with ex vivo techniques, enabling a more efficient evaluation process. Further studies are warranted to confirm its clinical applicability and impact on long-term outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":12585,"journal":{"name":"General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143639535","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A 30 year experience of truncus arteriosus repair at a single institution: usefulness of staged approach for complicated lesions.","authors":"Yusuke Ando, Toshihide Nakano, Akinori Hirano, Takeaki Harada, Ryusuke Hosoda, Keisuke Iwahashi, Hideaki Kado","doi":"10.1007/s11748-025-02134-1","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11748-025-02134-1","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Primary repair is currently preferred for truncus arteriosus, however, staged repair may be useful when the lesion is complex. This study aimed to compare the mortality and reoperation rates of primary versus staged repair.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Nineteen patients undergoing primary repair and 30 undergoing staged repair between 1991 and 2021 were reviewed. The main indications for staged repair were moderate or greater truncal valve insufficiency, arch obstruction, and low weight (< 2.5 kg).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The staged group included more patients with moderate or greater truncal valve insufficiency (primary vs staged, 11 vs 53%, P = 0.001) and more small patients (median, 3.4 kg vs 2.8 kg, P = 0.002). In the staged group, 26 patients (87%) achieved definitive repair with a median weight of 6.3 kg. The 15 year survival rate after initial surgery was 90% in the primary group and 90% in the staged group (P = 0.906). In patients with moderate or greater truncal valve insufficiency or arch obstruction, the survival rate was higher in the staged group than in the primary group (P = 0.024). There was no difference in the cumulative incidence of reoperation on the right ventricular outflow tract (72 vs 72% at 15 years, P = 0.448) or pulmonary artery branches (20 vs 38% at 15 years, P = 0.179).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Truncus arteriosus can now be treated with low mortality risk. In patients with complex lesions, the use of a staged approach may yield similar results as in patients without complex lesions.</p>","PeriodicalId":12585,"journal":{"name":"General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143596799","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A survey on perioperative antibiotic use for minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting.","authors":"Xiuxiu Zhang, Chaohua Wang, Huanjun Yu, Yichang Song, Yingxue He, Tiantong Zhao, Tingting Liu, Xinyan Liu, Dapeng Yu","doi":"10.1007/s11748-025-02136-z","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1007/s11748-025-02136-z","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>To investigate the use of antimicrobials during the perioperative period of minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting (MICS CABG) and traditional open-heart bypass grafting. We aimed to determine whether the duration of perioperative antibiotic use and infection rate is significantly different between different surgical methods.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A total of 471 cases of coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) were collected from January 2019 to December 2022. Patients were divided into minimally invasive group (229 cases) and a conventional group (242 cases) according to the type of surgery. We compared differences in the duration of antimicrobial use and infection rates between the two groups.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Compared with the conventional group, the minimally invasive group had a significantly shorter average duration of antimicrobial therapy [(1.95 ± 2.40) d vs. (4.67 ± 5.89) d, P < 0.001], a higher rate of short antibiotic treatment duration (T ≤ 24 h) [51.97% vs. 7.02%, P < 0.001], lower postoperative pneumonia rate [38.86% vs. 56.20%, P < 0.001], lower positive rate of blood and surgical site sample culture (1 case and 0 case) vs. (7 cases and 3 cases), P < 0.001. Subgroup analysis of different durations of antimicrobial treatment (T ≤ 24 h, 24 h < T ≤ 48 h, and 48 h < T ≤ 96 h) in the minimally invasive group showed that there was no statistically significant difference in the incidence of infection among the various medication durations (P > 0.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Compared with traditional surgery, MICS CABG requires a significantly shorter duration of perioperative antibiotic treatment duration and a reduced incidence of infection. Extending the duration of antibiotic treatment did not reduce the incidence of infection.</p><p><strong>Trial registration: </strong>chictr.org.cn ChiCTR2400091571.</p>","PeriodicalId":12585,"journal":{"name":"General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.1,"publicationDate":"2025-03-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143585268","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}