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March 2, 2026
This video documents the emergency treatment of a patient with an acute aortic intramural hematoma.
April 22, 2025
This video demonstrates an innovative approach that utilizes the native right atrial appendage valve in a tube (the T-RAA valve) to address the primary drawback of the Ross procedure, which is the requirement of a homograft in the pulmonary position that often leads to future interventions, thereby eliminating the need for frequent interventions.
April 22, 2025
In this video, Dr. Vince Gaudiani describes his technique for the placement of an On-X mechanical valve, which he considers to be the mechanical valve of choice in the modern era.
April 21, 2025
The authors present the case of a redo endoscopic mechanical valve reoperation for a locked leaflet.
April 21, 2025
In Part 2 of this series, leaders discussed regions of the world in need of more women in CT surgery, establishing robust thoracic programs, and connecting surgeons globally.
April 21, 2025
This video demonstrates the Gaudiani technique for performing a ministernotomy, aortic valve replacement, and ascending aortic replacement.
April 18, 2025
In this video, the authors present a case of an unusual complication involving narrowing of the ascending aorta following late arterial switch, in addition to neoaortic root dilation, and they detail the surgical management.
April 18, 2025
This video demonstrates the successful surgical correction of severe pectus excavatum with hemodynamic repercussions in a 37-year-old female athlete using the cross-bar technique and cryoanalgesia for pain management.
April 18, 2025
In this in-depth discussion, CTSNet Senior Editor Dr. Vince Gaudiani and cardiac surgeon Dr. Leonard Lee examine Dr. Gaudiani’s reoperation technique for a double patch double valve procedure, showcasing a real-life case during their discussion.
April 17, 2025
This video demonstrates a case of repair for acquired asphyxiating thoracic dystrophy in a patient who underwent a Ravitch procedure at age four, which inhibited thoracic cavity growth and resulted in severe shortness of breath due to a very small thoracic cavity.
April 17, 2025
In this episode of The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning examines the first-ever transcontinental uniportal thoracic surgery

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