Ignacio Morales-Rey, Eduard Quintana, Jorge Alcocer, Daniel Pereda, María Ascaso
{"title":"Re-sternotomy in complex aortic surgery: careful individualized planning for a safe opening.","authors":"Ignacio Morales-Rey, Eduard Quintana, Jorge Alcocer, Daniel Pereda, María Ascaso","doi":"10.1510/mmcts.2023.106","DOIUrl":"10.1510/mmcts.2023.106","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>An increasing number of patients have required cardiac reoperations in recent decades, and this trend is expected to continue. Hence, re-sternotomy is and will be a common practice in high-volume centres. Re-sternotomy in complex aortic reinterventions carries a high risk of injuring major vascular and heart structures. To avoid catastrophic injuries, preoperative planning and case individualization are essential to minimize complications. Designing a safe and tailored strategy for each patient is believed to have an impact on postoperative outcomes. The arterial cannulation site, the need for hypothermia, left ventricle decompression and the use of an aortic occlusion balloon catheter are some of the preoperative decisions that must be made on a case-by-case basis to ensure adequate brain and visceral perfusion and to minimize major bleeding and circulatory interruption in case of re-entry injury.</p>","PeriodicalId":53474,"journal":{"name":"Multimedia manual of cardiothoracic surgery : MMCTS / European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery","volume":"2024 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141861643","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Thoracoscopic S1 segmentectomy, right upper lobe: alternative posterior approach.","authors":"George Rakovich","doi":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.019","DOIUrl":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.019","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Minimally invasive pulmonary segmentectomy allows adequate oncological treatment in selected cases while preserving lung parenchyma and minimizing perioperative morbidity and length of hospital stay. Although several variations of minimally invasive pulmonary segmentectomy have been described, a fully thoracoscopic multiport approach that allows direct access to the segmental structures, is straightforward and is versatile enough to allow adaptation in case of unexpected intraoperative findings (such as conversion to lobectomy in the case of positive margins) is preferable. The S1 (apical) segment of the right upper lobe has some unique features that may make a conventional anterior approach challenging. The presence of multiple vascular structures bearing complex anatomical relationships and the requirement for preserving these structures may make identification of and access to the apical artery, and subsequent access to the segmental bronchus, challenging. In contradistinction, a posterior approach may obviate some of these challenges by allowing direct access to the segmental bronchus. Once the bronchus is divided, the apical artery is in direct alignment with the operating instruments, without encroachment from other troublesome vascular structures. This situation, however, remains contingent on individual anatomy, which may vary.</p>","PeriodicalId":53474,"journal":{"name":"Multimedia manual of cardiothoracic surgery : MMCTS / European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery","volume":"2024 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141861644","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Andrey Protopopov, Alexey Limansky, Dmitry Khvan, Dmitry Sirota, Maxim Zhulkov, Alexander Bogachev-Prokophiev, Maxim Nikitin, Alexander Zheravin, Khava Agaeva
{"title":"Redo aortic root and arch replacement with 3 different homografts.","authors":"Andrey Protopopov, Alexey Limansky, Dmitry Khvan, Dmitry Sirota, Maxim Zhulkov, Alexander Bogachev-Prokophiev, Maxim Nikitin, Alexander Zheravin, Khava Agaeva","doi":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.044","DOIUrl":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.044","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>A 74-year-old male entered the hospital with a medical history of an aortic arch and a descending thoracic aneurysm. To prevent arm ischaemia after the frozen elephant trunk procedure, a left subclavian artery to left common carotid artery anastomosis was performed. The postoperative period was complicated by sepsissternal infection and mediastinitis. We decided to perform a combined total aortic root and aortic arch replacement with 3 cryopreserved homografts. In addition, the \"reverse arch technique\" was applied to adapt the distal anastomosis. The operation is associated with a high risk of mortality in the postoperative period.</p>","PeriodicalId":53474,"journal":{"name":"Multimedia manual of cardiothoracic surgery : MMCTS / European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery","volume":"2024 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141629227","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Minimally invasive off-pump bypass grafting-positioning the right posterior descending coronary artery.","authors":"Ferdi Akca","doi":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.012","DOIUrl":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.012","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Minimally invasive coronary surgery offers benefits to the patient. Besides the anterior wall, the lateral and inferior walls can be reached through a small thoracotomy with off-pump techniques. Thoracoscopic coronary identification can be very useful in these multivessel procedures. Positioning the heart without cardiopulmonary bypass can be challenging. We describe our technique for off-pump positioning and for grafting the right posterior descending coronary artery.</p>","PeriodicalId":53474,"journal":{"name":"Multimedia manual of cardiothoracic surgery : MMCTS / European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery","volume":"2024 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141749752","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Right uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery lung-sparing sleeve resection of the bronchus intermedius","authors":"Rihards Mikilps-Mikgelbs, Helmuts Bināns, Marina Gaidukova, Ints Siliņš","doi":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.054","DOIUrl":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.054","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Complete surgical resection has been the main treatment modality for pulmonary neoplasms without locoregional or distant spread of the disease. Sleeve resections were developed to minimize unnecessary loss of pulmonary parenchyma mainly in the case of centrally located tumours. Experience with sleeve resections and recent technological advancements made minimally invasive resection possible for selected patients. We present a case report of the totally thoracoscopic uniportal sleeve resection of the bronchus intermedius without any resection of pulmonary parenchyma. The operation was performed successfully, and the patient did not experience any postoperative complications. In this case report, we describe our surgical approach and short-term results.</p>","PeriodicalId":53474,"journal":{"name":"Multimedia manual of cardiothoracic surgery : MMCTS / European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery","volume":"2024 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141565099","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mina Farag, Elizabeth Fonseca Escalante, Angéla Czundel, Charlotte Steeg, Birgit Shelton, Rebecca Krey, Philippe Grieshaber, Tsvetomir Loukanov
{"title":"Aortic uncrossing of the left circumflex aorta.","authors":"Mina Farag, Elizabeth Fonseca Escalante, Angéla Czundel, Charlotte Steeg, Birgit Shelton, Rebecca Krey, Philippe Grieshaber, Tsvetomir Loukanov","doi":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.061","DOIUrl":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.061","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The following video tutorial presents the surgical correction of the left circumflex aortic arch in a 6-month-old boy with severe respiratory distress and stridor. The diagnosis was confirmed using cardiac catheterization and computed tomography. Intraoperative bronchoscopy showed marked compression of the trachea. An operation was planned to translocate the aortic arch anteriorly and to close the atrial septal defect. After a median sternotomy, the mediastinal structures were carefully mobilized and dissected. The trachea was carefully mobilized and the right ligamentum arteriosum was clipped and divided. Control of the aortic arch vessels, as well as the aberrant right subclavian artery from the right descending aorta, was achieved using vessel loops. An arterial line inserted in the femoral artery was connected to the heart-lung machine. Hence the surgical procedure was undertaken in selective antegrade cerebral perfusion combined with distal body perfusion, avoiding the need for deep hypothermic arrest. Careful mobilization of the complete course of the proximal and distal sections of the circumflex arch allowed its translocation from its retro-oesophageal course. The aortic stump distal to the left subclavian artery was closed by running polypropylene suture. An appropriate site on the ascending aorta was selected to ensure tension- and torsion-free anastomoses. Postoperative bronchoscopy confirmed relief of the tracheal compression.</p>","PeriodicalId":53474,"journal":{"name":"Multimedia manual of cardiothoracic surgery : MMCTS / European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery","volume":"2024 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141560347","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Minimally invasive aortic valve replacement through a right anterior thoracotomy.","authors":"Hugo Monteiro Neder Issa, Marc Ruel","doi":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.041","DOIUrl":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.041","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study elucidates the efficacy and outcomes of a minimally invasive aortic valve replacement via a right anterior mini-thoracotomy, emphasizing its potential to minimize surgical trauma and expedite recovery while maintaining procedural integrity comparable to that of a traditional full sternotomy. This video tutorial demonstrates a successful aortic valve replacement procedure using the right anterior mini-thoracotomy approach, characterized by the absence of sutureless valves and specialized instruments. The detailed surgical procedure includes specific steps to optimize visibility and access through strategic incisions and rib dislocations, adhering to \"the box principle\" for effective exposure of the aortic valve. This video tutorial suggests that a right anterior mini-thoracotomy is a viable, cost-effective alternative to a conventional sternotomy for aortic valve replacement, offering significant patient benefits without compromising long-term valve function or safety. The broader implications for patient selection and surgical techniques highlight the need for meticulous preoperative planning and anatomical assessment to maximize the potential of a right anterior mini-thoracotomy in clinical practice.</p>","PeriodicalId":53474,"journal":{"name":"Multimedia manual of cardiothoracic surgery : MMCTS / European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery","volume":"2024 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141560348","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ramón Aranda-Domene, Ihar Kiziukevich, Elena Sandoval, Jorge Alcocer, Eduard Quintana
{"title":"Implantation and removal of central temporary paracorporeal biventricular support for COVID-19-associated myocarditis.","authors":"Ramón Aranda-Domene, Ihar Kiziukevich, Elena Sandoval, Jorge Alcocer, Eduard Quintana","doi":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.031","DOIUrl":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.031","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This case report illustrates how to implant a central paracorporeal temporary biventricular assist device in a 17-year-old patient with acute heart failure due to a fulminant form of coronavirus disease 2019 myocarditis. The procedure was carried out after prior veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation support. Myocardial biopsies and biventricular assist device explants are also included in the report. The patient was weaned on postoperative day 6 and discharged without any significant complications. One year after the event, the patient remains asymptomatic with normal biventricular function and a normal lifestyle.</p>","PeriodicalId":53474,"journal":{"name":"Multimedia manual of cardiothoracic surgery : MMCTS / European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery","volume":"2024 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141535906","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Right coronary sinus aneurysm repair.","authors":"Thomas Martens, Joke Verlinden, Isabelle Claus, Jens Czapla, Tine Philipsen, Katrien François, Thierry Bove","doi":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.034","DOIUrl":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.034","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In this case report, we describe the surgical treatment of a right coronary sinus aneurysm. A 69-year-old male patient was screened because of palpitations. He was finally diagnosed with an aneurysm of the sinus of Valsalva of the right coronary cusp. According to current aortic guidelines, surgical reconstruction was proposed. The patient underwent a cardiac operation through a median sternotomy under routine cardiopulmonary bypass. After aortic cross-clamping, the aorta was opened and the connection between the aorta and the aneurysm was clearly visualized, underneath the ostium of the right coronary artery. After excision of the right coronary button and the remaining right coronary sinus wall, this sinus was reconstructed with a Dacron graft, with subsequent coronary reimplantation. The postoperative course was uneventful. The patient was discharged on postoperative day 7. A complete sinus reconstruction was preferred over local patching of the defect because of the proximity of the aneurysm sac to the right coronary artery and the fragile, thin aortic tissue just underneath the coronary ostium.</p>","PeriodicalId":53474,"journal":{"name":"Multimedia manual of cardiothoracic surgery : MMCTS / European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery","volume":"2024 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141535907","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Double lung en bloc procurement and back table separation of lungs.","authors":"Yuriy Stukov, Mindaugas Rackauskas","doi":"10.1510/mmcts.2024.050","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1510/mmcts.2024.050","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Donor organ recovery techniques have improved with novel preservation solutions, implementation of advanced preservation systems and machine perfusion. However, surgical techniques for organ procurement have not changed. In this video tutorial, we have outlined key steps in double lung en bloc organ recovery, including introduction of pulmonoplegia, pulmonectomy en bloc and separation of the two single-lung blocks.</p>","PeriodicalId":53474,"journal":{"name":"Multimedia manual of cardiothoracic surgery : MMCTS / European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery","volume":"2024 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141472578","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}