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  The Cardiac Recovery Room: Surgical Site Infection and Prevention 19.08.2026 16min

  In this episode of The Cardiac Recovery Room, moderator Amanda Rea, a nurse practitioner and Lead of Advanced Practice and Clinical Program Manager in the Division of Cardiac Surgery at the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center in Townson, Maryland, USA, spoke with Cheryl Crisalfi, coordinator nurse at Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, Massachusetts, USA, about surgical site infection and prevention. Chapters  00:00 Intro  01:13 SSI Turnkey Order Set  02:20 Risk Factors  03:15 Mitigation Efforts  06:17 Antibiotics  08:17 Preop Patient Prep  08:56 Intraop Measures  10:14 Role of Culture  10:52 Postop Priorities  11:52 Dressings  12:11 Patient Education  13:29 Post-Hospital Prevention  14:43 SSI Prevention  They explore turnkey order sets and its goals, as well as the patient risk factors that increase susceptibility to surgical site infections. They detail essential mitigation strategies, emphasizing both surgeon-led interventions and patient-directed actions, such as smoking cessation and glycemic control. Furthermore, they discuss clinical protocols—including screening for staphylococcus nasal colonization and appropriate antibiotic administration—as well as key intraoperative measures to maintain a sterile field and minimized operating room contamination. Finally, they emphasize the importance of patient education and follow-up care. The Cardiac Recovery Room is the place to hear the conversations colleagues are having after the meetings. Each month, a new episode featuring a leadership panel from the ERAS Cardiac Society is released.   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 169: CSIA Conference and Global Cardiothoracic Surgery 13.08.2026 37min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with CTSNet Senior Editor—Global Emily Farkas, Associate Director of Global Health in Surgery at the Indiana University School of Medicine, about the upcoming Cardiac Surgery Intersociety Alliance (CSIA) conference and global cardiothoracic surgery. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:16 Passing of Dr. Taggart 05:18 JANS 1, Humanoid OR Robots 09:17 JANS 2, ENDOASC Study 12:12 JANS 3, QUACS Study & Prediction Model 15:38 JANS 4, Neopulm Valve Reconstruction 17:14 Video 1, Direct View Double Valve 19:21 Video 2, 3D AVR w Extended Myectomy 20:38 Video 3, Aorto-Mitral Angle 22:51 Dr. Farkas, CSIA Conference & Global Surgery 35:50 Upcoming Events In their interview, they discuss details of the upcoming conference, including its primary goals, covered topics, the keynote address, and the featured speakers. They also explore the history of the CSIA, available courses at the conference, and opportunities for trainees and residents, as well as the first steps for those looking to support surgical care in developing countries.  Joel also reflects on the recent passing of Professor David Taggart, sharing his personal connection to him and highlighting Dr. Taggart’s significant professional career and accomplishments. In addition, Joel highlights recent JANS articles on humanoid robots in the operating room, the ENDOASC multicenter global study on the total endovascular repair of ascending aortic pathology, the QUACS study and benefit prediction model, and neopulmonary valve reconstruction using autologous right atrial appendage. Furthermore, Joel explores a step-by-step procedural guide on the transaxillary direct-view double valve surgery, 3D endoscopic aortic valve replacement combined with extended septal myectomy via right lateral minithoracotomy, and aorto-mitral angle determining ease of mitral valve repair. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned Humanoid Robots in the Operating Room: A Framework for Staged Integration of Embodied AI in Surgery Total Endovascular Repair of Ascending Aortic Pathology: The ENDOASC Multicentre Global Study Quality of Life After Cardiac Surgery: The QUACS Study and Benefit Prediction Model Neopulmonary Valve Reconstruction Using Autologous Right Atrial Appendage: Early Single-Center Results CTSNet Content Mentioned Transaxillary Direct-View Double Valve Surgery: A Step-by-Step Procedural Guide 3D Endoscopic Aortic Valve Replacement Combined With Extended Septal Myectomy via Right Lateral Minithoracotomy Aorto-Mitral Angle Determines Ease of Mitral Valve Repair: Essential Anatomical Considerations Other Items Mentioned From Declaration to Delivery: Cardiac Surgery Unites for Global Impact Register for the Inaugural ‘In Africa for Africa’ Cardio-Thoracic Conference in Cape Town! David Taggart, MD Innovation Video Competition Career Center CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Lifeline: Management of Acute Aortic Emergencies 12.08.2026 24min

  In this edition of the CTSNet podcast, The Lifeline, host and nurse educator Jill Ley, Clinical Professor at the University of California San Francisco School of Nursing, Founder of the Essentials of Cardiac Surgical Resuscitation, and former Cardiac Surgery Clinical Nurse Specialist at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco, CA, USA, speaks with CTSNet Associate Editor—Cardiac Andrea Steely, an Assistant Professor of Cardiac Surgery in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. Together, they examine the management of acute aortic emergencies. Chapters  00:00 Intro  00:44 Emergent Conditions  04:07 Symptoms for Diagnosis  09:19 Left vs Right Arm Blood Pressure  10:37 Preop Management Quality Assurance  15:45 Intraoperative Management  20:04 At-Risk Patients  22:34 Summarizing Points  The discussion covers clinical management of emergency conditions, Type A vs Type B dissection, and imaging. Key topics included diagnostic strategies to ensure early detection, clinical symptoms for conditions, and the importance of measuring both left and right arm blood pressure. The session also addressed heart rate and blood pressure control in preoperative settings, the importance of a multidisciplinary approach, intraoperative management, and fluid management. Finally, they cover at-risk patients. Every month, The Lifeline features intensive care specialists sharing their expert insights into the rapid and effective management of critically ill cardiac surgical patients. Don’t miss next month’s episode!   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 168: Humanoid Robots and AI in Surgery 06.08.2026 37min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Dr. Aamir Amin, a cardiothoracic surgery resident at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, UK, about humanoid robots and artificial intelligence (AI) in surgery. Chapters  00:00 Intro  01:19 Quadruple-Organ Transplant  02:12 Sublobar Resection NSCLC Consensus  07:25 Ventricular Papillary MI Consensus  14:23 Weather Triggers of Acute Aortic Dissection  15:14 Perivascular Adipose ITA  16:20 Video 1, VATS Hyperparathyroidism  18:22 Video 2, Left VATS Pneumonectomy  20:27 Dr. Amin, Humanoid AI in Surgery  36:08 Upcoming Events  37:17 Career Center  Dr. Amin shares his insights from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) (Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA) executive program on AI in healthcare, highlighting the program’s benefits and key takeaways. He also reviewed research on humanoid robots, including a paper titled “In Vivo Feasibility Study of Humanoid Robots in Surgery.” Additionally, they discussed the practical implementation of AI in surgery, its broader benefits, and its specific application within cardiothoracic and intraoperative settings. Finally, they explored the risks associated with humanoid robots and Dr. Amin provided guidance on the initial steps individuals can take to get involved with AI. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on the STS expert consensus document (2026) on addressing definition and practices of sublobar resection in non-small cell lung cancer, ventricular free-wall rupture, ventricular pseudoaneurysm, and papillary muscle rupture complicating acute myocardial infarction, a case-crossover study of 293 patients on weather-related triggers of acute aortic dissection, and perivascular adipose on relaxation of internal thoracic artery with surgical implications. In addition, Joel explores a VATS solution for ectopic primary hyperparathyroidism, left VATS pneumonectomy, and an episode of The Atrium podcast featuring host Dr. Alice Copperwheat speaking with Dr. Filip Casselman about aortic valve replacement. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned STS Expert Consensus Document (2026) on Addressing Definition and Practices of Sublobar Resection in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Ventricular Free-Wall Rupture, Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm, and Papillary Muscle Rupture Complicating Acute Myocardial Infarction Weather-Related Triggers of Acute Aortic Dissection: A Case-Crossover Study of 293 Patients Perivascular Adipose on Relaxation of Internal Thoracic Artery With Surgical Implications: Better Antispastic Effect of Pedicle Than Skeletal Grafts CTSNet Content Mentioned Navigating the Mediastinum: A VATS Solution for Ectopic Primary Hyperparathyroidism The Atrium: Aortic Valve Replacement Left VATS Pneumonectomy Other Items Mentioned Humanoid Robots in the Operating Room: A Framework for Staged Integration of Embodied AI in Surgery In Vivo Feasibility Study of Humanoid Robots in Surgery Human–Robot Collaboration in Surgery at the Nexus of Knowledge, Agency, and Ownership Northwestern Medicine Performs First Known Quadruple-Organ Transplant Involving Retransplanted Lungs Career Center CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 167: Insights on Robotic Cardiac Surgery Adoption and Training 30.07.2026 31min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Dr. Ahmed Ghazy, Head of Minimally Invasive Surgery at Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz, Germany, about robotic cardiac surgery adoption and training. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:06 SRS Conference 03:57 JANS 1, Surgical Left AA Closure 05:01 JANS 2, Mainstream CTS Research 06:20 JANS 3, Socioec Deprivation Aortic Outcomes 07:55 JANS 4, Standalone & Hybrid AF Ablation 09:54 Video 1, Type A AAR & PA Banding 11:32 Video 2, Off-Pump SVC Reconstruction 13:39 Video 3, Endarterectomy & Off-Pump CABG 14:29 Dr. Ghazy, Robotic Cardiac Training 29:48 Upcoming Events Dr. Ghazy shares his experience working with Dr. M. M. Yusuf, a cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon at Apollo Hospitals in Chennai, India. Their conversation covers Dr. Ghazy’s hands-on experience with various robotic systems and simulators, the professional connections he made, and insights into India’s healthcare system. He also details the logistics of organizing the visit, including the application process and the specific procedures he performed. Furthermore, they discuss the difference between robotic systems and the difference between robotic-assisted and traditional minimally invasive surgery. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on methods and criteria for evaluating the success of surgical left atrial appendage closure, evaluating the mainstream influence of cardiothoracic surgical research, insights from a 20-year single-center cohort on the impact of socioeconomic deprivation on early and long-term outcomes after major aortic surgery, and safety and efficacy of stand-alone and hybrid thoracoscopic atrial fibrillation ablation. In addition, Joel explores Type A interrupted aortic arch repair and pulmonary artery banding through a left posterolateral thoracotomy, off-pump superior vena cava reconstruction with mediastinal mass excision for SVC syndrome, and a 30-year-old bullet injury causing carotid stenosis—simultaneous carotid endarterectomy and off-pump CABG. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned Methods and Criteria for Evaluating the Success of Surgical Left Atrial Appendage Closure: A Systematic Review Evaluating the Mainstream Influence of Cardiothoracic Surgical Research: An Analysis of Google Trends Data from 2004 to 2024 Impact of Socioeconomic Deprivation on Early and Long-­Term Outcomes After Major Aortic Surgery: Insights From a 20-Year Single­Centre Cohort  Safety and Efficacy of Stand-Alone and Hybrid Thoracoscopic Atrial Fibrillation Ablation  CTSNet Content Mentioned Type A Interrupted Aortic Arch Repair and Pulmonary Artery Banding Through a Left Posterolateral Thoracotomy  Off-Pump Superior Vena Cava Reconstruction With Mediastinal Mass Excision for SVC Syndrome  A 30-Year-Old Bullet Injury Causing Carotid Stenosis—Simultaneous Carotid Endarterectomy and Off-Pump CABG Other Items Mentioned Innovation Video Competition Career Center CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Atrium: Aortic Valve Replacement 28.07.2026 50min

  In this episode of The Atrium, host Dr. Alice Copperwheat speaks with Dr. Filip Casselman, Staff Surgeon and Co-Director of the Cardiovascular Center at OLV Clinic (AZORG), Aalst, Belgium, about aortic valve replacement (AVR). Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:30 Why CT Surgery? 02:36 Anatomy 03:23 Pathology 06:15 History 09:06 Preoperative Planning 15:12 Indications 16:26 TAVR vs SAVR 20:25 Step-by-Step 41:25 Postop Management & Complications 46:32 Training Advice The discussion explores the anatomy of the aortic valve, the pathology of aortic stenosis (AS) and aortic regurgitation (AR), and their respective echo grading, including complex cases like low-flow, low-gradient AS and bicuspid aortic valves. The conversation covers the history of AVR, preoperative planning—including prosthesis selection—and clinical indications for intervention in both symptomatic and asymptomatic severe aortic stenosis. Furthermore, they compare transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVI) with surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR). Technical aspects of the procedure were also addressed, from preparation and positioning to median or J-sternotomy approaches, cannulation, aortotomy, prosthesis sizing, managing patient-prosthesis mismatch, weaning from bypass, and chest closure. Finally, they provide insights into sutureless devices, postoperative management, and complications. The Atrium is a monthly podcast presenting clinical and career-focused topics for residents and early career professionals across all cardiothoracic surgery subspecialties. Keep an eye out for next month’s episode.     Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 166: The TAVR Heart Team at Risk 23.07.2026 53min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning speaks with Drs. Michael Mack and Tom Nguyen about the proposed US Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services changes to how cardiologists and cardiac surgeons interact during transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures. Chapters 00:00 Intro01:21 TAVR Heart Team04:08 JANS 1+2, JACC TAVR vs SAVR12:19 JANS 3, TAVR Short-Term Outcomes14:06 JANS 4, SAVR Life Expectancy17:44 JANS 5, WSJ TAVR Article19:19 Video 1, Direct AA Cannulation Technique21:23 Video 2, Endoscopic Redo TVR After CABG24:25 Video 3, Gaudiani Cox-Maze III27:33 Dr. Mack & Nguyen, TAVR Heart Team51:12 Closing Dr. Mack explained the current heart team system, established in 2011 through collaboration with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and CMS, which has been highly successful in ensuring safe and effective TAVR implementation. He argues that the proposed CMS changes could potentially dismantle this collaborative approach by allowing asynchronous patient evaluation and procedures to be performed by single operators without surgeon involvement. Dr. Nguyen provided insights from a system leader's perspective, noting that while the proposed changes raise significant concerns about patient care and data collection, some cardiologists argue that surgeons are already not actively involved in many programs, making the single operator model the norm in practice. Both expressed concern that without mandatory surgeon participation and TAVR registry involvement, smaller programs may adopt practices that lack proper accountability and could lead to inappropriate patient selection and outcomes, potentially creating more contentious debates between TAVR and surgical approaches. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles including a propensity-matched analysis comparing 10-year outcomes after SAPIEN 3 TAVR in the PARTNER 2 SAPIEN 3 Intermediate-risk Registry with surgery in the PARTNER 2A trial; a single-center retrospective study evaluated 61 patients who underwent cardiac surgery after prior TAVR during a 10-year period at a high-volume academic center; whether surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) should remain the first choice for aortic stenosis in patients with a life expectancy beyond five years; and an article examining the dramatic rise in the popularity of transcatheter aortic valves, early valve failure, and the impact it has on patients’ lives. In addition, Joel explores axillary cannulation as a primary cannulation strategy, beating-heart endoscopic tricuspid valve replacement for high-risk redo patients after CABG and device-related tricuspid valve injury, and a Cox-Maze III operation combined with a left internal mammary artery (LIMA) to left anterior descending artery (LAD), as well as an ascending aortic replacement and aortic valve resuspension. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned 10-Year Outcomes of SAPIEN 3 Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement or Surgery in Intermediate-Risk Patients A Decade of Cardiac Surgery After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Short-Term Clinical Outcomes at a High-Volume Center Great Debate: Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement Is First Choice for Aortic Stenosis in Patients With a Life Expectancy Beyond 5 Years A Breakthrough Heart Procedure Comes With Risky Tradeoffs CTSNet Content Mentioned Direct Axillary Artery Cannulation With the Open Seldinger Technique Endoscopic Redo Tricuspid Valve Replacement After CABG The Cox-Maze III Procedure Combined With Valve-Sparing Aortic Surgery and CABG Other Items Mentioned Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Database—TAVR Career Center CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 165: Valve-Sparing Aortic Root Replacement Techniques 16.07.2026 42min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Dr. Chris Malaisrie, a Professor of Surgery in the Division of Cardiac Surgery at Northwestern University and an Attending Cardiac Surgeon at Northwestern Medicine, about valve-sparing aortic root replacement techniques. Chapters 00:00 Intro02:25 TAVR Heart Team Coverage03:52 JANS 1, TAVR vs SAVR Perspective10:50 JANS 2, Gene-Edited Transplant Model13:13 JANS 3, Long-Term Outcomes Atrial Fib14:31 JANS 4, 147-Minute Drowning Circ Arrest18:01 Video 1, Double Ann Enlargement Prosth Mis20:48 Video 2, Reop Aortic Root Reconstruction22:24 Video 3, Normothermic AA Aneurysm24:22 Dr. Malaisrie, Aortic Root Replacement41:42 Closing The conversation covers a wide range of procedures, including the Bentall, Yacoub, and David operations, as well as the Ross procedure and personalized external aortic root support (PEARS). They further explore approaches to mitral and aortic valve repair, the management of diseased leaky valves, and the advantages of the Stanford modification of the David V procedure. Dr. Malaisrie concludes the discussion by offering advice to surgeons on refining their valve repair skills and shares his prediction for the future of valve repair surgery. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on age vs lifetime perspective on the transcatheter vs surgical aortic valve implantation, gene-edited pig cardiac xenotransplantation as a bridge to allotransplantation in infants, long-term outcomes of postoperative atrial fibrillation after cardiac surgery, and a case on ice water drowning survival after 147-minute submersion and 7 °C hypothermic circulatory arrest. In addition, Joel explores double annular enlargement as an effective technique to overcome patient-prosthesis mismatch, reoperation for aortic root reconstruction, and normothermic treatment of an aortic arch aneurysm. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned Transcatheter vs Surgical Aortic Valve Implantation: Age vs Lifetime Perspective Gene-Edited Pig Cardiac Xenotransplantation as a Bridge to Allotransplantation in Infants: Progress in a Pig-to-Baboon Model Long-Term Outcomes of Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation After Cardiac Surgery: Results From 19,000 Patients Ice Water Drowning Survival After 147-Minute Submersion and 7 °C Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest CTSNet Content Mentioned Double Annular Enlargement as an Effective Technique to Overcome Patient-Prosthesis Mismatch Reoperation for Aortic Root Reconstruction Normothermic Treatment of an Aortic Arch Aneurysm Other Items Mentioned Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Database—TAVR Career Center CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Cardiac Recovery Room: Readmissions and Rehabilitation 15.07.2026 27min

  In this episode of The Cardiac Recovery Room, moderator Dr. Rawn Salenger, Chief of Cardiac Surgery at the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, USA, spoke with Drs. V. Seenu Reddy, a cardiothoracic surgeon at HCA’s TriStar Cardiovascular Surgery in Nashville, TN, USA, and Kevin Lobdell, Professor and Director of Regional Cardiovascular and Thoracic Quality, Education, and Research at Atrium Health, NC, USA, about postoperative rehabilitation and readmission prevention. Chapters  00:00 Intro  01:51 Readmission Risk Factors  05:17 Discharging Patients Living Alone  07:31 Importance of Readmission Reduction  10:21 Reducing Readmissions  15:45 Postop Rehabilitation  19:36 Bringing Rehab to Patients  23:43 Behavior Modification & Engagement  25:55 Coordination of Care  26:36 Personal Engagement  They explore various factors influencing patient readmission following cardiac surgery, encompassing both medical and social determinants. A significant focus is placed on the challenges faced by patients living alone, the associated risks, and the mitigation strategies that can be implemented to support them, noting how success is higher if patients have a social structure around them. Furthermore, the conversation highlights the importance of reducing readmission rates and using remote monitoring. They also examine the survival benefits of rehabilitation and barriers of postoperative rehabilitation, including transportation. The Cardiac Recovery Room is the place to hear the conversations colleagues are having after the meetings. Each month, a new episode will be released featuring a leadership panel from the ERAS Cardiac Society.     Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 164: TAVR National Coverage Analysis 09.07.2026 36min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning discusses the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services proposed decision memo regarding the national coverage analysis for transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). Chapters 00:00 Intro01:17 TAVR National Coverage06:05 JANS 1, EPOCH CardioLink-10 Trial10:20 JANS 2, Dacron Ross Autograft Analysis12:23 JANS 3, Mech vs Biopros Valve Outcomes15:53 Video 1, Ross Procedure I/E Reduction19:18 Video 2, Hemi-Commando Procedure22:14 Video 3, Left VATS Enucleation Leiomyoma24:15 Dr. Meguid, Intraop Molecular Imaging35:52 Closing He outlines crucial deadlines, actionable steps for surgeons, the importance of submitting public comments, and the necessity of data collection. Additionally, he spoke with Dr. Robert Meguid, Professor of Surgery at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, USA, about intraoperative molecular imaging. They explore how this technology identifies small nodules, the functionality and use cases of the specialized camera, the associated learning curve, and other available systems. The conversation also touches on robotics, lymph node staging, and cost. Furthermore, Dr. Meguid shares insights on his frequency of use of this technique. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on a systematic review and meta-analysis on how complete Dacron reinforcement of Ross autograft does not increase neo-aortic valve regurgitation, a randomized trial on superficial parasternal intercostal plane block with ropivacaine vs placebo for opioid exposure after cardiac surgery, and outcomes after conversion from mechanical to bioprosthetic valves for anticoagulation-related complications. In addition, Joel explores the Ross procedure with internal and external reduction annuloplasty using autologous tissue rings, hemi-commando procedure for bioprosthetic aortic valve endocarditis, and left-sided uniportal VATS enucleation of a large esophageal leiomyoma. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned Complete Dacron Reinforcement of Ross Autograft Does Not Increase Neo-Aortic Valve Regurgitation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Superficial Parasternal Intercostal Plane Block With Ropivacaine Versus Placebo for Opioid Exposure After Cardiac Surgery (EPOCH CardioLink-10): A Multicentre, Double-Blind, Randomised Trial Outcomes After Conversion From Mechanical to Bioprosthetic Valves for Anticoagulation-Related Complications CTSNet Content Mentioned Ross Procedure With Internal and External Reduction Annuloplasty Using Autologous Tissue Rings Hemi-Commando Procedure for Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Endocarditis Left-Sided Uniportal VATS Enucleation of a Large Esophageal Leiomyoma Other Items Mentioned Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Database—TAVR Career Center CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Lifeline: ECMO vs Emergency Resternotomy for Cardiac Surgical Arrest 08.07.2026 28min

  In this edition of the CTSNet podcast, The Lifeline, host and nurse educator Jill Ley, Clinical Professor at the University of California San Francisco School of Nursing, Founder of the Essentials of Cardiac Surgical Resuscitation, and former Cardiac Surgery Clinical Nurse Specialist at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco, CA, USA, speaks with expert guest Amy Hackmann, adult cardiac surgeon at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA. Together, they explore extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) vs emergency resternotomy for cardiac surgical arrest. Chapters  00:00 Intro  01:36 Resuscitation Algorithm  02:14 Current State of ECMO  04:25 Speed, Quality Assurance  08:28 ECMO Concerns  12:16 Performance Metrics, Decision-Makers  15:08 Prime Circuits  15:24 Non-Surgical Arrest Training  17:42 MCS Devices  18:41 Instances to Avoid ECMO  20:16 Time Targets  21:58 Avoiding Complications, VIS Score  25:09 Key Points  The discussion covers quality assurance metrics, patient-specific decisions regarding ECMO vs resternotomy, and chest compressions. The experts also review the importance of advanced preparation, common causes of cardiac arrest following cardiac surgery, and small-incision surgeries, including the use of surgical saws. Furthermore, the discussion emphasizes the importance of mock drills and team training, as well as the use of ECMO on patients who have not experienced cardiac arrest. Finally, they explore scenarios where ECMO would not be used, vasoactive-inotropic score (VIS), and lactate levels. Every month, The Lifeline features intensive care specialists sharing their expert insights into the rapid and effective management of critically ill cardiac surgical patients. Don’t miss next month’s episode!   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 163: Is the TAVR Heart Team About to Lose a Member? 02.07.2026 32min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning discusses the transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) heart team potentially losing a member. He explores the current composition of the TAVR heart team, proposed changes, the thoughts of cardiothoracic societies, and future actions regarding this issue. Chapters  00:00 Intro  01:53 TAVR Heart Team  07:48 JANS 1, Base Editing of PCSK9  09:47 JANS 2, High Volume Valve Sparing ARR  12:03 JANS 3, Western Rheumatic Heart Disease  14:05 JANS 4, Non-Intubated Uniportal VATS SL  15:38 Video 1, Miami Method-Bentall  17:02 Video 2, ALCAPA Repair  18:29 Video 3, Robotic Cardiac Podcast  22:17 Dr. Sundt, Mantle Radiation Patients  31:17 Upcoming Events  Additionally, he spoke with Dr. Thoralf Sundt, Chief of the Division of Cardiac Surgery and Director of the Corrigan Minehan Heart Center at Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA, about patients who have undergone mantle radiation. They discuss the challenges these patients face postoperatively, including the mortality rate associated with reoperations. The conversation also highlights the significance of employing a heart team approach for these patients, emphasizing the importance of preoperative planning and the application of TAVR, which is potentially suitable for these patients. Furthermore, they touch upon topics such as mechanical valves, porcelain aorta, and the importance of conducting careful operations on these patients. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on in vivo base editing of PCSK9 with VERVE-102 for hypercholesterolemia, defining high-volume centers using prospective data for valve-sparing aortic root replacement, insights from the Netherlands Heart Registration on surgical care for rheumatic heart disease patients, and a cohort study on surgical techniques and outcome analysis of non-intubated uniportal VATS sleeve lobectomy. In addition, Joel explores a step-by-step technique for a minimally invasive Bentall procedure via right axillary access, the repair of an anomalous left coronary artery from the pulmonary artery via direct coronary transfer, and an episode of The Atrium podcast featuring host Dr. Alice Copperwheat speaking with Dr. Husam Balkhy about multi-spectrum robotic cardiac surgery. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned In Vivo Base Editing of PCSK9 With VERVE-102 for Hypercholesterolemia Valve-Sparing Aortic Root Replacement: Defining High-Volume Centres Using Prospective Data Surgical Care for Rheumatic Heart Disease Patients: Insights From the Netherlands Heart Registration Surgical Techniques and Outcome Analysis of Non-Intubated Uniportal VATS Sleeve Lobectomy: A Cohort Study CTSNet Content Mentioned Minimally Invasive Bentall Procedure via Right Axillary Access: A Step-by-Step Technique Repair of Anomalous Left Coronary Artery From the Pulmonary Artery via Direct Coronary Transfer The Atrium: Multi-Spectrum Robotic Cardiac Surgery Other Items Mentioned Cardiac Reoperations in Patients With Prior Thoracic Radiation: A Single-Center Analysis of Outcomes and Key Lessons CTSNet Innovation Video Competition Career Center CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 162: Lifetime Management of Aortic Valve Disease 25.06.2026 34min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Dr. Isaac George, CTSNet Board Member and Co-Director of the Structural Heart and Valve Center, Surgical Director of Structural Heart Disease, and Co-Director of the Mitral and Tricuspid Center at Columbia University Medical Center/NewYork-Presbyterian, NY, USA, about the lifetime management of aortic valve disease. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:11 AATS-CTSN Randomized Trials 04:37 JANS 1, Consensus Statement ALAD 10:28 JANS 2, Lung Re-Transplantation Outcomes 12:19 JANS 3, Aortic Homografts, EURECAH 15:15 JANS 4, Lobectomy Cost Analysis 18:10 Video 1, Anomalous L Coronary Artery 19:38 Video 2, Pulm Valve Replacement Reop 21:38 Video 3, Giant Pulm Artery Aneurysm 23:28 Dr. George Discussion 33:18 Upcoming Events 34:05 Closing They explored the expansion of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), emphasizing the crucial role of the heart valve team in this process. The discussion highlighted the necessity for surgeons to be actively involved in the decision-making process surrounding TAVR, particularly in the early stages. They also addressed the importance of lifetime management of the valve, selecting the appropriate valve, and valve durability. Additionally, they discussed the significance of providing patients with multiple surgical options, the Ross procedure, mechanical valves, and explored which procedures patients are choosing. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on the ISHLT consensus statement on acute lung allograft dysfunction, aortic homografts for native and prosthetic aortic valve and root endocarditis, how outcomes after lung re-transplantation for restrictive allograft syndrome have not improved over two decades, and the financial burden of postoperative adverse events following lobectomy. In addition, Joel explores the surgical repair of an anomalous left coronary artery from the right pulmonary artery, minimally invasive pulmonary valve replacement in reoperative settings, and surgical management of giant pulmonary artery aneurysm using a T-shaped graft-valve strategy. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned ISHLT Consensus Statement on Acute Lung Allograft Dysfunction (ALAD): Definition, Etiology, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approaches, and Research Priorities Aortic Homografts for Native and Prosthetic Aortic Valve and Root Endocarditis: Results From the EUropean REgistry of Cryopreserved Aortic Homografts EURECAH Outcomes After Lung Re-Transplantation for Restrictive Allograft Syndrome Have Not Improved Over Two Decades Financial Burden of Postoperative Adverse Events Following Lobectomy: Cost Analysis From 10 High-Volume Canadian Hospitals CTSNet Content Mentioned Surgical Repair of an Anomalous Left Coronary Artery From the Right Pulmonary Artery Minimally Invasive Pulmonary Valve Replacement in Reoperative Settings Surgical Management of Giant Pulmonary Artery Aneurysm Using a T-Shaped Graft-Valve Strategy Other Items Mentioned CTSNet Innovation Video Competition Career Center CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Atrium: Multi-Spectrum Robotic Cardiac Surgery 23.06.2026 51min

  In this episode of The Atrium, host Dr. Alice Copperwheat speaks with Dr. Husam Balkhy, Professor of Surgery and Director of Robotic and Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery at the University of Chicago, IL, USA, about multi-spectrum robotic cardiac surgery. Chapters  00:00 Intro  01:04 Why CT Surgery?  04:08 History  08:09 Benefits  10:00 Challenges  13:56 Multispectrum Robotic Surgery  16:15 Patient Selection  24:33 Work Up, Port Placement  29:47 Valve Surgery  31:11 Coronary Surgery  32:38 Other Surgery  37:15 Complications  39:13 Training, Simulations  45:07 Future of Robotics  49:00 Key Takeaways  49:34 Surgery Training Advice  The discussion focuses on the history of robotics in cardiac surgery, emphasizing the benefits and challenges associated with robotic surgery. It explores the concept of multi-spectrum robotic cardiac surgery and provides an overview of robotic surgery as it currently stands, including the types of valves involved and the various approaches utilized. The conversation also highlights specific techniques in robotic surgery, such as totally endoscopic coronary artery bypass (TECAB). Additionally, it addresses potential complications, including peripheral cannulation injuries and phrenic nerve injury. Furthermore, they discussed training in robotics and the future of robotics. The Atrium is a monthly podcast presenting clinical and career-focused topics for residents and early career professionals across all cardiothoracic surgery subspecialties. Keep an eye out for next month’s episode. Related Resources Multi-Spectrum Robotic Cardiac Surgery: Early Outcomes   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 161: Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair 18.06.2026 31min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Dr. Joseph Coselli, Executive Vice-Chair of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, the Cullen Foundation Endowed Chair, and a Professor in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, USA, about thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm repair. Chapters  00:00 Intro  02:21 JANS 1, Ethical Leadership in CTS   07:36 JANS 2, Dual Antiplatelet RCT   10:27 JANS 3, Robotic MV Program   12:00 JANS 4, Time of Day Outcomes   15:34 Video 1, MI AV Replacement via RAM   17:04 Video 2, LA & Pulm Cuff Dissection   18:34 Video 3, LVOTE Master Class   21:09 Dr. Coselli Discussion   29:35 Upcoming Events   29:59 CTSNet Profiles Update  They discussed the increasing use of endovascular techniques and the declining prevalence of open surgery. Additionally, they emphasized the necessity of maintaining open surgery skills for certain cases and provided specific examples where these skills are essential. The conversation also covered the best spinal protection treatment, preconditioning the spinal cord, and hybrid approaches that combine open and endovascular techniques. Furthermore, they highlighted the importance of surgeons being involved in patient follow-up. Dr. Coselli also shared insights on future approaches and recommendations for individuals considering which subspecialty to pursue in cardiothoracic surgery. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on ethical leadership in cardiothoracic surgery in an era of consolidation, efficacy of dual antiplatelet therapy for three months vs 12 months after coronary artery bypass grafting, outcomes following the first 100 cases of a new robotic mitral valve program, and time of day of cardiac surgery and postoperative outcomes in the UK. In addition, Joel explores minimally invasive aortic valve replacement via right anterior minithoracotomy, left atrial and pulmonary cuff dissection after heart and lung en-bloc procurement, and a master class with Drs. Sameh Said and Vince Gaudiani on the Konno procedure and left ventricular outflow tract enlargement. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned Ethical Leadership in Cardiothoracic Surgery in an Era of Consolidation: A Framework for Trust, Transparency, and Workforce Stability Efficacy of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy for Three Months Versus 12 months After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: Multicentre, Double Blinded, Randomised Controlled Trial Outcomes Following the First 100 Cases of a New Robotic Mitral Valve Program Time of Day of Cardiac Surgery and Postoperative Outcomes in the UK: A Secondary Analysis of Linked National Datasets CTSNet Content Mentioned Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Replacement via Right Anterior Minithoracotomy Left Atrial and Pulmonary Cuff Dissection After Heart and Lung En-Bloc Procurement Master Class: The Konno Procedure and LVOT Enlargement With Sameh Said and Vince Gaudiani Other Items Mentioned Career Center CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Cardiac Recovery Room: Hemodynamics and Atrial Fibrillation 17.06.2026 41min

  In this episode of The Cardiac Recovery Room, moderator Dr. Rawn Salenger, Chief of Cardiac Surgery at the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, engages in a conversation with Dr. Shuba Chatterjee, Associate Professor of Surgery and Director of Thoracic Surgical ICU and ECMO Program at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX, USA, and nurse practitioner Amanda Rea, Lead of Advanced Practice and Clinical Program Manager in the Division of Cardiac Surgery at the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center in Townson, MD, USA. Their conversation focused on hemodynamics and atrial fibrillation. Chapters  00:00 Intro  01:17 Vasoplegia/Vasodilatory Shock  06:13 Vasopressors, Cost Considerations  07:32 Vasoplegia Misconceptions  08:41 Defining Vasoplegia  10:54 Blood Pressure Target Variable  12:54 Inotropes  17:03 Approach to Atrial Fibrillation  19:08 Patient Monitoring  19:27 Surgical/Concomitant Ablation  23:13 Postop AFib, Preventive Strategies  28:37 Example Scenario, High Heart Rate  29:56 Out of AFib Into Sinus Rhythm  33:01 Anticoagulation  39:43 Key Points  Key topics include vasoplegia, vasodilatory shock, and the use of vassopressors, including norepinephrine. They address common misconceptions surrounding vasoplegia shock, the role of epinephrine, and the use of methylene blue. Their conversation further delves into approaches for atrial fibrillation, concomitant surgical ablation, and postoperative atrial fibrillation. They highlight the best preventative strategies for atrial fibrillation and the use of beta blockers for atrial fibrillation. Finally, they discuss current guidelines and the role of anticoagulation in patients with atrial fibrillation. The Cardiac Recovery Room is the place to hear the conversations colleagues are having after the meetings. Each month, a new episode will be released featuring a leadership panel from the ERAS Cardiac Society.   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 160: Shifting Healthcare Policy in Surgery 11.06.2026 34min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Dr. Nikki Stamp, a cardiothoracic surgeon at Mount Private Hospital in Perth, Western Australia, who also serves as an Adjunct Clinical Senior Lecturer at Curtin University, Australia, about shifting healthcare policy in surgery.   Chapters  00:00 Intro  01:45 ESTS 2026  02:01 Presidential Address  02:52 Keynote, Emerging Surgical Technologies  05:21 Segmentectomy vs Lobectomy  10:18 Other Key Presentations  11:34 JANS 1, Propensity Score Analysis  12:30 JANS 2, FILONEX Hemodiafiltration  13:21 JANS 3, Transplant Surgery at Night  14:29 Video 1, Aortic Dissection Presentations  15:36 Video 2, Endoscopic AV & AA Replacement  16:45 Video 3, Tetralogy Repair in an Infant  18:12 Dr. Stamp, Health Media & Policy  33:46 Career Center  34:03 Closing  They begin by discussing Dr. Stamp’s professional background, including her experiences working with the media and the lessons she learned from it. They also explore the positive effects of social media for surgeons, such as networking and learning from peers. Additionally, they identify areas for improvement in aortic surgery and transplants. Dr. Stamp then shares her vision for the future of cardiothoracic surgery, emphasizing the need to reduce fragmentation of care and encourage professionals to focus their efforts on their specific specialties.   Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on a propensity score matching analysis on the risk of sternal wound infection in bilateral skeletonized internal thoracic artery in coronary artery bypass grafting, a prospective, randomized controlled pilot safety study evaluating the addition of hemodiafiltration to EVLP in marginal donor lungs, mechanical load inhibits cancer growth in mouse and human hearts, and outcomes of lung transplantation surgery performed at night  In addition, Joel explores totally endoscopic aortic valve and ascending aorta replacement, tetralogy repair in an infant, and a presentation from the 2026 Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery in Great Britain and Ireland Annual Meeting on aortic dissection.  Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery.    JANS Items Mentioned  Risk of Sternal Wound Infection in Bilateral Skeletonized Internal Thoracic Artery in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: A Propensity Score Matching Analysis FILONEX—A Prospective, Randomized Controlled Pilot Safety Study Evaluating the Addition of Hemodiafiltration to EVLP in Marginal Donor Lungs Mechanical Load Inhibits Cancer Growth in Mouse and Human Hearts Outcomes of Lung Transplantation Surgery Performed at Night CTSNet Content Mentioned  SCTS 2026 | Aortic Dissection   Totally Endoscopic Aortic Valve and Ascending Aorta Replacement   Tetralogy Repair in an Infant   Other Items Mentioned  Career Center  CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Lifeline: Crisis Management After Minimally Invasive Cardiac Procedures 10.06.2026 32min

  In this edition of the CTSNet podcast, The Lifeline, host and nurse educator Jill Ley, Clinical Professor at the University of California San Francisco School of Nursing, Founder of the Essentials of Cardiac Surgical Resuscitation, and former Cardiac Surgery Clinical Nurse Specialist at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco, CA, USA, speaks with expert guest T. Sloane Guy, Director of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Cardiac Surgery at the Georgia Heart Institute. Together, they delve into crisis management after minimally invasive cardiac procedures.   Chapters  00:00 Intro  01:19 Min Inv Approach vs Protocol  03:06 Potential Emergencies, Bleeding  06:44 Adjusting Bleeding Parameters  09:56 Limb Ischemia  11:10 Cardiac Arrest  13:35 Pacing vs Sternotomy  15:07 Arrythmias, Defibrillation  15:51 Tamponade  16:49 Tension Pneumothorax  17:05 Stroke  17:50 Myocardial Infarction  18:27 Bleeding in Pleural Space  19:24 Nurse Response to Bleeding  21:53 Case of Persistent Bleeding  22:48 Chest X-Ray Check  24:22 LV Dysfunction in Post-Op Period  The discussion covers critical topics such as the cardiac surgical resuscitation algorithm, managing port-side and groin bleeding, and Dr. Guys’ protocols for these situations. They emphasize the importance of monitoring for bleeding in unexpected areas, such as the abdomen, checking pulses, and the significance of practicing with surgical saws before emergencies arise. Additional topics include tamponade, stroke management, the importance of pacing, chest wall bleeding, and protocols for addressing left ventricular dysfunction in the postoperative period.   Every month, The Lifeline features intensive care specialists sharing their expert insights into the rapid and effective management of critically ill cardiac surgical patients. Don’t miss next month’s episode!      Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 159: Aortic Root Enlargement 04.06.2026 38min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Dr. Bo Yang, a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon at the University of Michigan Health in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA, about aortic root enlargement.   Chapters 00:00 Intro02:37 JANS 1, WhatsApp for Patients08:27 JANS 2, DCD Heart Transplant11:07 JANS 3, TIGHT K Trial13:18 JANS 4, RecoverHeart Calculator15:57 Video 1, Self Constructed Valve18:52 Video 2, MVR Sandwich Technique20:43 Video 3, Distal Coronary Anastomosis Podcast23:04 Dr. Yang, Annular Enlargement36:31 Upcoming Events37:26 Closing They explored Dr. Yang’s participation in a debate regarding the use of aortic root enlargement for the majority of patients, addressing the opposing views against root enlargement and discussing the percentage of patients who undergo this procedure. The conversation also covered important topics such as the mean gradient dropping and the lifelong management of aortic valve disease. They emphasize the importance of maximizing the initial valve size for optimal outcomes. Additionally, Dr. Yang shared insights on his Y-incision technique, highlighting its advantages and effectiveness. They also examined whether this technique increases the length of the surgical procedure.   Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on exploring the use of instant messaging groups in the postoperative period for pectus excavatum patients, a multicenter retrospective study comparing DCD heart transplantation in Europe and the United States, six-month outcomes of a trial of potassium supplementation thresholds after cardiac surgery, and determining the individualized probability of myocardial recovery.  In addition, Joel explores self-constructed tubular heart valve using bovine pericardium for surgical treatment of tricuspid valve endocarditis, mitral valve repair using the sandwich technique for symmetrical bileaflet prolapse, and an episode of The Atrium podcast featuring host Dr. Alice Copperwheat speaking with Dr. Elan Burton about distal coronary anastomosis.    Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery.    JANS Items Mentioned  Exploring the Use of Instant Messaging Groups in the Postoperative Period for Pectus Excavatum Patients A Comparison of DCD Heart Transplantation in Europe and the United States: A Multi-Centre, Retrospective Study Six-Month Outcomes of a Trial of Potassium Supplementation Thresholds After Cardiac Surgery Determining the Individualized Probability of Myocardial Recovery: The Multicenter RecoverHeart Calculator  CTSNet Content Mentioned  Self-Constructed Tubular Heart Valve Using Bovine Pericardium for Surgical Treatment of Tricuspid Valve Endocarditis  Mitral Valve Repair Using the Sandwich Technique for Symmetrical Bileaflet Prolapse   The Atrium: Distal Coronary Anastomosis  Other Items Mentioned  Career Center  CTSNet Events    Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
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  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 158: JACC: Case Reports 28.05.2026 36min

  This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Dr. Gilbert Tang, Editor-in-Chief of Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC): Case Reports, professor in the Department of Cardiovascular Surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, surgical director of the Structural Heart Program at Mount Sinai Health System, and the director of Structural Heart Education at the Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital in New York, NY, USA. They were joined by Drs. Mateo Marin-Cuartas, associate editor of JACC: Case Reports, CTSNet JANS Editor, and cardiac surgeon at Leipzig Heart Center, Germany, and Tsuyoshi Kaneko, Chair of American College of Cardiology (ACC) Cardiac Surgery Member Section and Chief of Cardiac Surgery at Washington University in St. Louis, MO, USA, to discuss JACC: Case Reports. Chapters 00:00 Intro01:45 Instructional Video Competition05:30 JANS 1, Lung Cancer Metastasis09:08 JANS 2, Uncorrected Pectus11:29 JANS 3, Ambulatory VV Life Support13:38 JANS 4, EuroSCORE II14:28 Video 1, TAVR Removal Double Patch16:09 Video 2, ROK Procedure AF17:46 Video 3, RATS Lobectomy19:11 JACC Case Reports35:28 Upcoming Events36:03 Career Center They discussed the mission of the journal and the types of submissions it receives. They also covered the types of cases accepted and the various categories within the journal has, such as the "How We Did It" section. Additionally, they talked about the upcoming partnership between JACC: Case Reports and the ACC, as well as past collaborations that JACC has undertaken. Dr. Marin-Cuartas shared insights about his role as an associate editor and highlighted the most interesting case he has encountered in JACC: Case Reports. Furthermore, Dr. Kaneko discussed being the Chair of the ACC Cardiac Surgery Member Section. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on the evolutionary characterization of lung cancer metastasis, the impact of severe uncorrected pectus excavatum on outcomes after aortic surgery in Marfan syndrome, determining an optimal central cannulation strategy for ambulatory veno-venous extracorporeal life support, and refitting EuroSCORE II for 120-day mortality after coronary artery bypass grafting using nationwide registry data. In addition, Joel explores complex imaging TAVR removal double patch double valve, RATS extended left upper lobectomy with intrapericardial vascular control and bronchoplasty, and ROK procedure for the treatment of atrial fibrillation. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery.   JANS Items Mentioned Evolutionary Characterization of Lung Cancer Metastasis Impact of Severe Uncorrected Pectus Excavatum on Outcomes After Aortic Surgery in Marfan Syndrome Determining an Optimal Central Cannulation Strategy for Ambulatory Veno-Venous Extracorporeal Life Support Refitting EuroSCORE II for 120-Day Mortality After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Using Nationwide Registry Data CTSNet Content Mentioned Complex Imaging TAVR Removal Double Patch Double Valve RATS Extended Left Upper Lobectomy With Intrapericardial Vascular Control and Bronchoplasty ROK Procedure for the Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation Other Items Mentioned JACC: Case Reports 2026 Instructional Video Competition Winners Career Center CTSNet Events   Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.