Thoracic Surgery

TMVR fares at least as well as conservative treatment in observational analysis

Early study suggests role for neuroprotection from air bubbles

Comparing leaflet splitting vs conventional stenting to avoid coronary obstruction

An updated meta-analysis of the controversial practice shows no definite answers

More responses and favorable OS trend when anti-PD-1 drug added to chemotherapy

Choose the first procedure wisely, because repeats have mortality implications, researchers say

Researchers stress early detection and treatment of CIED infection

The technique was not linked to a reduction in postoperative pulmonary complications

No major widening nor narrowing of event curves yet

Decision for mini thoracotomy may rest on patient preference, expert operator availability

Several procedures saw significant increases in outpatient volumes

Sex disparities in adverse outcomes, including death, didn't change in the last decade

A majority of patients free of recurrence and 80% alive at 5 years in small study

Nationwide analysis of technology's effect since FDA approval 10 years ago