Seth E.M. Wolf MD , Berk Aykut MD , Cathlyn K. Medina BA , John A. Kucera MD , Hiba Z. Ghandour MD , Joseph W. Turek MD, PhD, MBA , Douglas M. Overbey MD, MPH
{"title":"Partial Heart Transplant Update: Where Are We In 2025?","authors":"Seth E.M. Wolf MD , Berk Aykut MD , Cathlyn K. Medina BA , John A. Kucera MD , Hiba Z. Ghandour MD , Joseph W. Turek MD, PhD, MBA , Douglas M. Overbey MD, MPH","doi":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.03.002","DOIUrl":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.03.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Partial heart transplantation (PHT) creates a new and innovative approach to allow for patient and disease tailored intervention with the ability to treat a larger patient base. It offers the growth capacity of a heart transplantation without the need for high dose immunosuppression. The importance of a valve replacement with the potential of growth is imperative in the pediatric population as these patients will otherwise outgrow their new valves requiring repeat and high-risk interventions. Adaptive valve growth has been observed prior to PHT, in the case of orthotopic heart transplantation and Ross pulmonary autografts. The first human PHT was performed in April of 2022 at Duke. The recipient was a 17-day old infant with truncus arteriosus and severe truncal valve regurgitation. The operation was a success and the transplanted PHT conduit showed appropriate adaptive valve growth. Due to the low immunogenicity and recipient endothelialization of the transplanted PHT graft, the immunosuppressive requirements for PHT patients are low. One of the benefits of PHT is that it utilizes hearts which would otherwise not be suitable for orthotopic heart transplantation. Furthermore, the prospect of domino and split root PHT increases the potential of ethical and efficient organ stewardship. Currently PHT is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration, a ruling which was released in early 2024 as human cells, tissues, or cellular or tissue-based products (HCT/Ps). This means it does not compete with hearts suitable for orthotopic heart transplantation which are regulated as organs under the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN).</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48592,"journal":{"name":"Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":"37 2","pages":"Pages 174-179"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143674764","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Acute Type B Management; Implications of Initial Treatment Strategy: The NIH Type B Trial","authors":"Alexander P. Nissen MD, Bradley G. Leshnower MD","doi":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2024.11.013","DOIUrl":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2024.11.013","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48592,"journal":{"name":"Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":"37 2","pages":"Pages 165-167"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142899499","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Malperfusion, Malperfusion Syndrome, and Mesenteric Ischemia in Aortic Dissection","authors":"Gardner Yost MD, MS, Bo Yang MD PhD","doi":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2024.11.005","DOIUrl":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2024.11.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Aortic malperfusion occurs in a significant percentage of patients with acute aortic dissection, and causes malperfusion syndrome, the clinical entity defined by end organ ischemia, in 10–33% of patients. Malperfusion syndrome can be rapidly lethal and can involve the coronary, cerebral, visceral, or lower extremity vessels. Depending on presentation, it may be appropriately and well treated with endovascular fenestration prior to definitive central aortic repair.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48592,"journal":{"name":"Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":"37 2","pages":"Pages 132-135"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142808316","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Experience Working With 3rd Party: Lung Bioengineering","authors":"Caitlin T. Demarest MD, PhD","doi":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.03.010","DOIUrl":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.03.010","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48592,"journal":{"name":"Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":"37 2","pages":"Pages 199-203"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144052500","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Morgan K. Moroi MD , Alice V. Vinogradsky MD , Amee Shah MD , Kanwal Farooqi MD , Oliver Barry MD , Emile Bacha MD , David M. Kalfa MD PhD
{"title":"When to Opt for Univentricular versus Biventricular Repair in Complex Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries","authors":"Morgan K. Moroi MD , Alice V. Vinogradsky MD , Amee Shah MD , Kanwal Farooqi MD , Oliver Barry MD , Emile Bacha MD , David M. Kalfa MD PhD","doi":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.03.012","DOIUrl":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.03.012","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The surgical management of complex congenitally corrected transposition of the great arteries (ccTGA) remains a subject of ongoing debate due to wide anatomic variability and limited comparative outcomes data. Available strategies include the anatomic repair, physiologic repair, 1.5-ventricular repair, and biventricular repair, each selected based on anatomic severity and the presence of associated lesions. This commentary reviews the existing literature to inform decision-marking between univentricular, 1.5-ventricular, and biventricular repair strategies in complex ccTGA and underscores the need for further comparative studies to guide management.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48592,"journal":{"name":"Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":"37 2","pages":"Pages 185-191"},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144054928","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Justin A. Robinson MD , Anish Katta BA , Rashed Mahboubi MD , Ruchika Kamojjala BA , Rimsha Hussaini BS , Shivni Patel BA , John P. Costello MD , Tara Karamlou MD, MSc
{"title":"Contemporary Review of the Current Status of Cardiothoracic Trainees and Early Career Surgeons","authors":"Justin A. Robinson MD , Anish Katta BA , Rashed Mahboubi MD , Ruchika Kamojjala BA , Rimsha Hussaini BS , Shivni Patel BA , John P. Costello MD , Tara Karamlou MD, MSc","doi":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.03.014","DOIUrl":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.03.014","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>There have been profound shifts in the landscape of cardiothoracic surgery (CTS) training and practice in recent decades, influenced by evolving demographics, changing career aspirations among trainees, and emerging challenges in workforce diversity. This commentary synthesizes current literature and data to (1) explore changes in training paradigms, career trajectories, and the broader professional environment and (2) provide a comprehensive exploration of the factors shaping CTS training and early career experiences. Key themes include the impact of demographic trends, efforts to enhance diversity, adjustments in training programs—such as the extension of congenital heart surgery training to 2 years and the development of integrated CTS pathways—and initiatives to increase and sustain interest among aspiring cardiothoracic surgeon-scientists. By contextualizing these issues, this commentary provides insights into complexities and opportunities defining contemporary CTS practice.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":48592,"journal":{"name":"Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":"37 3","pages":"Pages 315-328"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144200570","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Predictors of Recurrence Following Sublobar Resection for Clinical T1N0M0 Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.","authors":"Lauren Drake, Benny Weksler","doi":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.05.002","DOIUrl":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.05.002","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Recurrence is a significant concern after sublobar resection for clinical T1N0M0 lung cancer. Identifying modifiable risk factors is essential for improving oncologic outcomes. This review examines recurrence risk factors following sublobar resection, focusing on disease stage, tumor characteristics, and surgeon-related factors. Data from randomized trials and retrospective studies were analyzed to assess the impact of tumor biology, stage, surgical margins, and lymph node dissection on recurrence. Recurrence is influenced by tumor stage, biology, and surgical technique. While tumor characteristics and stage are non-modifiable, inadequate surgical margins and incomplete nodal dissection significantly increase recurrence risk. A margin of ≥1 cm or equal to the tumor diameter is associated with lower recurrence rates. Systematic nodal dissection enhances staging accuracy and informs adjuvant therapy. Although sublobar resection is non-inferior to lobectomy in select cases, inadequate margins and suboptimal nodal assessment elevate recurrence risk. Surgical margins and lymph node dissection are the most critical modifiable risk factors for recurrence. To optimize long-term survival, adequate margins and systematic nodal evaluation should be prioritized. Further research is needed to assess the role of completion lobectomy or adjuvant therapy, particularly in patients with multiple high-risk features.</p>","PeriodicalId":48592,"journal":{"name":"Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-05-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144129254","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Commentary: The Composite Allocation Score (CAS) Lung Allocation System − The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly","authors":"Faiza M. Khan MD, Ramiro Fernandez MD","doi":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.05.001","DOIUrl":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.05.001","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48592,"journal":{"name":"Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":"37 3","pages":"Page 350"},"PeriodicalIF":2.5,"publicationDate":"2025-05-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144129119","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Myocardial Bridge in Children: Do We Care About It?","authors":"Arvind Kumar Bishnoi, Michael Ma","doi":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.04.007","DOIUrl":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.04.007","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":48592,"journal":{"name":"Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-05-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144129214","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Role of Surgery for Local Consolidative Therapy in the Management of Oligometastatic Disease.","authors":"Rajika Jindani, Kyle G Mitchell, Mara B Antonoff","doi":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.05.003","DOIUrl":"10.1053/j.semtcvs.2025.05.003","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Oligometastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) constitutes a distinct form of disease with limited metastatic burden, which may benefit in terms of disease control and overall survival from local consolidative therapy (LCT). Pulmonary resection has emerged as a valuable component of LCT, demonstrating improvements in progression-free and overall survival for appropriately selected patients. This review examines the evolving role of surgery in the management of oligometastatic NSCLC, emphasizing survival benefits, biological rationale, surgical complexities, disparities in care, and ongoing trials. Emerging research integrating biomarkers, novel pharmacotherapy, and advanced surgical techniques offers new opportunities to refine patient selection and improve outcomes. Addressing barriers and advancing multidisciplinary approaches will be critical to fully realize the benefits of surgery in this context.</p>","PeriodicalId":48592,"journal":{"name":"Seminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":2.6,"publicationDate":"2025-05-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144121099","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}