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Left Atrial Tumors should all be resected via a Minimally Invasive Approach!
Both left atrial tumors as well as left ventricular non-malignant tumors can be safely and effectively removed via a right mini-thoracotomy approach. Left atrial access is obtained via a 4-5 ICS...
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Axillary Cannulation, the next best option
This is my approach to axillary cannulation. Once you watch the video you can convince yourself that you don’t need to add a side branch/graft to the axillary artery. I have used a Seldinger...
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Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery Interview on Medscape
http://www.medscape.org/viewarticle/760718?t=1 I came across this interview that Dr. Michael Moront and I participated in during an STS meeting 2 years ago in Ft. Lauderdale. Despite being 2 years old,...
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Minimally Invasive MVR – Diaphragm Suture ?
I have gone away from using a diaphragm suture to facilitate exposure on my mini MVR’s. I not only think that it has the potential to add complexity to the procedure, but can also be dangerous. This...
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CHANGING THE WORLD – ONE MINI AT A TIME
I know that we are all busy in our daily work and family lives , but please take the time to answer a few questions. Everyone who has subscribed to the blog has an interest in minimally invasive...
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Evolution of Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery –“The Miami Method”
I am constantly trying to improve my game, as we all should! Having said that, I am always looking at ways to simplify my method of accessing the valves and performing more complex procedures. I have...
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Mini Mitral Valve Surgery – Modified Technique for Atrial Lift Insertion
Over the years I have modified my technique for inserting the post for the atrial lift system. Believe it or not, patients were complaining about pain from this insertion site more than from the mini...
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