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Surgical Management of Infective Endocarditis: Early and Long-Term Mortality Analysis. Single-Center Experience and Brief Literature Review
(2014)
Introduction: In this study we evaluated factors that affect the early and long-term postoperative outcomes of patients with infective endocarditis. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed 94 patients (68 male, 26 female, ...
An alternate solution for the treatment of ascending aortic aneurysms: the wrapping technique
(2010)
Background: The aortic Dacron wrapping technique is a surgical technique used under certain circumstances in cases of ascending aorta dilatation. Herein, we are presenting our experience on the method performed on multimorbid ...
Double auricles of the right atrium: a unique anatomic deformity
(2011)
Background: Anatomic deviations, especially those detected during the course of an operation, are medically intriguing, as they raise concerns about their clinical significance and putative complications. Case presentation: ...
Poland's syndrome and recurrent pneumothorax: is there a connection?
(2011)
Aim. To investigate the possible connection of Poland's syndrome with the presence of lung bullae and, thus, with an increased risk for recurrent pneumothorax. Patients-methods. Two male patients, aged 19 and 21 years ...
Why are heart operations postponed?
(2011)
Aim: To investigate the reasons that lead to postponement of cardiac operations, in order to elucidate the problem and help patients through modes of prevention. Methods-Design: We retrospectively included in the study all ...
Why are thoracic operations postponed?
(2012)
Aim: To investigate and present the reasons that cause the postponement of thoracic surgical operations. Methods: We retrospectively included in the study all patients submitted to elective thoracic surgery in our department ...
Intrapleural instillation of autologous blood for persistent air leak in spontaneous pneumothoraxis it as effective as it is safe?
(2010)
Objective: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the efficacy of autologous blood pleurodesis in the management of persistent air leak in spontaneous pneumothorax. Patients and methods: A number of 15 patients (10 ...