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View article: Minimally Invasive Repair of Sinus Venosus Atrial Septal Defects and Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connections via Vertical Right Axillary Thoracotomy
Minimally Invasive Repair of Sinus Venosus Atrial Septal Defects and Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connections via Vertical Right Axillary Thoracotomy Open
(1) Background: There has been an increase in the utilization of the minimally invasive vertical right axillary thoracotomy approach for repairing congenital heart defects in children recently. We aim, in the current study, to evaluate the…
View article: FREQUENCY OF POSTOPERATIVE FECAL INCONTINENCE IN PATIENTS UNDERGOING OPEN ANAL INTERNAL SPHINCTEROTOMY FOR CHRONIC ANAL FISSURE
FREQUENCY OF POSTOPERATIVE FECAL INCONTINENCE IN PATIENTS UNDERGOING OPEN ANAL INTERNAL SPHINCTEROTOMY FOR CHRONIC ANAL FISSURE Open
Background: Chronic anal fissure is a common proctologic condition characterized by pain and bleeding during defecation. Open anal internal sphincterotomy is considered the gold standard surgical treatment, though postoperative fecal incon…
View article: A comparative analysis of neurocritical care in dedicated versus nondedicated ICUs
A comparative analysis of neurocritical care in dedicated versus nondedicated ICUs Open
Background Patients with primary neurocritical disorders often require complex, multidisciplinary care. Variability in ICU structure and protocols poses challenges to standardizing care and evaluating outcomes. This study aims to describe …
View article: Open Atrial Septectomy on Placental Support: A Novel and Logistic Approach for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome with Intact Atrial Septum
Open Atrial Septectomy on Placental Support: A Novel and Logistic Approach for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome with Intact Atrial Septum Open
Hypoplastic left heart syndrome with intact inter-atrial septum continues to be a challenge with high mortality, despite representing only 6% of those with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. No standard management exists for these patients, …
View article: Over 3,000 Minimally Invasive Thoracotomies From the European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association for Quality Repairs of the Most Common Congenital Heart Defects: Safe and Routine for Selected Repairs
Over 3,000 Minimally Invasive Thoracotomies From the European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association for Quality Repairs of the Most Common Congenital Heart Defects: Safe and Routine for Selected Repairs Open
Background Minimally invasive thoracotomies to repair selected congenital heart defects are considered only a cosmetic alternative approach by many; however, they represent the routine alternative in centers of expertise. Methods Pooled in…
View article: “A Bridge-over-the Bar”: A Novel Strategy to Prevent Paravalvular Regurgitation during Mitral Valve Replacement for Severe Mitral Annular Calcifications
“A Bridge-over-the Bar”: A Novel Strategy to Prevent Paravalvular Regurgitation during Mitral Valve Replacement for Severe Mitral Annular Calcifications Open
Mitral annular calcifications have been known to increase complexity during mitral valve replacement (MVR). Standard procedure requires decalcification followed by reconstruction of the mitral annulus prior to placing the prosthesis. While…
View article: Early- to Mid-Term Results of Aortic Valve Neocuspidization for Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disease
Early- to Mid-Term Results of Aortic Valve Neocuspidization for Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disease Open
INTRODUCTION: Recently, there has been a widespread use of aortic valve neocuspidization, but there is limited data regarding rheumatic heart disease. In this study, we reviewed our experience. METHODS: A total of 33 patients (22 men, 66.7…
View article: Role of Septal Myectomy in Pediatric Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Role of Septal Myectomy in Pediatric Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Open
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a prevalent cause of sudden cardiac death among young people. This distinctive genetic condition can manifest at any age from infancy to adulthood. The primary features include unexplained left ventricular hy…
View article: Use of low titer <scp>O</scp> whole blood in infants and young children undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass
Use of low titer <span>O</span> whole blood in infants and young children undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass Open
Background Low titer group O whole blood (LTOWB) is commonly used for severe bleeding in trauma patients. LTOWB may also benefit young children requiring cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) at risk of severe bleeding. Study D…
View article: Complex Pulmonary Artery Rehabilitation in Children with Alagille Syndrome: An Early Single-Center Experience of a Successful Collaborative Work
Complex Pulmonary Artery Rehabilitation in Children with Alagille Syndrome: An Early Single-Center Experience of a Successful Collaborative Work Open
Objective: In this paper, we share our single-center experience of successful multidisciplinary management of patients with Alagille syndrome. In addition, we aim to highlight the need for an Alagille program for effectively managing these…
View article: Obstructed Extracardiac Fontan Conduit in an 18-Year-Old with Dextrocardia: A Unique Solution to A Unique Anatomy
Obstructed Extracardiac Fontan Conduit in an 18-Year-Old with Dextrocardia: A Unique Solution to A Unique Anatomy Open
The extracardiac Fontan procedure is the final common pathway for palliation of patients with univentricular physiology. The procedure is typically performed on cardiopulmonary bypass with or without fenestration using an adequate-sized po…
View article: Aortic root anatomy: insights into annular and root enlargement techniques
Aortic root anatomy: insights into annular and root enlargement techniques Open
The introduction of the Y(ang)-technique for aortic root enlargement has sparked a renewed interest in annular and root enlargement procedures world-wide. In order to execute these procedures proficiently however, it's important to underst…
View article: Right Axillary Thoracotomy <i>vs.</i> Median Sternotomy for Repair of Congenital Heart Defects in Infants and Children
Right Axillary Thoracotomy <i>vs.</i> Median Sternotomy for Repair of Congenital Heart Defects in Infants and Children Open
Objective: Vertical right thoracotomy (VRAT) has become an alternative to sternotomy for the repair of non-complex congenital heart defects in our infants and children. Summary Background Data: Limited data exists on the comparison of the …
View article: Right Axillary Thoracotomy Should Be the Standard of Care for Repair of Non-Complex Congenital Heart Defects in Infants and Children
Right Axillary Thoracotomy Should Be the Standard of Care for Repair of Non-Complex Congenital Heart Defects in Infants and Children Open
Minimally invasive approaches for cardiac surgery in children have been lagging in comparison to the adult world. A wide range of the most common congenital heart defects in infants and children can be repaired successfully through a varie…
View article: Repair of Scimitar Syndrome with Intact Atrial Septum in a Two-Year-Old Child Via Vertical Right Axillary Thoracotomy
Repair of Scimitar Syndrome with Intact Atrial Septum in a Two-Year-Old Child Via Vertical Right Axillary Thoracotomy Open
Scimitar syndrome is a form of partial anomalous pulmonary venous connections that involves the right-sided pulmonary veins.It includes a rare constellation of multiple cardiopulmonary congenital thoracic anomalies.Several techniques have …
View article: How Early Is Early Multiple Sclerosis?
How Early Is Early Multiple Sclerosis? Open
The development and further optimization of the diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis (MS) emphasize the establishment of an early and accurate diagnosis. So far, numerous studies have revealed the significance of early treatment admi…
View article: Towards Zero Phrenic Nerve Injury in Reoperative Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: The Value of Intraoperative Phrenic Nerve Stimulation
Towards Zero Phrenic Nerve Injury in Reoperative Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: The Value of Intraoperative Phrenic Nerve Stimulation Open
Background: Phrenic nerve injury is a devastating complication that results in significant morbidity and mortality. We developed a novel technique to localize the phrenic nerve and evaluate its success. Methods: Two groups of children unde…
View article: Partial anomalous venous connection with intrapulmonary dual drainage: Transcatheter treatment of a rare entity
Partial anomalous venous connection with intrapulmonary dual drainage: Transcatheter treatment of a rare entity Open
Partial anomalous pulmonary venous return (PAPVR) is a rare congenital condition, and dual-drainage connection PAPVR to the left atrium has been reported in a few cases in the literature; in which cases, percutaneous catheterization was su…
View article: THE EFFECT OF EDUCATIONAL INTERVENTION ON TEACHERS’ KNOWLEDGE OF ATTENTION-DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
THE EFFECT OF EDUCATIONAL INTERVENTION ON TEACHERS’ KNOWLEDGE OF ATTENTION-DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER Open
Introduction: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms have a negative impact on children's cognitive, emotional, behavioral, social, and academic performance.Therefore, greater focus should be directed toward increasing aw…
View article: Valve-sparing aortic root replacement after previous Ross procedure: two different surgical strategies
Valve-sparing aortic root replacement after previous Ross procedure: two different surgical strategies Open
Valve-sparing aortic root replacement after previous Ross procedure: two different surgical strategies Gamal M. Marey, Mina Estafanos, Khaled F. Salhab, Sameh M. Said