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  Episode #309

  The Cardiac Recovery Room: Surgical Site Infection and Prevention

  Aug 19, 202617 min

  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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  Episode #308

  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 169: CSIA Conference and Global Cardiothoracic Surgery

  Aug 13, 202638 min

  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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  Episode #307

  The Lifeline: Management of Acute Aortic Emergencies

  Aug 12, 202625 min

  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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  Episode #305

  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 168: Humanoid Robots and AI in Surgery

  Aug 6, 202638 min

  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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  Episode #304

  The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 167: Insights on Robotic Cardiac Surgery Adoption and Training

  Jul 30, 202631 min

  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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