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Articles published in Ann Thorac Surg
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March 2028

WON D, Bolling SF, Romano MA, Johnston DR, et al
Long-Term Survival Advantage of Reoperative Surgical Mitral Valve Replacement Over Transcatheter Mitral Valve-in-Valve: A Multicenter Cohort.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2028 Mar 23:S0003-4975(26)00250.
PubMed Abstract available

September 2026

GRIFFETH EM, O'Sullivan D, Dearani JA, Stephens EH, et al
Risk Model for Adult Congenital Cardiac Reoperations: Analysis of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database (STS-ACSD).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Sep 10:S0003-4975(26)00901.
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WELKE KF, Austin EH, Kumar SR, Anagnostopoulos PV, et al
Factors Associated with Operative Mortality in Medium Volume Congenital Heart Surgery Centers: A Mixed-Methods Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Sep 10:S0003-4975(26)00903.
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BOBURG RS, Haller C
Minimally Invasive Congenital Heart Surgery - Where is the Limit?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Sep 6:S0003-4975(26)00892.
PubMed

PACHOS N, Cerfolio RJ, Bizekis C, Zervos M, et al
Early Results and Technique of Single-Port (SP) Robotic Thoracic Surgery for Pulmonary Resection and Thymectomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Sep 4:S0003-4975(26)00832.
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SPURLOCK D, Squiers JJ, Martin LW, Kaiser LR, et al
Things to Consider While Negotiating Your Contract: A Report From The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Workforce on Cardiothoracic Surgery Practice.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:773-781.
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GOEL NJ, Zhao Y, Sperry AE, Kelly JJ, et al
Early Discontinuation of Long-Term Anticoagulation After Surgical Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:618-628.
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AGWAR FD, Tamerat LY, Ali JM, Kassa MY, et al
Analysis of the First 1000 Operations Performed by a Local Surgical Cardiac Team in Ethiopia: Challenges Faced and Lessons Learned.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:752-758.
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MATSUBARA M, Deimel C, Schaeffer T, Rohlig C, et al
Mechanical Atrioventricular Valve Replacement During and After the Single-Ventricle Palliation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:680-689.
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KADOWAKI S, Steve Fan CP, Venet M, Tocharoenchok T, et al
Successful Atrioventricular Valve Repair Modifies Clinical Outcomes in Single-Ventricle Patients: Multistate Model Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:691-701.
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HOSHINO Y, Hayama H, Frankel WC, Unai S, et al
Prevalence and Clinical Significance of Cusp Thickening and Reduced Cusp Motion After the Ozaki Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:651-659.
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KURODA S, Shomoto T, Nishioka Y, Shimizu N, et al
Pulmonary Artery-Bronchial Territory Mismatch in Segmentectomy and Its Effect on Surgical Resection Margins.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:703-710.
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NAGATSUKA M, Asai T, Noguchi K, Hama D, et al
Large Free-Floating Left Atrial Thrombus After Incomplete Thoracoscopic Closure of the Left Atrial Appendage.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:759-762.
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August 2026

NELSON JS, Ashfaq A, St Louis JD, Lu JC, et al
Executive Summary for The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) / World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS) / European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association (ECHSA) 2026 (1) Clinical Practice Guidelines on Indications and Timing o
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Aug 19:S0003-4975(26)00828.
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NAM L, Liu X, Singh R, Collier LL, et al
Comparative Analysis of Vizient and The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) Performance Ratings in Cardiac Surgery: A Qualitative Review.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Aug 19:S0003-4975(26)00831.
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VINOGRADSKY AV, Soliman FK, Kurlansky P, Ali F, et al
Reducing sternal wound infections after cardiac surgery through targeted, interdisciplinary efforts: A large, single-center experience.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Aug 5:S0003-4975(26)00810.
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KAMTAM DN, Bonnell LN, Kapula N, Engelhardt KE, et al
A Society of Thoracic Surgeons General Thoracic Surgery Database Analysis of the Association Between Lymph Node Dissection and Chylothorax.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:291-300.
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JACQUEMYN X, Ahmed A, Serna-Gallegos D, Amabile A, et al
Impact of Circulatory Arrest Duration on Perioperative Mortality: Insights From More Than 1200 Aortic Arch Reconstructions.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:341-349.
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GREITEN LE, Rajab TK, Mokashi S, Gillaspie E, et al
Career-Long Earnings in Cardiothoracic Surgery: A Comparative Net Present Value Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:484-492.
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BIANCHI G, Perazzo A, Mariani S, van Bussel BCT, et al
Extracorporeal Life Support for Post-Cardiotomy Acute Right Ventricular Failure: A Retrospective Observational Multicenter Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:462-472.
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POWELL C, Puig CA, Saddoughi SA, Tapias LF, et al
Pulmonary mucormycosis: outcomes by treatment modality and underlying comorbidity.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:311-319.
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XU Y, Wang Z, Pan H, Tan Q, et al
Is Sublobar Resection Optimal for Peripheral Nodules
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:302-309.
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NISIVACO S, Kitahara H, Nathan S, Balkhy HH, et al
Hybrid Revascularization With Robotic Totally Endoscopic Coronary Bypass and Stents: What Are the Outcomes When The Stent Does Not Happen?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:351-358.
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NASRALLA A, Cypel M
A Novel Approach for Resection of Centrally Located Metastatic Sarcoma to the Lung.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:493-494.
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MAINWARING RD
Unifocalization of Major Aortopulmonary Collateral Arteries and Pulmonary Arteries-Lessons Learned Over 20 years.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;122:279-290.
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July 2026

BENSCOTER AL, Reagor JA, Timpa JG, Capone CC, et al
Modified Ultrafiltration and Association with Outcomes after Neonatal Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 28:S0003-4975(26)00737.
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STEPHENS EH, Zampi JD, Sarris GE, Protopapas E, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons / World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery / European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association 2026 Expert Consensus Document on Timing, Indications, and Options for Pulmonary Valve Replacement in Children
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 27:S0003-4975(26)00736.
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KUMAR SR, O'Brien JE Jr, Romano JC
Combined Reporting in The Society of Thoracic Surgeons' Congenital Heart Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 25:S0003-4975(26)00733.
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MANUEL V
Political Support and Technical Autonomy: Foundations for Sustainable Cardiac Surgery Programs in Low- and Middle-Income Countries.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 24:S0003-4975(26)00732.
PubMed

HAWKINS RB, Bonnell L, Mehaffey JH, Wyler von Ballmoos M, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Risk Model for Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 20:S0003-4975(26)00726.
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DEFAZIO D, Wei L, Chauhan D, Hayanga JW, et al
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting versus Percutaneous Coronary Intervention for Stable Multivessel Coronary Disease in the Current Era.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 7:S0003-4975(26)00712.
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MAGRUDER JT, Kim SA, Helmers M, Morris CD, et al
Impact of preoperative and postoperative modern guideline-directed medical therapy on survival following coronary artery bypass grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 6:S0003-4975(26)00706.
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LODO V, Capozza C, Barbero C, Brenna D, et al
Does prior percutaneous coronary revascularization negatively affect the outcomes of subsequent coronary artery bypass grafting?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 4:S0003-4975(26)00705.
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GAO Y, Matsubara M, Kienmoser D, Schaeffer T, et al
Late outcomes of postoperative complete heart block after congenital heart surgery: recovery or re-heart block?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 3:S0003-4975(26)00690.
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KIM MS, Ryu AJ, Kim JW, Lee CH, et al
Coronary artery bypass grafting based on computed tomography-derived fractional flow reserve versus angiography: Early results.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 2:S0003-4975(26)00677.
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SHUHAIBER JH
Beyond Gradient Alone: Hemodynamic Trajectories After Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 2:S0003-4975(26)00691.
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STEPHENS EH
Ongoing Dialogue and Support for the Future of Congenital Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 1:S0003-4975(26)00693.
PubMed

WIERUSZEWSKI PM
Vasopressor use and atrial fibrillation after cardiac surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 1:S0003-4975(26)00680.
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ZILLNER L, Wild MG, Hausleiter J, Zimpfer D, et al
Large Mitral Annuli in Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement: A Marker of Advanced Disease or Limited Benefit?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jul 1:S0003-4975(26)00685.
PubMed

June 2026

MORI S, Li L, Arakawa S, Tsubouchi S, et al
Clinical Feasibility of Robot-Assisted Pulmonary Resection Using a Platform Incorporating Haptic Feedback.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jun 27:S0003-4975(26)00675.
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OVERBEY DM, Turek JW, Wolf SEM, Kucera JA, et al
Initial Clinical Experience With Partial Heart Transplantation for Mitral Valve Replacement: An Experimental Approach.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jun 23:S0003-4975(26)00582.
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CATALANO MA, Zhao Y, Toubat O, Shin M, et al
Inpatient versus delayed readmission for coronary artery bypass grafting following non-ST elevation myocardial infarction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jun 19:S0003-4975(26)00578.
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KHULLAR OV, Kidane B, Altorki N, Antonoff M, et al
STS Expert Consensus Document (2026) on Addressing Definition and Practices of Sublobar Resection in Non-small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jun 19:S0003-4975(26)00579.
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CHATTERJEE S, Ortoleva J, Arora RC, Dalton KR, et al
Management Algorithm for Vasoplegic Shock after Cardiac Surgery: An Interdisciplinary Collaboration.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jun 17:S0003-4975(26)00577.
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MAGRUDER JT, Thourani VH
Shortcuts and "the way": management of moderate aortic stenosis during coronary artery bypass grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jun 11:S0003-4975(26)00551.
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ANTONOFF MB, Romano JC
Supporting Inclusivity of Women in Congenital Heart Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jun 9:S0003-4975(26)00543.
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BACH ERS, Edwards AM, Stankewicz M, Ramaiah C, et al
Graft-Assisted Transapical Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement with Concomitant Robotic Minimally Invasive Direct Coronary Artery Bypass.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jun 9:S0003-4975(26)00539.
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ZHANG Z, Zhai W, Xu H, Liu J, et al
Preoperative Resting Heart Rate and 30-Day Heart Failure After Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jun 9:S0003-4975(26)00537.
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POTTER AL, Wang D, Bonnell L, Jacobs RC, et al
Comparing Nodal Upstaging Rates and Morbidity and Mortality of Common Nodal Sampling Guidelines in the STS General Thoracic Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1309-1317.
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KRISHNAN S, Tjoeng YL, Files M, Luna AO, et al
Risk Factors and Outcomes for Infants Requiring Unplanned Reintervention After Stage 2 Palliation for Single-Ventricle Heart Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1453-1461.
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MEHAFFEY JH, Singletary BA, Lewis S, Jaeger BC, et al
Survival After Left Ventricular Assist Device: A Society of Thoracic Surgeons National Intermacs Database Risk Model Assessment.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1478-1487.
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BAIU I, Altorki NK, Kneuertz PJ
Wedge Resection for Early-Stage Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Are We There Yet?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1299-1308.
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LEE HC, Chen CY, Hsieh MJ, Lin CP, et al
Impact of End-Stage Renal Disease on Outcomes in Mechanical Versus Bioprosthetic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1444-1452.
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SERVAIS EL, Hayanga JWA, Linden P, Sood P, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (2025) Expert Consensus Document on Interventions for Screen-Detected Lung Nodules.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1283-1297.
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RAZAVI AA, Lim B, Sallam A, Perez C, et al
Endoscopic Versus Open Radial Artery Harvesting: A Population-Level Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1385-1393.
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LI J, Chen Y, Han X, Fang J, et al
Transapical Beating-Heart Septal Myectomy for Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy After Failed Septal Reduction Therapy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1462-1469.
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LI SS, Makarem A, Kreso A, Rabi AS, et al
Effects of the Lung Composite Allocation Score Change on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) Bridge to Transplant.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1328-1337.
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LEE D, Choi EJ, Jang JH, Cho WH, et al
Association Between Listing Status Prior to Bridge Initiation and Lung Transplant Outcomes: A Nationwide Cohort Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1489-1496.
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ZAKRZEWSKI J, Drysdale N, Leahy R, Platnick C, et al
Earlier Fontan Candidacy Determination: A Focus on Anatomic and Physiologic Variables.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1471-1477.
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HUI DS, Iribarne A, Mehaffey JH, Hawkins RB, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database: 2026 Update on Outcomes and Research.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jun 1:S0003-4975(26)00522.
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May 2026

MENG C
Interpreting Mitral Annular Dimensions in Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 May 28:S0003-4975(26)00519.
PubMed

LI Z, Larson HBSc J, Vervoort D, Rakhshan HBSc S, et al
Bayesian reanalysis of revascularization strategies for left main disease: coronary artery bypass grafting versus percutaneous intervention.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 May 26:S0003-4975(26)00478.
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KHANNA AD, Stephens EH, Jacobs JP, Sood P, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) / World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery (WSPCHS) / European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association (ECHSA) Expert Opinion on The Role of Exercise Testing in Determining Optimal Timing of Pulmona
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 May 23:S0003-4975(26)00463.
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HAWKINS RB, Kubi B, Strobel RJ, Paneitz DC, et al
Long-Term Outcomes of Paroxysmal and Persistent Atrial Fibrillation Management Strategy During Non-Emergent Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 May 13:S0003-4975(26)00444.
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YU PJ, Newman J, Chang SC, Habib RH, et al
Optimal Management for Moderate Aortic Stenosis at the Time of Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 May 13:S0003-4975(26)00440.
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STEPHENS EH, Feins E, Backer CL, Bacha E, et al
A Call for Investment in Sponsorship, Apprenticeship, and Mentorship: Ensuring the Future of Congenital Heart Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 May 12:S0003-4975(26)00443.
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BRAASCH MC, Bonnell L, Siki MA, Jones C, et al
Longitudinal Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement Outcomes for Asymptomatic Severe Aortic Stenosis with Preserved Ejection Fraction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 May 11:S0003-4975(26)00436.
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WOLFE SB, Mehaffey JH, Badhwar V
Convenience Now, Complexity Later: Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Young Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 May 6:S0003-4975(26)00430.
PubMed

MARQUENIE N, Hofman FN, Bronkhorst S, Reiber B, et al
Spontaneous Right-Sided Diaphragmatic Rupture with Liver Herniation after Bilateral Lung Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 May 5:S0003-4975(26)00426.
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BADHWAR V, Arghami A, Cerny S, Pereda D, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Expert Consensus Pathway for Robotic Cardiac Surgical Training.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1038-1048.
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ERKMEN CP, Salami A, Tompkins AK, Ghanta R, et al
The Thoracic Surgery Directors Association In-Training Exam: Development, Implementation, and 6-Year Trends.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1252-1257.
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YUN J, Ryu S, Yoon C
Bilateral Phrenic Nerve Reconstruction With Intercostal Nerve Grafts After Thymic Carcinoma Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1258-1261.
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MA X, Cheng C, Li C, Hou N, et al
Efficacy and Safety of Transapical Beating-Heart Myectomy in Patients Aged >65 Years With Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1241-1251.
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WANG S, Dong Z, Liu Z, Han E, et al
Minimally Invasive Electro Septal Myectomy for Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy Through a Right Infra-Axillary Incision.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1129-1135.
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BARRON JO, Thuita L, Blackstone EH, Valapour M, et al
Lung Transplant Outcomes in the Veterans Health Administration.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1211-1220.
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BOSTOCK IC, Fox AH, Engelhardt KE, Huang K, et al
Does This Lymph Node Look Bulky to You? What Should We Do About It? A Survey of Thoracic Surgeons.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1195-1201.
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WATANABE Y, Uchida S, Hattori A, Fukui M, et al
A Comparative Analysis of Nodal Spread in Solid-Predominant vs Pure-Solid Stage IA Hypometabolic Lung Adenocarcinoma.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1221-1229.
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SAWMA T, Schaff HV, Arghami A, Greason KL, et al
Late Survival and Self-Reported Quality of Life in Octogenarians With Prior Sternotomy Undergoing Valvular Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1111-1120.
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NISIVACO S, Balkhy HH
Multi-arterial Grafting in Hybrid Coronary Revascularization: A Feature not a Bug.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 May 1:S0003-4975(26)00422.
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April 2026

KONNAI M, Matsunaga S, Igarashi T, Wakamatsu H, et al
Safety-Net Balloon Technique for Pledget Retrieval in Early Redo Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 29:S0003-4975(26)00419.
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ALARAJ R, Koprivanac MJ, Alshneikat M, Awad AK, et al
Extended Zone Right Internal Thoracic Artery Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 25:S0003-4975(26)00408.
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STROBEL RJ, Beller JP, Teman NR
Extubation after cardiac surgery - does timing matter?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 25:S0003-4975(26)00407.
PubMed

SEADLER BD, Chen T, Zelten J, Carlson SF, et al
Extracorporeal Life Support in Post-Infarct Ventricular Septal Defect: Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 23:S0003-4975(26)00358.
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NELSON JS, Lu JC, Ashfaq A, Kwon MH, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons/ World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery/ European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association 2026 Clinical Practice Guidelines on Indications and Timing of Pulmonary Valve Replacement in Repaired Tetralogy
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 22:S0003-4975(26)00357.
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GARCIA-VILLARREAL OA
Survival Outcomes of Combined Mitral Valve Surgery and Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Moderate Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 20:S0003-4975(26)00353.
PubMed

LYNCH JM
Detection Without Direction: Rethinking Preoperative Brain MRI in Neonatal Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 18:S0003-4975(26)00346.
PubMed

CHATTERJEE S, Grant MC, Hui DS, Schwann TA, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons 2026 Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of New-Onset Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation after Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 18:S0003-4975(26)00344.
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RAMLAWI B, Deeb GM, Yakubov SJ, Mumtaz M, et al
Isolated Transcatheter and Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement in the Evolut Low-Risk Trial: 5-Year Comparative Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 15:S0003-4975(26)00340.
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SANKAR K, Yuen A, Razavi AA, Krishna V, et al
Recent Advances in Lung Transplantation: Innovations Shaping the Next Era.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 13:S0003-4975(26)00328.
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GLANCE LG, Dick AW, Knight PW, Bruckel JT, et al
Hospital-Level Variation in Transcatheter versus Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement Among Patients Younger than 65 Years.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 13:S0003-4975(26)00327.
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GUO J, Zhang P
Risk-Modified Prosthesis Selection in Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 11:S0003-4975(26)00323.
PubMed

BLITZER D, Amabile A
Robotic Cardiac Surgery Training: The Trainee's Perspective.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 11:S0003-4975(26)00326.
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FENG SN, Zhou AL, Akbar AF, Agbor-Enoh S, et al
Lung Transplantation in the Composite Allocation Score Era: Are Older Candidates Disadvantaged?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 8:S0003-4975(26)00318.
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BONATTI J
What if we just leave out stenting in robotically assisted hybrid coronary intervention?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 8:S0003-4975(26)00313.
PubMed

YOON DW, Shin DW, Jung J, Joh HS, et al
Short- and Long-Term Risks of Atrial Fibrillation in Surgically Treated Lung Cancer Patients: A Korean Nationwide Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Apr 8:S0003-4975(26)00320.
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AVSAR MK, Guzel Y, Onsel IO, Kirat B, et al
Transaortic and Right Atrial Approach for Pediatric Tunnel-Type Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction: An Alternative to Modified Konno.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:920-929.
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SALLAM A, Alabbadi S, Bowdish ME, Tam DY, et al
Durability and Outcomes of Mitral Reintervention After Surgical Mitral Repair in Patients 65 Years and Older in the United States.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:881-891.
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ZHANG S, Yuan Q, Zhu Z, Deng L, et al
Distinct Subgroups and Outcomes in Patients With Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy After Septal Myectomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:990-998.
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KOPRIVANAC M, Bauza K, Smedira N, Pettersson G, et al
Radical Pericardiectomy and Use of Cardiopulmonary Bypass for Constrictive Pericarditis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:871-880.
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NORMAND SL, Zelevinsky K, Han L, Nathan M, et al
Improving Risk Adjustment in the Assessment of Congenital Heart Center Surgical Quality.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:950-959.
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SHETTY V, Narayan P, Rao S, Tambrallimath P, et al
The Ross Procedure in Young and Middle-Aged Patients: Long-Term Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:903-911.
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LEE JM, Gauvreau K, Kohlsaat K, Whitfield GE, et al
Long-Term Outcomes in Infants After Tetralogy of Fallot Repair: Does Repair Strategy Matter?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:931-937.
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PLATZ JJ, Bryan DS, Ferguson MK, Naunheim KS, et al
Surgeon Perception of Artificial Intelligence in Thoracic Surgery: Insights From an International Survey.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:1001-1008.
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ZWISCHENBERGER BA, Odei A, Jensen C, Colton K, et al
Relative Importance of Timing vs Size of Preoperative Stroke for Valve Operation in Infective Endocarditis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:913-919.
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March 2026

WANG KJ, Alexander EV, Elkamel A, Worrell SG, et al
Isolated Cervical Node Recurrence After Two-Field Esophagectomy for ESCC: Failure of Surgical Clearance or Opportunity for Salvage?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 28:S0003-4975(26)00300.
PubMed

RUCHONNET EP, Verdugo-Marchese M, Gunga Z, Marcucci C, et al
Structural anomalies on cardiac computed tomography after full-root aortic valve replacement with a stentless porcine aortic root xenograft.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 23:S0003-4975(26)00243.
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PARK I, Ahn JH, Sung K, Kim WS, et al
Long-term Outcomes of Open Mitral Commissurotomy Versus Mechanical Mitral Valve Replacement in Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 20:S0003-4975(26)00235.
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LAMY A
Evidence Interpretation in Coronary Artery Surgery: be rigorous and stay with the evidence.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 20:S0003-4975(26)00246.
PubMed

ZILLNER L, Wild MG, Hell MM, Herkner H, et al
CT based Annular Dimensions in Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement: A Multicenter Registry Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 20:S0003-4975(26)00232.
PubMed Abstract available

MIKAMI R, Rahimi M, Braasch MC, Soto C, et al
Evaluation of Left Ventricular Function for Risk Stratification in Asymptomatic Severe Aortic Stenosis with Preserved Contractility.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 20:S0003-4975(26)00231.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN L, Tiemuerniyazi X, Yang Z, He L, et al
Survival After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting With or Without Mitral Valve Repair for Moderate Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 19:S0003-4975(26)00233.
PubMed Abstract available

MEHAFFEY JH, Daggubati R, Jagadeesan V, Hayanga JWA, et al
Transcatheter vs Surgical Tricuspid Valve Repair: An Analysis of Medicare Beneficiaries.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 19:S0003-4975(26)00230.
PubMed Abstract available

ISLAM IS, McGetrick ME, Leon RL, Reyes K, et al
Results of a Preoperative Screening Brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging Protocol in Neonates Undergoing Cardiopulmonary Bypass.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 18:S0003-4975(26)00228.
PubMed Abstract available

KOPRIVANAC M, Sutherland F, Svensson LG, Gillinov M, et al
Transcervical Robotic Aortic Valve Replacement: A Possible New Frontier in Cardiac Surgery?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 10:S0003-4975(26)00209.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHAFER M, Heiler JC, DiChiacchio L, Ramakrishna S, et al
The Preoperative Role of Right Heart Function in Primary Graft Dysfunction Following Bilateral Lung Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 7:S0003-4975(26)00206.
PubMed Abstract available

WANG S, Zhou Y, Hu S, Bian D, et al
Neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy followed by surgery or radiotherapy for stage IIIA-B non-small cell lung cancer with bulky N2 disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Mar 5:S0003-4975(26)00199.
PubMed Abstract available

ALEX GC, Engelhardt K, Rajaram R, Burfeind W, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons General Thoracic Surgery Database: 2025 Annual Update.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:521-531.
PubMed Abstract available

LONG B, Liu Y, Lin F, Zhang Y, et al
Randomized Trial of High-Flow Nasal Cannula vs Double-Lumen Endotracheal Tube or Laryngeal Mask for Thoracoscopic Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:705-714.
PubMed Abstract available

CAMPBELL JM, Chansky K, Fang W, Vallieres E, et al
Comparison of Oncologic Outcomes After Partial and Total Thymectomy for Stage I Thymomas.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:671-678.
PubMed Abstract available

BRISCOE JB, Rahman U, Alvarez NH, Patel DC, et al
Cardiac Hemangioma: Getting to the Heart of the Matter.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:752-755.
PubMed Abstract available

HUTSON J, Aggarwal R, Robinson J, Naselsky W, et al
A Standardized Remediation Approach for the Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery Trainee: Review of Current Paradigms and Suggested Strategies.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:740-751.
PubMed Abstract available

ZHU G, Perdomo D, Chinedozi I, Yang SC, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons "Looking to the Future" Program: Impact on Resident Academic Productivity and Society Membership.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:725-731.
PubMed Abstract available

HORIE S, Shikata F, Oka N, Okamura T, et al
Association Between Initial Pulmonary Artery Band Circumference and Early and Late Outcomes in Single-Ventricle Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:624-632.
PubMed Abstract available

HOLDEN KI, Ebanks AH, Khan AM, Johnson A, et al
Surgical Approaches in Congenital Heart Disease With Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia: A Multiinstitutional Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:606-614.
PubMed Abstract available

YANG VB, Zhao LX, Feng SN, Gonzalez M, et al
Evaluating Gender Disparities in Cardiothoracic Surgery Through the Lens of Industry-Surgeon Partnerships.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:732-739.
PubMed Abstract available

TAVOLACCI SC, Isath A, Rodriguez G, Shimamura J, et al
Impact of Extended Heart Recovery Distance on Transplant Outcome Under the Current Heart Allocation Policy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:679-687.
PubMed Abstract available

February 2026

ALABBADI S, Toyoda N, Itagaki S, Iribarne A, et al
Trends in Utilization and Outcomes of Ross, Transcatheter and Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement in Adults Younger Than 65 Years Old.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 26:S0003-4975(26)00155.
PubMed Abstract available

YU Q, Zhang P
Interpreting long-term outcomes after failed transcatheter aortic valve replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 24:S0003-4975(26)00153.
PubMed

YANKAH AC, Nwiloh J, Mestres CA, Bouzid A, et al
The 2025 Accra Declaration on Upskilling and Cost-Effective Cardiac Surgery in Africa.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 23:S0003-4975(26)00014.
PubMed Abstract available

JEON YJ, Son JA, Lee J, Park SY, et al
Prognosis of Isolated Cervical Node Recurrence Following Esophagectomy With Two-Field Lymphadenectomy for Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 19:S0003-4975(26)00143.
PubMed Abstract available

XU W, Li Z, Zheng J, Pan X, et al
Subsegment-based versus segment-based anatomical sublobar resection for lung cancer: A propensity score-matched analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 17:S0003-4975(26)00140.
PubMed Abstract available

BRAASCH MC, Kaneko T
The Evolving Tsunami of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 16:S0003-4975(26)00139.
PubMed

CHOI JW, Gaca J, Zwischenberger BA, Milano C, et al
Survival after mechanical vs biological mitral valve replacement: Influence of age versus operative mortality score.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 14:S0003-4975(26)00129.
PubMed Abstract available

TAM DY, Sallam A, Elsherbini A, Chen Q, et al
Conduit choice and volume-outcome relationships in multi-arterial coronary artery bypass grafting among Medicare beneficiaries in the US.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 13:S0003-4975(26)00124.
PubMed Abstract available

KAWAMOTO N, Yamashita K, Suzuki K, Kakuta T, et al
Robotic mitral valve repair and simultaneous on-pump coronary artery bypass grafting to the left anterior descending artery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 12:S0003-4975(26)00119.
PubMed Abstract available

HODGES KE, McCarthy PM, Habib RH, Robinson E, et al
Increasing But Variable Use of Surgical Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation: An Update from the STS Adult Cardiac Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 10:S0003-4975(26)00118.
PubMed Abstract available

MEHAFFEY JH, Jagadeesan V, Hayanga JW, Chauhan D, et al
Trends of Aortic Valve Replacement in Patients 65 Years and Younger in the United States.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 6:S0003-4975(26)00109.
PubMed Abstract available

CHAUGLE F, Mouchli AY, Ali N, Byrne JG, et al
Definitive Repair After Staged Hybrid Procedure of the Ascending Aorta and Aortic Valve Redo Surgery for Kinked Aortic Graft.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Feb 6:S0003-4975(26)00110.
PubMed Abstract available

LIBERMAN M, Jones DR, Wakelee H, Gao S, et al
Clinical Characteristics and Surgical Outcomes of Patients Receiving Perioperative Pembrolizumab in KEYNOTE-671.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:281-289.
PubMed Abstract available

MURAKAMI J, Tanaka T, Shimokawa M, Yoshimine S, et al
Probiotic Prophylaxis With Clostridium butyricum for Postoperative Infections Following Lung Resection: A Propensity Score-Weighted Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:459-466.
PubMed Abstract available

MERRILL WH
Andrew Glenn Morrow, MD, and the Clinic of Surgery, National Heart Institute.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:497-502.
PubMed Abstract available

O'BRIEN D, White A, Jensen-Holubowich S, Salvador M, et al
The Innovation of an Expert-Guided Emergency Re-Sternotomy Cart: A Narrative Review.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:491-496.
PubMed Abstract available

LOPEZ E, Shehata D, Varghese TK Jr, Doty AA, et al
Parenthood and Family Building Challenges Among Cardiothoracic Surgery Trainees.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:467-474.
PubMed Abstract available

ESPUNY-PUJOL F, Pagel C, Ambler G, Brown KL, et al
New Models for Risk-Adjusted Monitoring of Postsurgical Complications and Mortality in Adult Congenital Heart Disease in England and Wales.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:422-429.
PubMed Abstract available

DELL'AQUILA AM, Georgevici AI, Wisniewski K, Szabo G, et al
Risk Profile and Outcomes of Patients Requiring Coronary Revascularization as Concomitant Procedure to Repair of Type A Aortic Dissection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:329-336.
PubMed Abstract available

January 2026

RAJA SG, Davierwala P
Re-examining Conduit Selection and Evidence Interpretation in Coronary Artery Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 31:S0003-4975(26)00103.
PubMed

GAN LX, Chang Y, Guo HW
Y-incision aortic annular enlargement with Chimney mitral valve replacement for double small annuli: an alternative to Commando procedure?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 30:S0003-4975(26)00101.
PubMed

TOM SK
Valve-in-Chimney Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 30:S0003-4975(26)00095.
PubMed

BUDD AN, Kertai MD, Wyler von Ballmoos MC, Raphael J, et al
Management of Direct Oral Anticoagulants in Adult Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Joint Consensus Statement by the Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists and The Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 29:S0003-4975(26)00082.
PubMed Abstract available

MESTRES CA, Sandoval E
Reoperative coronary artery surgery: Yesterday, today, tomorrow, it will always be there. But experience counts, we know.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 27:S0003-4975(26)00085.
PubMed

BIERER JD, Stanzel R, Henderson M, Krmpotic K, et al
High-exchange ULTrafiltration to enhance Recovery After pediatric cardiac surgery: the ULTRA Randomized Clinical Trial.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 27:S0003-4975(26)00083.
PubMed Abstract available

AMABILE A, Bonatti J
The Annus Mirabilis of Robotics in Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 23:S0003-4975(26)00079.
PubMed

VINHOLO TF, Awtry J, Cho M, Allen P, et al
Long-Term Outcomes of Repeat Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement vs Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Explant: A Nationwide Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 19:S0003-4975(26)00013.
PubMed Abstract available

SALAZAR L, Nersesian G, Meani P, Bari G, et al
Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support and Shock Teams in High-Risk Cardiac Surgery: The Strategic Evolution of Protected Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 14:S0003-4975(26)00011.
PubMed Abstract available

CHIEM HD, Nguyen PT, Truong MD, Tran BL, et al
Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery for Treating Tetralogy of Fallot in Children in The Modern Era.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 7:S0003-4975(26)00001.
PubMed Abstract available

BAYLISS C, Wagnild J, Maier R, Ogundimu E, et al
Right ventricular function after mitral valve surgery: Insights from the United Kingdom Mini Mitral study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026 Jan 7:S0003-4975(26)00002.
PubMed Abstract available

HAYANGA JWA, Voppuru S, Bham N, Hansen A, et al
Higher Costs and Lower Reimbursement of Endobronchial Valve Therapy vs Lung Volume Reduction Surgery in the United States.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:174-180.
PubMed Abstract available

NAYAK A, Cascino TM, DeFilippis EM, Hanff TC, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Intermacs 2025 Annual Report: Focus on Outcomes in Older Adults.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:15-38.
PubMed Abstract available

AFOKE J, Stephens EH, Allison TG, Chopko TC, et al
Shifting Paradigms: Exercise Testing as a Metric of Long-Term Success in Surgery for Ebstein Anomaly.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:137-143.
PubMed Abstract available

MAGOULIOTIS DE, Topcu AC, Estrada Mendoza RM, Dabir RR, et al
A Statewide Quality Initiative to Promote Aortic Annular Enlargement: Leading an Evolving Paradigm Shift.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:241-249.
PubMed Abstract available

CHOPKO TC, Khan FW, Stulak JM
Taken for Granted: An Analysis of Sternal Closure Techniques.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:53-64.
PubMed Abstract available

KOBAYASHI Y, Marx GR, Sasaki N, Zurakowski D, et al
Atrioventricular Inflow and Subsequent Ventricular Growth After Staged Ventricular Recruitment for Unbalanced Atrioventricular Canal Defect.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:163-172.
PubMed Abstract available

REDDINGTON H, Schumacher L, Watkins AA, Mitzman B, et al
Recommendations for Emergency Robotic Thoracic Conversions and Intraoperative Resuscitation: A Modified Delphi Consensus Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:41-52.
PubMed Abstract available

STILL SA, Xie R, Vardas PN, Eudailey KW, et al
Explantation of Transcatheter Aortic Bioprostheses in a Very High Risk Population.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2026;121:120-126.
PubMed Abstract available

December 2025

HOSAIN N
History of Cardiac Surgery in Afghanistan: The way you see it.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Dec 30:S0003-4975(25)01281.
PubMed

RADAKOVIC D, Zittermann A, Braun CT, Opacic D, et al
Risk-Adjusted Outcomes of Reoperative versus Primary Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Dec 26:S0003-4975(25)01262.
PubMed Abstract available

LI X, Li Q, Zhao E, Yang F, et al
Perioperative Outcomes of Robotic versus Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer After Neoadjuvant Therapy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Dec 26:S0003-4975(25)01261.
PubMed Abstract available

KUMAR SR, Goldstone AB, Heuerman H, Jacobs JP, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Congenital Heart Surgery Database: Update on Outcomes and Research.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Dec 20:S0003-4975(25)01258.
PubMed Abstract available

AL EBRAHIM KE
Women in Cardiac Surgery - A Global and Regional Perspective.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Dec 15:S0003-4975(25)01214.
PubMed

DAVID TE
Mitral Valve Replacement in Patients with MAC.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Dec 2:S0003-4975(25)01181.
PubMed

SEESE L, Schiff M, Morell VO, Tran M, et al
Multicenter Comparison of Long-Term Outcomes: Extracardiac Conduit Fontan vs Lateral Tunnel Fontan at 15-Year Follow-Up.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:1115-1123.
PubMed Abstract available

WILDER FG, Bostock IC, Watkins A, Erfe JM, et al
Social Determinants of Health in Thoracic Surgery: Critical Points for Understanding and Implementing Change.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:1188-1194.
PubMed Abstract available

NAM L, Connolly M, Rowe K, Stone JR, et al
Resection and Reconstruction of a Complex Mediastinal Paraganglioma Involving Major Cardiac Structures.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:1184-1187.
PubMed Abstract available

DU XW, Wang H, Chen LQ, Zhang DW, et al
Early Resection of Kommerell Diverticulum and Revascularization in Children With Right Aortic Arch and Aberrant Left Subclavian Artery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:1144-1153.
PubMed Abstract available

November 2025

KOTHARI PD, Shah VN, Mounzer M, Aikhionbare I, et al
Single-Stage Combined Ascending Aortic and Aortic Valve Replacement with Orthotopic Liver Transplantation: A Rare Multidisciplinary Approach.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 22:S0003-4975(25)01177.
PubMed Abstract available

IBRAHIM ME, Toubat O, Sperry AE, Bonnell L, et al
Outcomes of re-repair versus replacement after failed primary mitral regurgitation repair: STS Adult Cardiac Surgery Database analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 22:S0003-4975(25)01173.
PubMed Abstract available

MEHAFFEY JH, Schafer J, Hawkins RB, Mori M, et al
Longitudinal Datasets in Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 21:S0003-4975(25)01157.
PubMed Abstract available

ROSE D
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement First, Surgery Later: A Strategy That Fails the Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 21:S0003-4975(25)01156.
PubMed

TOM SK, Norton EL, Gleason P, Guyton RA, et al
Valve-in-Chimney Mitral Valve Replacement for Extensive Annular Calcification.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 18:S0003-4975(25)01155.
PubMed Abstract available

ENGIN M, Yavuz S
Concomitant Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Patients Acute Type A Aortic Dissection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 18:S0003-4975(25)01115.
PubMed

SZETO JJ, Kurzan P, Lutfi W, Kapoor S, et al
Association Between Preoperative Palmar Arch Velocity on Duplex Ultrasonography and Ischemic Hand Symptoms After Radial Artery Harvest.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 18:S0003-4975(25)01152.
PubMed Abstract available

MALVINDI PG, Bifulco O, Spagnolo F, Galeazzi M, et al
Simplified approach for minimally invasive mitral valve surgery through a trans-axillary mini-thoracotomy access.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 17:S0003-4975(25)01113.
PubMed Abstract available

LOPEZ BARREDA R, Besa S, Lema G
Beyond Redefining Success: Ethical and Human Dimensions of Cardiac Surgery in Africa.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 15:S0003-4975(25)01116.
PubMed

PIENTA M, He C, Clark MJ, Fanning JS, et al
Clinical Frailty Scale Assessment Before Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 10:S0003-4975(25)01102.
PubMed Abstract available

CATELLI C, Guerrini S, D'Alessandro M, Mazzei MA, et al
Lymph Node Involvement and Radiological Predictors of Invasiveness in Pure Ground-Glass Adenocarcinomas: the GORDON study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 10:S0003-4975(25)01104.
PubMed Abstract available

WARDAK AB, Bina N, Nazir H, Abdul Shakoor H, et al
The Lost History of Cardiac Surgery in Afghanistan: Establishment, Evolution, Halt and Re-emergence.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 7:S0003-4975(25)01096.
PubMed

SAKOWITZ S, Bakhtiyar SS, Sanaiha Y, Vadlakonda A, et al
Impact of Travel Burden and Access to Care on Survival Following Pediatric Heart Transplantation in the Contemporary Regionalization Era.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Nov 6:S0003-4975(25)01089.
PubMed Abstract available

BLACKMON SH, Weiderhold A, Abdelsattar ZM, Antonoff MB, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons 2024 Member Practice Survey.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:992-1002.
PubMed Abstract available

HAYANGA JWA, Luo X, Reddy S, Mehaffey JH, et al
Endobronchial Valve Therapy vs Lung Volume Reduction Surgery in the United States.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:917-925.
PubMed Abstract available

MOTT NM, Baskin AS, Taylor CD, Niba V, et al
Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Leadership for Women in Cardiothoracic Surgery: A Qualitative Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:967-974.
PubMed Abstract available

ERKMEN CP, Tompkins AK, Blackmon S, Kaiser LR, et al
Gender Disparities in Compensation of Practicing Cardiothoracic Surgeons: Analyzing The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Compensation Survey.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:975-982.
PubMed Abstract available

BURRI M, Nagdyman N, Hock L, Meierhofer C, et al
Exercise Performance and Right Ventricular Remodeling After the Cone Repair in Patients With Different Severity of Ebstein Anomaly.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:907-915.
PubMed Abstract available

BROWNLEE AR, Perez C, Weiser L, Yu W, et al
1121 Shape-sensing Robotic-assisted Bronchoscopic Biopsies: Diagnostic Yield and Surgical Implications.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:928-936.
PubMed Abstract available

October 2025

JACOBS JP, Overman DM, Romano JC, Dearani JA, et al
Adjustment for Case Mix in Congenital Heart Surgery: The Role of Procedure Specific Factors.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 31:S0003-4975(25)01065.
PubMed

NOMURA K, Watanabe T, Takamori S, Hamada A, et al
Safety Profile of Neoadjuvant Chemoimmunotherapy With Nivolumab for Patients With Resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer in the Real World (CReGYT-04 Neo-Venus).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 30:S0003-4975(25)01059.
PubMed Abstract available

HANCOCK FRIESEN CL, McGlinchey AM, L'Heureux TE, Ibrahimiye AN, et al
Single Center Utilization of Real-time Society of Thoracic Surgeons Congenital Heart Surgery Data to Improve Institutional Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 29:S0003-4975(25)01057.
PubMed Abstract available

YI J, Yu J, Procasky S, Banull N, et al
Impact of Tricuspid Regurgitation on Outcomes after Cox-Maze IV Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 29:S0003-4975(25)01058.
PubMed Abstract available

RAZAVI AA, Chen Q, Tam DY, Sallam A, et al
Expanding Use of Donation After Circulatory Death Heart Transplantation to Higher Acuity Recipients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 28:S0003-4975(25)01051.
PubMed Abstract available

KANEKO T, Fukuhara S, Mehaffey JH, Chang SC, et al
Reoperation in Bioprosthetic vs Mechanical Aortic Valve Replacement in The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 27:S0003-4975(25)01048.
PubMed Abstract available

PAGANI FD
Mechanical Circulatory Support in Acute MI and Cardiogenic Shock Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: Progress and Prudence.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 25:S0003-4975(25)01046.
PubMed

QIAN YC, Sun C, Tam DY
To Vent or Not to Vent: Neurologic Safety in Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 25:S0003-4975(25)01042.
PubMed

SQUIERS JJ, Banwait JK, DiMaio JM, Mack MJ, et al
Surgical Ablation During Coronary Artery Bypass: Clarity May Not Necessarily Be Concordant With Preconceived Notions.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 25:S0003-4975(25)01049.
PubMed

SQUIERS JJ, Shih E, DiMaio JM, Banwait JK, et al
All-Venous Grafting and Very-Long-Term Survival after Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 22:S0003-4975(25)00998.
PubMed Abstract available

NATHAN M, Han L, Zelevinsky K, Abing H, et al
Understanding Mortality Following Congenital Heart Surgery: What do procedure specific factors add?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 21:S0003-4975(25)00986.
PubMed Abstract available

AL EBRAHIM KE
Cardiac Surgery in Transition: From Explantation Challenges to a Valve-in-Valve Future.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 18:S0003-4975(25)00993.
PubMed

AN KR, Harik L, Rahouma M, Caldonazo T, et al
Trends and Outcomes of Mechanical Circulatory Support in Acute MI and Cardiogenic Shock Patients Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 16:S0003-4975(25)00983.
PubMed Abstract available

SHACKER M, Roy SB, Pham C, Smith MA, et al
Lung Transplantation in the Elderly: Addressing Challenges of Patient Selection and Immunosuppression.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 10:S0003-4975(25)00964.
PubMed

LESTER LA, Rodman JCS, Theeuwen HA, Atay SM, et al
The impact of kidney transplantation on survival outcomes for lung transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 9:S0003-4975(25)00960.
PubMed Abstract available

POTAPOV EV, Whitman G, John R, Lanmuller P, et al
EACTS/STS/AATS Guidelines on temporary mechanical circulatory support in adult cardiac surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 9:S0003-4975(25)00949.
PubMed

CHO PD, McKay S, White JP, Zappacosta H, et al
Gender Disparity in Lung Transplantation in the Pre- and Post-Composite Allocation Score System.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 7:S0003-4975(25)00957.
PubMed Abstract available

WANG R, Wang Q, Xu R, Guo W, et al
Objective Evaluation of Tubeless Thoracic Surgery in Early-stage Lung Cancer Patients Using Multi-modal Digital Device: A Prospective Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 6:S0003-4975(25)00952.
PubMed Abstract available

KISAMORI E, Mehta R, Venna A, Kaminski A, et al
Lateral Tunnel Fontan vs. Extra-Cardiac Conduit Early Outcomes: A Study of the STS Congenital Heart Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 4:S0003-4975(25)00948.
PubMed Abstract available

PAN H, Tian Y, Chen H, Ge Z, et al
Lobar versus Sub-Lobar Resection for Clinical Stage IA1-2 Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer with Tumor Spread Through Air Spaces.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Oct 4:S0003-4975(25)00909.
PubMed Abstract available

MCCULLOUGH KA, Dorton CW, Pothini T, Eisenga JB, et al
Effect of Duration of Donor Ventilation on Lung Transplant Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:759-768.
PubMed Abstract available

PRATT CG, Cheon S, Whitrock JN, Moore AN, et al
Enhanced Recovery After Thoracic Surgery: Postoperative Opioid Use by Preoperative Use Status and Risk Factors for New Persistent Opioid Use.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:749-757.
PubMed Abstract available

TREZZI M, Verrengia M, Brancaccio G, Filippelli S, et al
Is There an Ideal Age or Weight for the Warden Procedure in Patients With Partial Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:729-737.
PubMed Abstract available

O'CONNOR M, Hoyos ME, Stauber CE, Martinez HR, et al
The Fate of the Truncal Valve: Multi-Institutional Insights Into Reintervention After Truncus Arteriosus Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:739-747.
PubMed Abstract available

RUSSO MG, Tompkins AK, Akinade O, Woodard GA, et al
Navigating Family Leave in Cardiothoracic Surgery Training.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:787-798.
PubMed Abstract available

LEE J, Hong YS, Lee J, Lee G, et al
Clinical N Staging Subclassification for Stage III-N2 NSCLC Patients Undergoing Trimodality Therapy: A Good Beginning Is Half the Battle.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:665-673.
PubMed Abstract available

September 2025

CHEN CF, Hung MH
Time-Zero Bias or Diminishing Returns? Deconstructing the 'Optimal' Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Window.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Sep 15:S0003-4975(25)00881.
PubMed

CHAUHAN D, Mehaffey JH, Hayanga JWA, Mathewson M, et al
Center Volume And Failure to Rescue in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: Is there a relationship?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Sep 13:S0003-4975(25)00878.
PubMed Abstract available

BAKHTIYAR SS, Sakowitz S, Mallick S, Biniwale R, et al
Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy following Donation after Circulatory Death Heart Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Sep 12:S0003-4975(25)00874.
PubMed Abstract available

CARDUCCI J, Fu W, Wagner C, Woodford J, et al
Renal Recovery After Post-Cardiac Surgery Renal Replacement Therapy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Sep 8:S0003-4975(25)00853.
PubMed Abstract available

MANUEL V, Agwar FD, Entsua-Mensah K, Boumzebra D, et al
Redefining Success in Cardiac Surgery in Africa: Aligning Training, Patient Profiles, and Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Sep 5:S0003-4975(25)00848.
PubMed

FUKUHARA S
When Surgery Is Possible, Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement Should Not Be Plan A.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Sep 4:S0003-4975(25)00847.
PubMed

BRANDT WS, Rossetti NE, Eaton DB, Samson P, et al
Synchronous Primary Early-Stage Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Trends in Management and Factors Associated with Improved Survival.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Sep 2:S0003-4975(25)00843.
PubMed Abstract available

YANG C, Singh S, Ogami T, Kirilina D, et al
Arterial Grafting Survival Benefit in End Stage Renal Disease Patients Undergoing Coronary Arterial Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Sep 2:S0003-4975(25)00841.
PubMed Abstract available

MCKIERNAN MA, John MM, Rosenblum JM, Nayi P, et al
Surgical Reinterventions After Primary vs Staged Yasui Operation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:494-501.
PubMed Abstract available

HAMZAT I, Greenstone S, Perkins A, Williams L, et al
An Assessment of Black Medical Students' Interest in Cardiothoracic Surgery: Results of a National Survey.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:572-581.
PubMed Abstract available

LU T, Zhu C, Cui H, Meng Y, et al
Predictors of N-Terminal Pro-Brain Natriuretic Peptide Nonresponse and Its Impact on Outcomes in Patients After Septal Myectomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:511-520.
PubMed Abstract available

OSLOCK WM, Jones BA, English NC, Vilcassim R, et al
Ambient Air Pollution and Thoracic Surgery Outcomes: Assessing the Impact of Particulate Matter.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:582-590.
PubMed Abstract available

DANIAL P, Frering A, Bouhdadi H, Juvin C, et al
Lower Ministernotomy: An Approach for Treating All Valvulopathies?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:487-493.
PubMed Abstract available

HAMMOUD MS, Chen L, Toth AJ, Rajeswaran J, et al
Long-Term Clinical Outcomes and Health-Related Quality of Life After the Ross Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:502-510.
PubMed Abstract available

August 2025

ELSEBAIE A, Boutros CS, Awad AK, Sanad M, et al
Defining the Learning Curve in Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 29:S0003-4975(25)00800.
PubMed Abstract available

TAKAMOCHI K, Endo M, Funai K, Haruki T, et al
Randomized Multicenter Trial of -8cmH2O versus -15cm H2O Intrathoracic Pressure Digital Thoracic Drainage for Air Leaks after Anatomical Pulmonary Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 29:S0003-4975(25)00802.
PubMed Abstract available

WISNIEWSKI AM, El Moheb M, Polavarapu N, Goudarzi A, et al
Venous Thromboembolism after Coronary Artery Bypass Increases Healthcare Costs: A Propensity Score Matched Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 28:S0003-4975(25)00799.
PubMed Abstract available

AGUAYO E, Kwon OJ, Won M, Mallick S, et al
Impact of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Volume on Outcomes in Patients with End Stage Renal Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 27:S0003-4975(25)00796.
PubMed Abstract available

SEYOUM N, Eaton DB Jr, Tohmasi S, Rossetti N, et al
Adherence to Post-Operative Survivorship Quality Metrics in Early-Stage Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 27:S0003-4975(25)00797.
PubMed Abstract available

MOROI MK, Vinogradsky AV, Feng I, Cordoves EM, et al
Melody versus Mechanical Mitral Valve Replacement in Young Children: A Single-Center Propensity Matched Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 25:S0003-4975(25)00794.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHENA S, Garcia-Villarreal OA
Surgical Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation in Addition to Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: Are We Muddying the Waters?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 22:S0003-4975(25)00774.
PubMed

REDDINGTON H, Lou F
Patient selection and optimization in second pulmonary resections.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 22:S0003-4975(25)00769.
PubMed

LIU Z, Tian D, Sato M
Challenges in Lung Transplantation for the Elderly: Unanswered Questions.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 22:S0003-4975(25)00776.
PubMed

JONES-UNGERLEIDER KC, Yang B
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting in Acute Type A Aortic Dissection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 22:S0003-4975(25)00777.
PubMed

OKITA Y, Numata S, Suda H, Takanashi S, et al
Tricuspidization of the Bicuspid Aortic Valve with Aortic Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 22:S0003-4975(25)00779.
PubMed Abstract available

NISHIJIMA S, Nakamura Y, Higuma Y, Niitsuma K, et al
Impact of root venting on brain injury in mini-thoracotomy aortic valve replacement: prospective evaluation with pre- and post-operative brain MRI in 252 patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 21:S0003-4975(25)00763.
PubMed Abstract available

ABDUL GHAYUM MA, Contorno E, Lee B, Brien JO, et al
Treatment Strategies and Outcomes in Pulmonary Atresia with Ventricular Septal Defect without Major Aorto-pulmonary Collateral Arteries in North America 2003-2023.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 21:S0003-4975(25)00767.
PubMed Abstract available

BAKIR NH, Bernabei A, Burns DJP, Houghtaling PL, et al
Durability of Surgical Mitral Repair vs. Transcatheter Edge-to-edge Repair in Patients with Degenerative Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 21:S0003-4975(25)00762.
PubMed Abstract available

RIBEIRO ER, Co-Vu J, Quartermain MD, Bonnell LN, et al
Variation of Prenatal Detection of Congenital Heart Disease in Infants: Updated Analysis of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Congenital Heart Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 19:S0003-4975(25)00658.
PubMed Abstract available

KAZALEH M, Wagner C, Pegues J, Millar JK, et al
Long Term Survival Following Mitral Valve Replacement by Preoperative Risk: Implications for Patient Selection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 14:S0003-4975(25)00752.
PubMed Abstract available

SALNA M, Wang C, Anzai I, Chen E, et al
Safety of Concomitant Ascending Aortic Aneurysm Repair During Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: A Society of Thoracic Surgeons Database Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 12:S0003-4975(25)00748.
PubMed Abstract available

ABDALLAT M, Leo RT, Sugarbaker EA, McAllister M, et al
Segmentectomy vs Lobectomy for Occult N1 in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Is Less Still More?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 8:S0003-4975(25)00725.
PubMed Abstract available

ASHWAT E, Brown JA, Warraich N, Wang Y, et al
Early Hemodynamic Valve Deterioration After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 7:S0003-4975(25)00659.
PubMed Abstract available

AKBAR AF, Zhou AL, Kalra A, Oak A, et al
National Outcomes of Non-intubated Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation as a Bridge to Heart Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Aug 7:S0003-4975(25)00729.
PubMed Abstract available

PHILIP J, Jacobs JP, Peek GJ, Stukov Y, et al
100 Episodes of Support With Berlin Heart: Comparison of Patients Who Underwent Ventricular Assist Device Explantation After Cardiac Recovery With Those Without Cardiac Recovery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:374-382.
PubMed Abstract available

YOUNG SD, Weber MP, Ryan KJ, Rothenberg P, et al
Impact of Preoperative Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Use on Lung Transplant Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:365-373.
PubMed Abstract available

RIZALDI AA, Larson EL, Zhou AL, Alejo DE, et al
Engaging the Next Generation: Evaluating the Long-term Success of a Premedical Program in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:393-400.
PubMed Abstract available

DESCHAMPS J, Obanor O, Clarizia N, Singh G, et al
Best Management Practices on Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support: Joint Consensus Report of the PeriOperative Quality Initiative and the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Cardiac Society.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:225-243.
PubMed Abstract available

SPELDE AE, Barron LM, Cangut B, Hickey GW, et al
Escalation and De-escalation of Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support: Joint Consensus Report of the PeriOperative Quality Initiative and the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Cardiac Society.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:213-224.
PubMed Abstract available

GRANT MC, Kanwar MK, Spelde AE, Chatterjee S, et al
Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support in Cardiogenic Shock: Executive Summary of the Joint Consensus Reports of the PeriOperative Quality Initiative and the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Cardiac Society.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:194-201.
PubMed Abstract available

WISNIEWSKI AM, Suzuki Y, El Moheb M, Chipoletti A, et al
Cannulation Configuration and Its Effects on Bridging to Lung Transplant: Analysis of the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization Registry.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:383-392.
PubMed Abstract available

NG AP, Sanaiha Y, Hadaya JE, Verma A, et al
Risk of Financial Toxicity Among Adults Undergoing Lung and Esophageal Resections for Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:283-292.
PubMed Abstract available

July 2025

BADHWAR V, Darehzereshki A, Raikar GV, Mehaffey JH, et al
Robotic-Assisted Transcatheter Aortic Valve Explantation and Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 30:S0003-4975(25)00689.
PubMed Abstract available

MATSUSHIRO T, Tamura T, Kuroda E, Inoue N, et al
Acute Type A Aortic Dissection with an Anomalous Aortic Origin of the Right Coronary Artery: A Rare Entry Formation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 19:S0003-4975(25)00664.
PubMed Abstract available

SERVAIS EL
Second Pulmonary Resection: Safe, But Selection Remains the Question.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 10:S0003-4975(25)00643.
PubMed

LAMELAS J, Alnajar A
Comparing Outcomes of Sternal Sparing Aortic Valve Replacement with and without Concomitant Ascending Aortic Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 9:S0003-4975(25)00635.
PubMed Abstract available

KUGLER LR, Jacobs JP, Philip J, Fudge JC, et al
Cardiac Transplantation after HYBRID+VAD Support in Patients with HLHS: Technical considerations and outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 9:S0003-4975(25)00634.
PubMed Abstract available

PERRY T, Jacobs ML, Jacobs JP, Sweberg T, et al
Children Supported with Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Before Cardiac Surgery: Stabilizing the Unstable. An Analysis of the STS-CHSD.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 8:S0003-4975(25)00610.
PubMed Abstract available

KOECHLIN L, Salikhanov I, Gahl B, Miazza J, et al
Sex-specific differences in early occlusion rate after coronary artery bypass grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 7:S0003-4975(25)00612.
PubMed Abstract available

FUKUHARA S, Romano MA, Bolling SF, Ailawadi G, et al
Mitral Reoperation after Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement: The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 7:S0003-4975(25)00611.
PubMed Abstract available

MAVROUDIS CD
Children ARE little adults: trends in coronary artery bypass grafting for Kawasaki Disease in children.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 5:S0003-4975(25)00606.
PubMed

RYUKO T, Okazaki M, Mitsuhashi T, Suzawa K, et al
Comparable Clinical Outcomes Between Segmentectomy and Lobectomy for NSCLC With Unsuspected N1/N2: A Multicenter Real-World Data Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:87-98.
PubMed Abstract available

WEN J, Chen T, Li Y, Dong Y, et al
Comparison of Short- and Long-term Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Sleeve Lobectomy With or Without Buttressing the Bronchial Anastomosis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:100-107.
PubMed Abstract available

LESGART M, Nguyen AA, Tompkins AK, Berfield KS, et al
From Enigma to Equity: Asian American and Pacific Islanders in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:150-156.
PubMed Abstract available

OVERBEY DM, Stephens EH, Parent B, Ameduri RK, et al
Review of Current Normothermic Regional Perfusion Practice in Pediatric Cardiac Donation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;120:4-14.
PubMed Abstract available

HARADA C, Iida T, Sato M
Five-year update on resection of clustered pulmonary arteriovenous malformations avoiding lung transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 1:S0003-4975(25)00602.
PubMed

LIU TX, Malaisrie SC, Medina M, Whippo B, et al
Surgical outcomes of iatrogenic acute type A aortic dissection during catheter-based procedures: STS Cardiac Surgery Database analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 1:S0003-4975(25)00566.
PubMed Abstract available

MOON J, Lancaster T, Sood V, Romano JC, et al
Long-term impact of tricuspid valve intervention on survival, tricuspid valve, and ventricular function in hypoplastic left heart syndrome.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 1:S0003-4975(25)00567.
PubMed Abstract available

MANTAJ P, Hirofuji A, Aquila MD, Demetres M, et al
Meta-Analysis of Coronary Bypass Graft Patency Assessment with Invasive versus Computed Tomography Angiography.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jul 1:S0003-4975(25)00552.
PubMed Abstract available

June 2025

KITAZAWA S, Bernards N, Sata Y, Yokote F, et al
INTRAOPERATIVE SURGICAL MARGIN ASSESSMENT OF SUBLOBAR LUNG RESECTION SPECIMENS USING COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 23:S0003-4975(25)00546.
PubMed Abstract available

MUSONI M, Wang S, Schulick N, Kabano B, et al
A 17-Year Experience of Valvular Heart Surgery in Rwanda.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 21:S0003-4975(25)00545.
PubMed Abstract available

YE M, Shi Q, Liu F, Jiang N, et al
Outcomes of Total Arterial Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting for Kawasaki Disease in Pediatric Patients: A single center cohort study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 21:S0003-4975(25)00542.
PubMed Abstract available

MAKAREM A, Paneitz D, Winship T, Singh R, et al
Pericardiotomy & Amiodarone for Prophylaxis against Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation in Cardiac Surgery (PAPPA).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 21:S0003-4975(25)00543.
PubMed Abstract available

MILES TJ, Ghanta RK, Chatterjee S
Correct Diagnosis Is Critical to Managing Vasoplegia After Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 20:S0003-4975(25)00539.
PubMed

SHACKER M, Keogan A, Wang L, Roy SB, et al
Lung Transplantation in the Elderly: Is Age a Contraindication?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 19:S0003-4975(25)00536.
PubMed Abstract available

THIELMANN M, Muras O, Osswald A, Welp H, et al
PREDICTIVE VALUE AND IMPLICATIONS OF CARDIAC TROPONINS AND TIMING IN CORONARY ARTERY BYPASS SURGERY WITH ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROMES.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 17:S0003-4975(25)00528.
PubMed Abstract available

WEN J, Dong Y, Chen T, Wu J, et al
Prognostic Impact and Recurrence Pattern of KRAS G12C Mutation in Surgically Resected Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 16:S0003-4975(25)00526.
PubMed Abstract available

LEMA G, Arze S
The Interpretation of Pressure Gradients after Cardiac Surgery When Identifying Patients at High Risk of Vasoplegia.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 13:S0003-4975(25)00524.
PubMed

JAHANGIRI M
Improving Safety of Cardiac Surgery During Pregnancy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 13:S0003-4975(25)00520.
PubMed

REDDINGTON H, Emmerick I, Crawford A, Briskin C, et al
Safety and Efficacy of Oncologic Second Pulmonary Resections: A Study of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons General Thoracic Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 5:S0003-4975(25)00488.
PubMed Abstract available

AHMAD Z, Nasir H, Ullah T
"Ultrasound-Guided Pain Management in Sternotomy: TTPB vs PIFB in Cardiac Surgery".
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 2:S0003-4975(25)00484.
PubMed

SCHAFFER JM, Kluis A, Squiers JJ, George TJ, et al
Survival After Surgical Ablation of Atrial Fibrillation During Coronary Artery Bypass in Medicare Beneficiaries.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jun 2:S0003-4975(25)00339.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN SA, Do-Nguyen CC, Titsworth M, Yang B, et al
Aortic Annular Enlargement: Y-Incision Rationale, Technique, and Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:1151-1165.
PubMed Abstract available

BILGILI A, Sharaf OM, Verzwyvelt Z, Brennan Z, et al
Analysis of UNOS: Berlin Heart Bridge to Transplant in Acquired vs Congenital Heart Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:1307-1316.
PubMed Abstract available

SZIKLAVARI Z, Hammoudeh S, Petrone AM, Stange S, et al
Outcomes of Vacuum-Assisted Closure in Patients with Empyema Thoracis: A 10-Year Experience.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:1206-1212.
PubMed Abstract available

May 2025

KHAN AA, Shah SK, Adebayo OW, Brooks C, et al
Association Between Surgical Start Time and Major Morbidity or Mortality after Pulmonary Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 28:S0003-4975(25)00446.
PubMed Abstract available

KESSELI S, Wolf SE, Schroder JN, Beckerman Z, et al
The Living Ross Procedure - A New Paradigm in Partial Heart Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 26:S0003-4975(25)00431.
PubMed Abstract available

LOULMET DF, Hage A, Phillips KG, Dorsey M, et al
Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Modification During Robotic Mitral Valve Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 20:S0003-4975(25)00424.
PubMed Abstract available

AMABILE A, Bonnell LN, Del Vecchio A, Basciano A, et al
Spinal Cord Protection for Open Descending Thoracic and Thoracoabdominal Aorta Surgery: An STS Adult Cardiac Surgery Database Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 17:S0003-4975(25)00423.
PubMed Abstract available

NAM L, Singh R, Hirji SA, Nguyen V, et al
A Multi-Institutional Study on the Prevalence and Clinical Impact of Patient-Prosthesis Mismatch in Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 15:S0003-4975(25)00421.
PubMed Abstract available

LIANG H, Wang W, Zhang M, Wang R, et al
Safety and Feasibility of Novel Single-Port Robotic-Assisted Lobectomy/Segmentectomy for Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 15:S0003-4975(25)00420.
PubMed Abstract available

BLITZER D, Lalonde M, Argenziano M, Geirsson A, et al
Robotic Cardiac Surgery Training Curriculum.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 13:S0003-4975(25)00419.
PubMed

BHATTI T
Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement in Low-Risk Patients: Methodological Considerations from PARTNER 3.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 13:S0003-4975(25)00418.
PubMed

SATIJA D, Walsh M, Dimitrov T, Pham V, et al
Unilateral vs. Bilateral Lung Transplantation Following Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 13:S0003-4975(25)00415.
PubMed Abstract available

LAMY A
The Downfall of RITA as a Second Conduit in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 8:S0003-4975(25)00402.
PubMed

KHAN AA, Shah SK, Naeem W, Ansari M, et al
Association Between Social Vulnerability Index and Time-to-Treatment in Resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 6:S0003-4975(25)00380.
PubMed Abstract available

AXTELL AL
Anastomotic Leaks after Esophagectomy - Severity and Impact on Quality of Life.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 May 2:S0003-4975(25)00373.
PubMed

RAIKAR C, Wolfe S, Lagazzi LF, Darehzereshki A, et al
Minimally Invasive Valve Surgery for Patients With Infective Endocarditis: A Comparative Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:1020-1026.
PubMed Abstract available

SONG S, Han X, Ma X, Wang X, et al
Impact of Myocardial Hibernation and Scar on Benefits From CABG in Ischemic Left Ventricular Dysfunction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:1001-1010.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHAFER M, McFarland C, Amula V, Truong D, et al
Volume-Outcome Relationship of Norwood Procedures: Insights from the National Pediatric Cardiology-Quality Improvement Collaborative Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:1045-1052.
PubMed Abstract available

WOODARD GA, Grau-Sepulveda M, Onaitis MW, Udelsman BV, et al
Lobectomy vs Sublobar Resection in The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Database: Importance of Patient Factors and Lymph Node Evaluation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:1071-1081.
PubMed Abstract available

REED AK, Sleeper LA, Roy N, VanderPluym CJ, et al
Impact of Anticoagulation Therapy After Bioprosthetic and Homograft Pulmonary Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:1062-1070.
PubMed Abstract available

BADRAN A, Steele D, Hartley A, Garner M, et al
Bullying, Harassment, and Undermining Behavior in Cardiothoracic Surgery in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:1117-1124.
PubMed Abstract available

MARSHALL MB, Wee JO, Soukiasian HJ, Hartwig MG, et al
Initial Evaluation of the Safety and Performance of Single-Port Robotic-Assisted Thymectomy Through a Subxiphoid Incision.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:1099-1106.
PubMed Abstract available

April 2025

SZNYCER-TAUB N, Peng YW, Yu S, Batazzi A, et al
Perioperative Normoxia versus Hyperoxia in Neonates with Cyanotic Heart Disease Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 29:S0003-4975(25)00371.
PubMed Abstract available

ORTIZ BA, Engrav SK, Roden AC, Boland JM, et al
Impact of frozen section pathology examination of surgical margins in sublobar pulmonary resections for clinical stage IA NSCLC.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 25:S0003-4975(25)00338.
PubMed Abstract available

SAWMA T, Arghami A, Rowse PG, Danesh S, et al
Benefits of robotic mitral valve repair in elderly patients - an adjusted comparison with standard sternotomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 25:S0003-4975(25)00342.
PubMed Abstract available

MEHDIZADEH-SHRIFI A, Faateh M, Ahmed HF, Chappell G, et al
Can Children with a VAD Overcome Intellectual and Motor Disabilities Following Heart Transplantation in the United States?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 25:S0003-4975(25)00340.
PubMed Abstract available

MILLER DC
Expanding Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Use in Younger Patients and Bicuspid Valves: Risks, Evidence Gaps, and Regulatory Action.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 10:S0003-4975(25)00303.
PubMed Abstract available

CHANG CC, Worrell SG
Anastomotic leaks following esophagectomy continue to be a problem, so what can we do?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 9:S0003-4975(25)00302.
PubMed

MILLER PC, Miller JR, Mannie CT, Nath DS, et al
Right Atrial Appendage for Aortic Valve Reconstruction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 9:S0003-4975(25)00300.
PubMed Abstract available

WAGNER CM, Schoel L, Fu W, Daramola T, et al
Tricuspid valve replacement across the eras: Practice patterns and outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 9:S0003-4975(25)00299.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN J, Zhao ZR, Deng H, Yang C, et al
Extended sleeve lobectomy after neoadjuvant immunochemotherapy for centrally located non-small cell lung cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 9:S0003-4975(25)00298.
PubMed Abstract available

ABOUL-HASSAN SS, Perek B, Cichon R, Gaudino M, et al
The Never-Ending Story of Ideal Patients and Multiple Arterial Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 7:S0003-4975(25)00297.
PubMed

VANWINKLE CK, Fu W, Hassett KP, Thompson MP, et al
The Association between Participation in a Quality Collaborative and Value in Lung Cancer Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 5:S0003-4975(25)00295.
PubMed Abstract available

RAMDEEN SL, Little SGH, Forrester S, Patterson C, et al
Lessons from 19 Years of a Pediatric Heart Surgery Volunteer Program in Jamaica: Partnership, Teamwork, and Sustainability.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 4:S0003-4975(25)00294.
PubMed Abstract available

HUANG LC, Shao ZH, Sun YX, Gan LX, et al
Protective Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Improves Surgical Outcomes in Acute Type A Aortic Dissection with Coronary Ostial Involvement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 3:S0003-4975(25)00289.
PubMed Abstract available

BORTOLOTTI U, Livi U, Vendramin I
ENLARGEMENT OF THE AORTIC ANNULUS DURING AORTIC VALVE REPLACEMENT: Just a matter of terminology?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Apr 3:S0003-4975(25)00291.
PubMed

TOWE CW, Kuo EY, Feczko A, Kidane B, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons General Thoracic Surgery Database: 2024 Update on Outcomes and Research.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:733-743.
PubMed Abstract available

PAGANI FD, Singletary B, Cantor R, Mehaffey JH, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons National Intermacs Database Risk Model for Durable Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:907-916.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM SS, Schumacher L, Cooke DT, Servais E, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Expert Consensus Statements on a Framework for a Standardized National Robotic Curriculum for Thoracic Surgery Trainees.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:719-732.
PubMed Abstract available

LEITH J, An KR, Harik L, Dell'Aquila M, et al
Sequential Grafting of the Left Internal Thoracic Artery to the Left Anterior Descending Artery and Graft Failure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:835-841.
PubMed Abstract available

CURRAN BF, Schaff HV, Connolly HM, Dearani JM, et al
Late Outcomes of Ascending-to-Descending Bypass for Aortic Coarctation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:815-824.
PubMed Abstract available

OHIRA S, Cameron DE, Lansman SL, Spielvogel D, et al
Complex Bentall Operation: Clinical Pearls to Standardize the Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:744-754.
PubMed Abstract available

CONDELLO I
Enhancing Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Outcomes: The Vital Role of Oxygen Delivery in Reducing Unnecessary Transfusions.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:924-925.
PubMed

March 2025

LOSIGGIO R, Baiardo Redaelli M, Landoni G, Bellomo R, et al
Amino Acid Infusion and Renal Protection: Beyond Hemodynamic Optimization in Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 28:S0003-4975(25)00269.
PubMed

TUTUNJIAN A, Nathan M
Residual Lesions Matter After Congenital Heart Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 24:S0003-4975(25)00228.
PubMed

ONORATI F, Geisler D, Theron A, Francica A, et al
Five-year Results of Aortic Valve Replacement with a Novel Bioprosthesis: Real-world data from a large multicenter registry.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 24:S0003-4975(25)00225.
PubMed Abstract available

MEHAFFEY JH, Kumar SR
Standardizing Analyses in the Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 24:S0003-4975(25)00226.
PubMed

IRIBARNE A, Zwischenberger B, Mehaffey J, Kaneko T, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database: 2024 Update on National Trends and Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 22:S0003-4975(25)00221.
PubMed Abstract available

PASTUSZKO P, Katz MG, Chen GR, Mainwaring RD, et al
Outcomes of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Patients Treated with ECMO.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 21:S0003-4975(25)00218.
PubMed

OMAR AS, Rahhal A, Hanoura S
Could Enhanced Cardiac Output Be the Key to Renal Protection Following Amino Acid Infusion in Cardiac Surgery Patients?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 21:S0003-4975(25)00217.
PubMed

MILES TJ, Guinn MT, Suero OR, Rosengart TK, et al
A Novel Clinical Risk Score to Predict Vasoplegia After Adult Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 20:S0003-4975(25)00211.
PubMed Abstract available

EMERSON D, Megna D, Razavi AA, DiChiacchio L, et al
Robotic Lung Transplantation: Feasibility, Initial Experience and 3-Year Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 19:S0003-4975(25)00208.
PubMed Abstract available

RAJAB TK, Kalfa DM, Mery C, Emani SM, et al
Indications and Practical Considerations for Partial Heart Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 17:S0003-4975(25)00203.
PubMed Abstract available

MANTAJ P, Hameed I, Hirofuji A, Aquila MD, et al
Current practices for cohort reporting and statistical adjustment in studies from the STS Adult Cardiac Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Mar 4:S0003-4975(25)00178.
PubMed Abstract available

GRIFFITHS ER, Profsky MP, Mokshagundam D, Boucek K, et al
Eighth Annual Society of Thoracic Surgeons Pedimacs Report.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:513-522.
PubMed Abstract available

THOURANI VH, Leon MB, Makkar R, Ascione G, et al
Five- Year Outcomes in Low-Risk Patients Undergoing Surgery in the PARTNER 3 Trial.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:555-566.
PubMed Abstract available

GOUCHOE DA, Cui EY, Satija D, Heh V, et al
Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion in Donation After Cardiac and Brain Death Donation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:651-659.
PubMed Abstract available

TOMPKINS AK, Cooke DT, Backhus L, DiMaio JM, et al
Intersection of Race and Gender in the Cardiothoracic Workforce: Study of Representation and Salary.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:687-696.
PubMed Abstract available

CHO H, Kim JS, Kang Y, Sohn SH, et al
Impact of More Than 1 Distal Anastomosis on the Same Territory in 3-Vessel Disease Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:546-554.
PubMed Abstract available

VAN DEN EYNDE J, Jacquemyn X, Danford DA, Kutty S, et al
Optimal Shunt Type for Norwood Procedure: Predicted Adverse Impact of Discordant Surgical Approach.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:602-615.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN Q, Malas J, Bowdish ME, Chikwe J, et al
Centralized Static Ex Vivo Lung Perfusion in the United States.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:661-669.
PubMed Abstract available

SHAH SK, Khan AA, Basu S, Seder CW, et al
Minimally Invasive Pneumonectomy vs Open Pneumonectomy: Outcomes and Predictors of Conversion.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:634-642.
PubMed Abstract available

EISENBERG M, Deboever N, Hofstetter WL, Mehran RJ, et al
Pulmonary Surgical Margins for Metastatic Osteosarcoma: Is Negative Margin Enough?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:616-624.
PubMed Abstract available

February 2025

LIN A, Feng I, Zhao Y, Kurlansky P, et al
Increased Prevalence of Stroke After Heart Transplant in the New Allocation System Era.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Feb 28:S0003-4975(25)00172.
PubMed Abstract available

VERGE R, Rouch A, Rabinel P, Renaud C, et al
Evaluation of uncertain resection for localized non-small cell lung cancer: the crucial prognosis of suboptimal lymph node assessment.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Feb 27:S0003-4975(25)00170.
PubMed Abstract available

WOLFE S, Jagadeesan V, Wei L, Hayanga JW, et al
Surgical versus Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Patients 65 Years of Age and Older.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Feb 25:S0003-4975(25)00165.
PubMed Abstract available

KERBEL T, Wild MG, Hell MM, Herkner H, et al
Apical Access Management in Transapical Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Feb 25:S0003-4975(25)00164.
PubMed Abstract available

TOCHAROENCHOK T, Yap KH, Mueller B, Steve Fan CP, et al
The Association between Residual Lesion Score and Long-Term Outcomes of Congenital Cardiac Operations.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Feb 20:S0003-4975(25)00124.
PubMed Abstract available

HAYASHI Y, Ito T
Enhancing Graft Patency in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: Fluid Mechanics, Anastomotic Techniques, and Flow Dynamics.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Feb 19:S0003-4975(25)00122.
PubMed

LONG F, Zhou R
Goal-directed Perfusion Strategy During Pediatric Cardiac Operation: Further Detail to Enhance Its Clinical Applicability.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Feb 19:S0003-4975(25)00121.
PubMed

MAINWARING RD, Ma M, Maskatia S, Petrossian E, et al
Outcomes of 230 Patients Undergoing Surgical Repair of Anomalous Aortic Origin of a Coronary Artery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Feb 19:S0003-4975(25)00119.
PubMed Abstract available

NORMAN AV, Weber MP, El Moheb M, Wisniewski AM, et al
Ideal Timing of Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting after Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Feb 11:S0003-4975(25)00113.
PubMed Abstract available

GEORGE TJ, Squiers JJ, DiMaio JM, Banwait JK, et al
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting with Mitral Annuloplasty or Replacement for Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation in Medicare Beneficiaries.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Feb 8:S0003-4975(25)00106.
PubMed Abstract available

MERRILL WH, Prager RL
Harvey W. Bender Jr: Son of Texas, Gifted Surgeon, Inspiring Teacher, STSA and ACS President.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:485-490.
PubMed Abstract available

CROSINA J, Wright F, Irish J, Rashid M, et al
Long-Term Impact of Regionalization of Thoracic Oncology Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:460-469.
PubMed Abstract available

HUGHES GC, Chen EP, Browndyke JN, Szeto WY, et al
Neurocognitive Dysfunction After Short (<20 Minutes) Duration Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:343-350.
PubMed Abstract available

RESIO BJ, Tan KS, Skovgard M, Dycoco J, et al
Commission on Cancer Standards for Lymph Node Sampling and Oncologic Outcomes After Lung Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:308-315.
PubMed Abstract available

SALENGER R, Arora RC, Bracey A, D'Oria M, et al
Cardiac Surgical Bleeding, Transfusion, and Quality Metrics: Joint Consensus Statement by the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Cardiac Society and Society for the Advancement of Patient Blood Management.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:280-295.
PubMed Abstract available

SHAHIAN DM, Paone G, Habib RH, Krohn C, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Preoperative Beta Blocker Working Group Interim Report.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:476-484.
PubMed Abstract available

PERRY T, Cooper DS, Sweberg T, Jacobs ML, et al
Outcomes in Children Who Undergo Postcardiotomy Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation: A Report From the STS-CHSD.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:413-422.
PubMed Abstract available

HUANG L, Petersen RH
Impact of Margin Distance on Locoregional Recurrence and Survival After Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:316-324.
PubMed Abstract available

KOBAYASHI K, Da Fonseca Da Silva L, Murtuza B, Castro-Medina M, et al
Long-term Outcome After Repair of Transposition of the Great Arteries With Aortic Arch Obstruction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:406-412.
PubMed Abstract available

HAYANGA JWA, Luo X, Hasasna I, Rothenberg P, et al
Intersection of Race, Rurality, and Income in Defining Access to Minimally Invasive Lung Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:325-332.
PubMed Abstract available

January 2025

KAMTAM DN, Berry MF, Lin N, Kapula N, et al
The association of chylothorax with aggressiveness of lymph node management during pulmonary resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 31:S0003-4975(25)00086.
PubMed Abstract available

BRISCOE JB, Venna A, Mehta R, Park IH, et al
Outcomes After Tracheostomy in Patients Undergoing Congenital Heart Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 30:S0003-4975(25)00082.
PubMed Abstract available

FETCU S, Schaeffer T, Klawonn F, Rohlig C, et al
Impact of atretic aortic valve on systemic ventricular function after the Norwood procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 30:S0003-4975(25)00081.
PubMed Abstract available

PATEL SK, Badross MS, Dhingra NK, Moroney M, et al
Emerging Implications of Elevated Lipoprotein(a) Levels in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery: A Narrative Review.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 29:S0003-4975(25)00080.
PubMed Abstract available

WARRAICH N, Brown JA, Ashwat E, Kliner D, et al
Paravalvular Leak after Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation: Results from 3,600 patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 29:S0003-4975(25)00079.
PubMed Abstract available

CHOPKO TC, Afoke JN, Khan FW, Rowse PG, et al
Bioprosthetic valve fracture for transcatheter aortic valve-in-valve replacement: A systematic literature review.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 27:S0003-4975(25)00073.
PubMed Abstract available

AXTELL AL, Angeles C, McCarthy DP, Maloney JD, et al
Anastomotic Leak After Esophagectomy: Analysis of the STS General Thoracic Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 24:S0003-4975(25)00008.
PubMed Abstract available

AWTRY J, Vinholo TF, Cho M, Allen P, et al
Redo Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement versus Valve-in-Valve Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement for Degenerated Bioprosthetic Valves.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 21:S0003-4975(25)00070.
PubMed Abstract available

HAWKINS RB, Hamilton BCS, Sukul D, Deeb GM, et al
Increased Risk of Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement After Prior Transcatheter Versus Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement with Concomitant Valve Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 21:S0003-4975(25)00069.
PubMed Abstract available

SAKOWITZ S, Bakhtiyar SS, Mallick S, Pereira S, et al
Insurance-Based Disparities in Cardiac Allograft Vasculopathy Following Heart Transplantation Are Mediated by Care at High Volume Centers.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 21:S0003-4975(25)00072.
PubMed Abstract available

VYAS C, Wang P, Sun J, Logan R, et al
Long-Term Survival Following Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 17:S0003-4975(25)00015.
PubMed Abstract available

SALA A, Di Mauro M, Zancanaro E, Bargagna M, et al
Valve-sparing versus bio-Bentall aortic root replacement in patients aged 60-75 years: Survival, Reintervention and Aortic Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 17:S0003-4975(25)00017.
PubMed Abstract available

DAYAN V, Sabik JF 3rd, Ono M, Ruel M, et al
Multisociety Endorsement of the 2024 European Guideline Recommendations on Coronary Revascularization.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 10:S0003-4975(24)01007.
PubMed

ANTONOFF MB, Mitchell KG, Kim SS, Salfity HV, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) Clinical Practice Guideline on Surgical Management of Oligometastatic Non-small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 9:S0003-4975(24)00960.
PubMed Abstract available

JAGADEESAN V, Mehaffey JH, Kawsara MA, Chauhan D, et al
Transcatheter vs Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement in Medicare Beneficiaries with Aortic Stenosis and Coronary Artery Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025 Jan 4:S0003-4975(25)00002.
PubMed Abstract available

MEYER DM, Nayak A, Wood KL, Blumer V, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Intermacs 2024 Annual Report: Focus on Outcomes in Younger Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:34-58.
PubMed Abstract available

FATEHI HASSANABAD A, Rabbani M, Tam DY, Bisleri G, et al
Direct Implantation of Transcatheter Valve in Mitral Annular Calcification: A Multicenter Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:129-136.
PubMed Abstract available

DESAI ND, Vekstein A, Grau-Sepulveda M, O'Brien SM, et al
Development of a Novel Society of Thoracic Surgeons Aortic Surgery Mortality and Morbidity Risk Model.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:109-119.
PubMed Abstract available

HENN MC, Mokadam NA, Merritt RE, Ganapathi AM, et al
How We Solved the Shortage of Cardiothoracic Surgeons: Train More or Work Longer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:235-243.
PubMed Abstract available

JINDANI R, Olivera J, Rodriguez-Quintero JH, Friedmann P, et al
The Representation of Women Moderators at The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Annual Meeting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:227-234.
PubMed Abstract available

SELCUK A, Spurney C, Ozturk M, Haverty M, et al
Left Atrioventricular Valve Regurgitation After Atrioventricular Septal Defect Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:160-168.
PubMed Abstract available

HARADA T, Ando Y, Nakano T
Outcomes of Surgical Interrupted Aortic Arch Repair in 181 Patients With Biventricular Circulation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:152-159.
PubMed Abstract available

POLZL L, Thielmann M, Sterzinger P, Nagele F, et al
Sex-Specific Troponin and Creatine Kinase Thresholds After Coronary Bypass Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:120-128.
PubMed Abstract available

BLEIWEIS MS, Co-Vu J, Philip J, Fudge JC, et al
Comprehensive Approach to the Management of Patients With Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome: Analysis of 100 Consecutive Neonates.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:169-177.
PubMed Abstract available

BAUERLE WB, Hamlin S, Dubois S, Petrochko JM, et al
Impact of Liposomal Bupivacaine on Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocol for Lung Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:219-226.
PubMed Abstract available

MIMAE T, Miyata Y, Tsubokawa N, Kudo Y, et al
Omitting Lymph Node Dissection for Small Ground-Glass Opacity-Dominant Tumors.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2025;119:192-198.
PubMed Abstract available

December 2024

PASRIJA C, Debose-Scarlett A, Ragheb DK, Siddiqi HK, et al
The Safety and Late Hemodynamics of Donor Cardiac Undersizing in Heart Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 25:S0003-4975(24)01116.
PubMed Abstract available

PALANIAPPAN A, Bonnell LN, Blitzer D, Takayama H, et al
Renal Failure in Type A-Aortic Dissection Repair: The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 24:S0003-4975(24)01118.
PubMed Abstract available

GODOY LC, Fuster V, Razzouk L, Dangas G, et al
Causes of Death Following Coronary Revascularization in Patients with Diabetes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 24:S0003-4975(24)01119.
PubMed Abstract available

STUART CM, Mott NM, Bronsert MR, Randhawa SK, et al
The Association between Sociodemographic Factors and Delays to Minimally Invasive Surgery for Stage IA-IIIA Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 24:S0003-4975(24)01115.
PubMed Abstract available

PIZANO A, Mehmet Alagoz, Amodio C
Refining Perfusion Strategies in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: Evaluating the Impact of Goal-Directed Perfusion on AKI Reduction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 17:S0003-4975(24)01097.
PubMed

EDGERTON JR, Filardo G, Ogola GO, DiMaio JM, et al
Predictors of Transfusion for Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 16:S0003-4975(24)01094.
PubMed

MEHAFFEY JH, Jagadeesan V, Kawsara M, Hayanga JW, et al
Transcatheter versus Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement in Bicuspid Aortic Valves.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 9:S0003-4975(24)01044.
PubMed Abstract available

BADHWAR V, Raikar GV, Darehzereshki A, Mehaffey JH, et al
Robotic-Assisted Aortic Valve Replacement and Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 9:S0003-4975(24)01042.
PubMed Abstract available

ROSELLI EE, Kramer BP, Thompson MA, Ngauv J, et al
Modified-Bentall Single-Patch Konno Enlargement Technique for Aortic Stenosis and Prosthesis-Patient Mismatch.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 7:S0003-4975(24)01040.
PubMed Abstract available

LOSIGGIO R, Redaelli MB, Landoni G, Bellomo R, et al
Intravenous Amino-acid Infusion to Prevent Acute Kidney Injury after Cardiac Surgery: A Review of the Evidence.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 4:S0003-4975(24)01029.
PubMed Abstract available

SAWMA T, Schaff HV, Ommen SR, Dearani JA, et al
Management of mild or moderate calcific aortic valve disease in patients undergoing operation for subaortic obstruction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Dec 4:S0003-4975(24)01027.
PubMed Abstract available

ERGI DG, Klarich KW, Maleszewski JJ, Carney JA, et al
Cardiac Myxomas in Carney Complex: Single Institution Multidecade Experience.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1216-1223.
PubMed Abstract available

PASRIJA C, DeBose-Scarlett A, Siddiqi HK, DeVries SA, et al
Donation After Circulatory Death Cardiac Recovery Technique: Single-Center Observational Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1299-1307.
PubMed Abstract available

JOHN MM, Chodisetty S, Wilson HC, Nayi P, et al
Pulmonary Artery Banding and Arch Repair vs Norwood for Unbalanced Atrioventricular Canal Defect.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1262-1270.
PubMed Abstract available

YOSHIDA H, Shinkawa T, Yamagata A, Furuta A, et al
Long-term Outcomes of Surgical Repair for Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1279-1287.
PubMed Abstract available

LALA A, Louis C, Vervoort D, Iribarne A, et al
Clinical Trial Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Roadmap of the Cardiothoracic Surgical Trials Network.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1327-1337.
PubMed Abstract available

November 2024

ARORA V, Oyetunji S
Inquiry on Reintubation Reporting after Operating Room Extubation in Cardiac Surgery Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Nov 27:S0003-4975(24)01016.
PubMed

LANG M, Feirer N, Voss B, Geirsson A, et al
Mechanisms of repair failure after mitral valve repair using chordal replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Nov 26:S0003-4975(24)01015.
PubMed Abstract available

AL-THANI S, Nasar A, Villena-Vargas J, Chow O, et al
Does High Standard Uptake Value on Positron Emission Tomography Preclude Sublobar Resection in Stage IA Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Nov 13:S0003-4975(24)00957.
PubMed Abstract available

HADAYA J, Chervu NL, Ebrahimian S, Sanaiha Y, et al
Clinical Outcomes and Costs of Robotic-assisted versus Conventional Mitral Valve Repair: A National Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Nov 11:S0003-4975(24)00941.
PubMed Abstract available

ODEH A, Verm R, Park S, Swanson J, et al
Fragmented care, Commission on Cancer Accreditation and Overall Survival in Patients Receiving Surgery and Chemotherapy for Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Nov 11:S0003-4975(24)00940.
PubMed Abstract available

BROWNLEE SA, Hage A, Singh R, Sundt TM 3rd, et al
Hematocrit and Renal Failure in Aortic Arch Surgery: A Society of Thoracic Surgeons Database Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1021-1027.
PubMed Abstract available

WASEF K, D'etcheverry T, Hayanga JWA, Wei L, et al
Early Valve Surgery for Endocarditis After Acute Embolic Stroke.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1146-1153.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM SS, Mitzman B, Lui NS, Rochefort M, et al
Robotic Surgery in Thoracic Training Programs: A National Needs Assessment.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1154-1160.
PubMed Abstract available

STEPHENS EH, Dearani JA, Griffeth EM, Altarabsheh SEI, et al
Adult Congenital Heart Disease Transplantation: Does Univentricle Physiology Impact Early Mortality?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1088-1096.
PubMed Abstract available

CEDARS A, Jacobs ML, Gottlieb-Sen D, Jacobs JP, et al
Reoperations in Adolescents and Adults After Prior Arterial Switch Operation: The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Congenital Heart Surgery Database Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1080-1087.
PubMed Abstract available

RAM E, Lau C, Imielski BR, Dimagli A, et al
Risk of Pacemaker Implantation After Aortic Root Replacement With and Without Valve Preservation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:1028-1034.
PubMed Abstract available

October 2024

LONG F, Zhang Y, Luo M, Liu T, et al
Goal-directed perfusion to reduce acute kidney injury after pediatric cardiac surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 30:S0003-4975(24)00923.
PubMed Abstract available

JAGADEESAN V, Mehaffey JH, Darehzereshki A, Alharbi A, et al
Robotic Aortic Valve Replacement versus Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: A Propensity Matched Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 29:S0003-4975(24)00921.
PubMed Abstract available

KANG JK, Holmes SD, Rando HJ, Chinedozi ID, et al
Impact of Nighttime Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Staffing on Failure to Rescue and Revenue.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 29:S0003-4975(24)00922.
PubMed Abstract available

LANGER NB
Is it time for lung transplantation to step fully into the light?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 25:S0003-4975(24)00919.
PubMed

LI Z, Wu L, Wang C, Wang S, et al
Outcomes after neoadjuvant therapy with/without immunotherapy followed by pneumonectomy in non-small cell lung cancer patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 25:S0003-4975(24)00879.
PubMed Abstract available

D'ANDRILLI A, Marinucci BT, Ciccone AM, Ibrahim M, et al
CARINAL RECONSTRUCTION FOR LUNG CANCER AND AIRWAY TUMORS: LONG-TERM RESULTS.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 22:S0003-4975(24)00876.
PubMed Abstract available

GRANT MC, Arora RC
Avoiding the Things That Can Go Bump in The Night After Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 21:S0003-4975(24)00872.
PubMed

RICE D, Singhal S, Niemeyer E, Sarkaria I, et al
Intraoperative Molecular Imaging with Pafolacianine in Resection of Occult Pulmonary Malignancy in the ELUCIDATE trial.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 21:S0003-4975(24)00869.
PubMed Abstract available

KEUSKAMP D, Davies CE, Baker RA, Polkinghorne KR, et al
National outcomes of cardiac surgery in patients receiving kidney replacement therapy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 19:S0003-4975(24)00868.
PubMed Abstract available

ZAHEER S, Holmes SD, Rodriguez E, Winicki NM, et al
Factors Associated with Permanent Pacemaker Placement After Tricuspid Valve Operations.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 17:S0003-4975(24)00862.
PubMed Abstract available

LI X, Li Q, Yang F, Gao E, et al
Survival Outcomes of Neoadjuvant Therapy Followed by Sleeve Lobectomy in Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 17:S0003-4975(24)00863.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM SS, Cooke DT, Kidane B, Tapias LF, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Expert Consensus on the Multidisciplinary Management and Resectability of Locally Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 16:S0003-4975(24)00861.
PubMed Abstract available

GOLDBERG SW, Chalak C, Anderson BR, Elhoff J, et al
Outcomes in adult congenital heart disease patients with Down syndrome undergoing cardiac surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 12:S0003-4975(24)00857.
PubMed Abstract available

GANAPATHI AM, Bonnell LN, Bowdish ME, Jacobs JP, et al
Impact of Hospital Transfers on Cardiac Surgery Outcomes: A Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 8:S0003-4975(24)00841.
PubMed Abstract available

ROA-VIDAL N, Engelhardt KE
A Breath of Canned Air: Avoiding Home Oxygen after Pulmonary Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Oct 4:S0003-4975(24)00840.
PubMed

ROBINSON J, Karamlou T
Is Delaying Sternal Closure in Adults With Congenital Heart Disease an Effective Strategy?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:906-907.
PubMed

RUSCH VW
Sublobar Resection for Subsolid Lung Adenocarcinomas: How Much Margin Is Enough?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:810.
PubMed

GERACI TC, McCormack AJ, Cerfolio RJ
Discharging Patients Home With a Chest Tube and Digital System After Robotic Lung Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:811-816.
PubMed Abstract available

ABDELREHIM AA, Stephens EH, Pochettino A, Wittwer ED, et al
Delayed Sternal Closure vs Emergency Sternal Reopening in Adults With Congenital Heart Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:899-906.
PubMed Abstract available

KAMTAM DN, Berry MF, Lui NS, Satoyoshi M, et al
What Is an Adequate Margin During Sublobar Resection of
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:801-809.
PubMed Abstract available

KENT MS, Mitzman B, Diaz-Gutierrez I, Khullar OV, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Expert Consensus Document on the Management of Pleural Drains After Pulmonary Lobectomy: Expert Consensus Document.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:764-777.
PubMed Abstract available

SI H, Xu L, Zhao Y, Su H, et al
Spread Through Air Spaces in Residual Tumor Classification for Clinical IA Lung Adenocarcinoma.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:825-833.
PubMed Abstract available

WONG LY, Elliott IA, Liou DZ, Backhus LM, et al
Lepidic-Type Lung Adenocarcinomas: Is It Safe to Observe for Growth Before Treating?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:817-823.
PubMed Abstract available

REN J, Smith JA, Tian DH, Royse C, et al
Multiple-Arterial Grafting and Late Survival.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:966-967.
PubMed

GUPTA S, McEwen C, Eqbal A, Haller C, et al
Minimally Invasive Surgery for Congenital Heart Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:953-962.
PubMed Abstract available

September 2024

BROWN JA, Iyanna N, Yousef S, Donohue J, et al
The Natural History of Mitral Regurgitation after Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Sep 23:S0003-4975(24)00773.
PubMed Abstract available

HAYASHI Y, Shimamoto T, Numata S, Goto Y, et al
Clinical and angiographic outcomes of bilateral internal thoracic artery revascularization: in situ versus free grafts.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Sep 21:S0003-4975(24)00777.
PubMed Abstract available

O'CONNOR M, Well A, Fenrich A, Venardos NM, et al
Incidence and Outcomes of Iatrogenic Complete Atrioventricular Block After Congenital Heart Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Sep 12:S0003-4975(24)00766.
PubMed Abstract available

IGAUE S, Fujita T, Oguma J, Ishiyama K, et al
Long-term Survival in Esophageal Cancer: Comparison of Minimally Invasive and Open Esophagectomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Sep 12:S0003-4975(24)00768.
PubMed Abstract available

EMANI S, Donahue R, Callendar A, Ghebremichael M, et al
Thromboelastography - Guided Intraoperative Platelet Transfusion in Pediatric Heart Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Sep 12:S0003-4975(24)00767.
PubMed Abstract available

SHIN JH, Lee SH, Joo HC, Youn YN, et al
Long-Term Outcomes of Mitral Valve Repair for Atrial Functional Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Sep 12:S0003-4975(24)00764.
PubMed Abstract available

GRANT MC
Extubation After Cardiac Surgery: It's Better Early, If Often.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:699-700.
PubMed

KRANTZ SB, Su KW
More for More's Sake Alone? Completion Lobectomy in the Setting of Occult Nodal Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:663-664.
PubMed

GLINEUR D, Hanif H
Grafting Strategy for the Distal Anastomosis in Composite Grafts Is Paramount.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:595-596.
PubMed

BLACKMON SH
We Still Have So Far to Go.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:550-551.
PubMed

STEPHENS EH, Feins EN, Karamlou T, Anderson BR, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Clinical Practice Guidelines on the Management of Neonates and Infants With Coarctation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:527-544.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHAFF HV
Necessary and Unnecessary Steps in Septal Myectomy for Dynamic Subaortic Obstruction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:603-604.
PubMed

OLDS A, Hirji S, Castillo-Angeles M, Kane L, et al
Family Planning in Cardiothoracic Surgery: A Comparison Between Male and Female Surgeons.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:720-727.
PubMed Abstract available

WONG LY, Vila R, Lantz G, Doberne J, et al
Midterm Outcomes: A Comprehensive Approach to Surgery for Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:597-603.
PubMed Abstract available

OHYE RG
The Optimal Management of Congenitally Corrected Transposition of the Great Arteries: Does Righting Two Wrongs Make a Right Righter?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:642-643.
PubMed

ABOUL-HASSAN SS, Awad AK, Stankowski T, Perek B, et al
Impact of Incomplete Revascularization on Long-term Survival Based on Revascularization Strategy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:605-614.
PubMed Abstract available

MAINWARING RD, Felmly LM, Ho DY, Arunamata A, et al
Surgical Outcomes in Patients Undergoing a Double Switch Operation for Corrected Transposition.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:634-642.
PubMed Abstract available

ENOFE N, Tompkins A, Cooke DT, Freeman K, et al
A Report of Salaries of Academic Cardiothoracic Surgeons Based on Race and Ethnicity.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:569-578.
PubMed Abstract available

KUMAR A, Alam A, Flattery E, Dorsey M, et al
Bridge to Transplantation: Policies Impact Practices.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:552-563.
PubMed Abstract available

DIMAGLI A, Gaudino M
Advocating for Evidence: Data and Outcomes in Women Undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:747-748.
PubMed

MARTIN JL, Mack SJ, Rshaidat H, Collins ML, et al
Wedge Resection Outcomes: A Comparison of Video-Assisted and Robot-Assisted Wedge Resections.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:683-690.
PubMed Abstract available

August 2024

CHOI K, Altarabsheh SE, Saddoughi SA, Spencer PJ, et al
Impact of time of Day on Surgical Outcomes after Lung Transplantation (Night-time lung transplant).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 30:S0003-4975(24)00698.
PubMed Abstract available

BERRETTA P, Pitsis A, Bonaros N, Kempfert J, et al
Impact of Complex Anatomy and Patient Risk Profile in Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 30:S0003-4975(24)00699.
PubMed Abstract available

JAHANGIRI M, Thilaganathan B
Is Cardiac Surgery Safe During Pregnancy?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 29:S0003-4975(24)00696.
PubMed

BROWN LM, Bonnell L, Parsons N, Cooke DT, et al
Predictors of Discharge with Supplemental Oxygen after Lobectomy for Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 28:S0003-4975(24)00693.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN S, Pop A, Prasad Dasi L, George I, et al
Lifetime Management for Aortic Stenosis: Strategy and Decision Making in the Current Era.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 28:S0003-4975(24)00690.
PubMed Abstract available

HALKOS ME, Jonsson A, Badhwar V, Balkhy HH, et al
Developing Proficiency in Robotic Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 27:S0003-4975(24)00691.
PubMed Abstract available

MCALLISTER MA, Herrera-Zamora J, Barcelos RR, Leo R, et al
Left Upper Lobectomy versus Trisegmentectomy for Lung Cancer: A Propensity-Score Matched Comparison.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 26:S0003-4975(24)00684.
PubMed Abstract available

TONG BC, Bonnell LN, Habib RH, Shahian DM, et al
The STS 2024 Risk Models for Lung Cancer Resection: Continued Refinement and Improved Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 26:S0003-4975(24)00686.
PubMed Abstract available

KITAHARA H, Nisivaco S, Bhasin R, Hamzat I, et al
550 Robotic Totally Endoscopic Mitral Valve Surgeries within a Comprehensive Robotic Cardiac Program.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 24:S0003-4975(24)00685.
PubMed Abstract available

BROWNE A, Lee SF, Rubens F, Pan X, et al
Secondary Conduits in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 23:S0003-4975(24)00682.
PubMed Abstract available

WISNIEWSKI AM, Challa S, Strobel RJ, Norman AV, et al
Does Timing Matter? The Effect of Intensive Care Unit Arrival Timing on Elective Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 23:S0003-4975(24)00681.
PubMed Abstract available

ALABBADI S, Malas J, Chen Q, Cheng W, et al
Guidelines Versus Practice: Surgical Versus Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Adults < 60 Years.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 21:S0003-4975(24)00671.
PubMed Abstract available

CHIU P, Higgins HA, Baird CW
State of the Art Review: Aortic Valve Repair in Infants and Children.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 21:S0003-4975(24)00680.
PubMed Abstract available

MANENTI A, Pagnoni G, Coppi F
Deepening Redistribution of Blood Flow in "Y" Coronary Artery Bypass.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 20:S0003-4975(24)00674.
PubMed

RODRIGUEZ E, Smith R, Castro L, Baker CJ, et al
Ten-Year Follow-Up of Mitral Valve Replacement with the Epic Porcine Valve in a Medicare Population.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 13:S0003-4975(24)00649.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN Q, Malas J, Tam DY, Megna D, et al
Descending Thoracic and Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repairs - The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 13:S0003-4975(24)00648.
PubMed Abstract available

SHIGENO T, Okuno K, Ogo T, Fujiwara H, et al
Intraoperative recurrent laryngeal nerve monitoring for esophagectomy: A national cohort study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 10:S0003-4975(24)00646.
PubMed Abstract available

VEREVKIN A, Von Aspern K, Tolboom H, Gadelkarim I, et al
Total arterial multivessel minimally invasive coronary artery bypass surgery: 5-year outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 9:S0003-4975(24)00644.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHMITZ KT, Stephens EH, Dearani JA, Patlolla SH, et al
Is Cardiac Surgery Safe during Pregnancy? A 40-Year Single Institution Experience.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 6:S0003-4975(24)00641.
PubMed Abstract available

MAKKINEJAD A, Monaghan K, Chen SA, Wu X, et al
Aortic Annular Enlargement versus Isolated Aortic Valve Replacement in Patients with Matched Annulus.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 3:S0003-4975(24)00636.
PubMed Abstract available

CATTAPAN C, Jacobs JP, Bleiweis MS, Sarris GE, et al
Outcomes of Neonatal Cardiac Surgery: a European Congenital Heart Surgeons Association Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 3:S0003-4975(24)00637.
PubMed Abstract available

CHOI JW, Bishawi M, Zwischenberger B, Gaca J, et al
Outcomes of Leaflet Resection versus Chordal Replacement for Degenerative Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Aug 3:S0003-4975(24)00638.
PubMed Abstract available

OVERMAN DM
Precision Sizing of Shunts in Norwood: Wouldn't That Be Nice?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:467-468.
PubMed

SHOU BL, Kalra A, Zhou AL, Barbur I, et al
Impact of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Bridging Duration on Lung Transplant Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:496-503.
PubMed Abstract available

NAUNHEIM KS
Perspectives on a Presidential Address.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:314-317.
PubMed

TOMPKINS AK, Cooke DT, Merrill W, DiMaio JM, et al
Shatter the Ceiling: Equal Pay in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:523-524.
PubMed

SWISTEL DG, Massera D, Stepanovic A, Adlestein E, et al
Mitral Leaflet Shortening as an Ancillary Procedure in Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:440-448.
PubMed Abstract available

RAGA L, Heydarian H, Winlaw D, Zang H, et al
Precision in Norwood Shunt Sizing: Single Ventricle Reconstruction Trial Public Dataset Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:459-467.
PubMed Abstract available

ZAMPI JD, Sower CT, Lancaster TS, Sood V, et al
Hybrid Interventions in Congenital Heart Disease: A Review of Current Practice and Rationale for Use.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:329-337.
PubMed Abstract available

BAKHTIYAR SS, Sakowitz S, Benharash P
Heart-Liver Transplantation in Adults With Congenital Heart Disease: Reflections on National Trends.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:522-523.
PubMed

CALHOON J
3 Score and More: A Personal Reflection of Over 60 Years in or Around Thoracic Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:352-357.
PubMed

MILLER JC, Velani RN, Miller WD, Thomas AS, et al
Long-term Outcomes After Interrupted Aortic Arch Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:469-477.
PubMed Abstract available

KWON YIC, Hashmi ZA
National Trends in Combined Heart-Liver Transplantation: 1990-2023.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:521-522.
PubMed

DAI J, Sun F, Bao M, Cao J, et al
Pulmonary Function Recovery and Displacement Patterns After Anatomic Segmentectomy vs Lobectomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:365-374.
PubMed Abstract available

CAMPISI A, Dell'Amore A, Faccioli E, Fang W, et al
A Multicenter Retrospective Case-Control Study on Simple vs Extended Sleeve Lobectomies.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:375-383.
PubMed Abstract available

WAN S, Shen Z, Hu S, Zhang L, et al
Spread Through Air Spaces in Stage I Pulmonary Large Cell Neuroendocrine Carcinoma.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:385-393.
PubMed Abstract available

July 2024

BANDO K
Risk Model for Isolated Tricuspid Valve Surgery: Pivotal Step for Defining Appropriate Indication, Patient Selection and Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jul 31:S0003-4975(24)00588.
PubMed

CHOI K, Schaff HV, Villavicencio MA, Dearani JA, et al
Effect of preoperative clopidogrel on outcomes of isolated coronary artery bypass graft.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jul 25:S0003-4975(24)00582.
PubMed Abstract available

CLAUS I, Giebels C, Ehrlich T, Schafers HJ, et al
Aortic root remodeling in the tricuspid aortic valve.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jul 23:S0003-4975(24)00579.
PubMed Abstract available

BILGILI A, Brinkley L, Sharaf OM, Brennan Z, et al
Longitudinal Cognitive and Motor Delay after Pediatric Heart Transplantation and Associated Survival.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jul 22:S0003-4975(24)00577.
PubMed Abstract available

MAKKINEJAD A, Satija D, Monaghan K, Kim K, et al
The Impact of Bicuspid Aortic Valve on Long-term Outcomes After Bioprosthetic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jul 19:S0003-4975(24)00575.
PubMed Abstract available

JAMEIE M, Valinejad K, Pashang M, Jameie M, et al
Impact of multi-arterial revascularization on long-term major adverse cardiovascular events after coronary bypass in 23,798 patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jul 13:S0003-4975(24)00570.
PubMed Abstract available

GERDISCH MW, Johns CM, Barksdale A, Parikshak M, et al
Rigid Sternal Fixation and Enhanced Recovery for Opioid-free Analgesia After Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jul 12:S0003-4975(24)00568.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN S, Zeigler S
Safe Implantation of a Bovine Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve in a Patient with Alpha-Gal Allergy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jul 10:S0003-4975(24)00569.
PubMed Abstract available

EDGERTON JR, Filardo G, Pollock BD, da Graca B, et al
Risk of Transfusion in Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Graft: Models developed from the STS Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jul 5:S0003-4975(24)00542.
PubMed Abstract available

LU R, Dismorr M, Hertzberg D, Glaser N, et al
Early creatinine changes after aortic valve replacement and late survival, heart failure and chronic kidney disease in a national registry.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jul 4:S0003-4975(24)00541.
PubMed Abstract available

GUYTON RA
A Class I Recommendation for Multiple Arterial Grafts?-Not Yet!
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:116-118.
PubMed

RUSCH VW
Surgical Resection for Pleural Mesothelioma: Is It All About Patient Selection?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:223-224.
PubMed

PLATZ JJ, Bryan DS, Naunheim KS, Ferguson MK, et al
Chatbot Reliability in Managing Thoracic Surgical Clinical Scenarios.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:275-281.
PubMed Abstract available

NAKAMURA A, Hashimoto M, Kuroda A, Matsumoto S, et al
Impact of Operation on Disease Progression and Survival of Patients With Pleural Mesothelioma.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:216-223.
PubMed Abstract available

WU Z, Wu M
Multimodal Analgesic Strategy for Thoracoscopic Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:287.
PubMed

XUE FS, Li CW, Luo X
Comparing Analgesic Efficacy of Paravertebral and Epidural Blocks After Thoracoscopic Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:286-287.
PubMed

FERRARIS VA
Reducing Postoperative Complications Related to Air Leaks-Is the Goddard Score the Answer?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:239-240.
PubMed

KAGIMOTO A, Ishida M, Mimura T
Significance of the Goddard Score in Predicting Complications Related to Air Leak After Lobectomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:233-239.
PubMed Abstract available

GERSHMAN E, Azem K, Heesen P, Pertzov B, et al
Amplatzer Occluders for Effective Nonsurgical Management of Bronchopleural Fistulae.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:225-232.
PubMed Abstract available

WINDER MM, Schwartz S, Buckley JR, Fogg KL, et al
Optimal Fat-Modified Diet Duration for the Treatment of Postoperative Chylothorax in Children.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;118:181-187.
PubMed Abstract available

June 2024

BRLECIC PE, Hogan KJ, Treffalls JA, Sylvester CB, et al
Safety of Early Discharge After Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: A Nationwide Readmissions Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 29:S0003-4975(24)00537.
PubMed Abstract available

VELOTTA JB, Seder CW, Bonnell L, Hayanga JA, et al
2024 Update of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Short-Term Esophagectomy Risk Model: More Inclusive and Improved Calibration.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 29:S0003-4975(24)00535.
PubMed Abstract available

PEZZATO S, Licht DJ
The higher you climb, the more that you see: National stroke outcomes after neonatal cardiac surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 27:S0003-4975(24)00534.
PubMed

ALICUBEN ET, Kim AW
Moving beyond just panning for esophagectomy gold.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 27:S0003-4975(24)00536.
PubMed

GRIFFETH EM, Stephens EH, Burchill LJ, Johnson JN, et al
Risk of Cardiac Reoperation: An Analysis of The STS Congenital Heart Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 25:S0003-4975(24)00520.
PubMed Abstract available

CHEN Q, Catarino P
Donation after Circulatory Death Heart Transplantation - Where Do We Go from Here ?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 21:S0003-4975(24)00518.
PubMed

HOLST K, Becker T, Magruder JT, Yadav P, et al
Beyond Static Planning: Computational Predictive Modeling to Avoid Coronary Artery Occlusion in TAVR.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 18:S0003-4975(24)00475.
PubMed Abstract available

SANDNER S, Kurlansky P
Complete Revascularization Remains the Gold Standard in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 14:S0003-4975(24)00472.
PubMed

TEMAN NR, Strobel RJ, Bonnell LN, Preventza O, et al
Operating Room Extubation for Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A National STS Database Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 13:S0003-4975(24)00462.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHWANN AN, Jaffe LM, Givertz MM, Wood KL, et al
Early Initiation of Guideline Directed Medical Therapy for Heart Failure Following Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 13:S0003-4975(24)00463.
PubMed Abstract available

FRANKEL WC, Robinson JA, Roselli EE, Unai S, et al
Lifetime Management of Adolescents and Young Adults with Congenital Aortic Valve Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 11:S0003-4975(24)00461.
PubMed Abstract available

NOBEL TB, Tan KS, Adusumilli PS, Bains MS, et al
Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Segmentectomy for Occult Node-Positive Clinical Stage IA Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 10:S0003-4975(24)00448.
PubMed Abstract available

WONG LY, Dale R, Kapula N, Elliott IA, et al
Impacts of Positive Margins and Surgical Extent on Outcomes after Early-Stage Lung Cancer Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 10:S0003-4975(24)00460.
PubMed Abstract available

KANG Y, Kim JS, Sohn SH, Hwang HY, et al
Competitive Flow of Terminal Anastomosis to Right Coronary Territory in "Y" Coronary Artery Bypass.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 6:S0003-4975(24)00443.
PubMed Abstract available

GRASER M, Bleiziffer S, Zittermann A, Mayr B, et al
Impact of patient-prosthesis mismatch on long-term outcomes after aortic valve replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 6:S0003-4975(24)00442.
PubMed Abstract available

FIORINA C
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Nonagenarians: Feasibility or Futility?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 5:S0003-4975(24)00447.
PubMed

BOLMAN RM, Zilla P, Beyersdorf F, Boateng P, et al
Making a Difference: 5 Years of Cardiac Surgery Intersociety Alliance (CSIA).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 4:S0003-4975(24)00336.
PubMed Abstract available

ANGELOS P, Taylor LJ, Roggin K, Schwarze ML, et al
Decision-Making in Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1087-1094.
PubMed Abstract available

OWN A, Kiankhooy A
Not If But How to Occlude the Left Atrial Appendage; That Is the Question.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1237.
PubMed

MACIVER RH, Overman DM
Inspiris Resilia Valve in the Pulmonary Position: Modify or Abandon?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1211.
PubMed

LIM SK, Kim CH, Choi KH, Ahn JH, et al
A Comparative Study of Thoracoscopic Left Atrial Appendage Clipping vs Stapled Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1230-1236.
PubMed Abstract available

GIOUTSOS K, Ehrenreich L, Azenha LF, Quapp CS, et al
Randomized Controlled Trial of Thresholds for Drain Removal After Anatomic Lung Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1103-1109.
PubMed Abstract available

RAGHEB DK, Martin E, Jaggi A, Lui GK, et al
Short- and Mid-Term Results of Pulmonary Valve Replacement with the Inspiris Valve.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1203-1210.
PubMed Abstract available

YANG F, Sun K, Li F, Li X, et al
The Prognostic Impact of Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Mutation in Clinical Stage I Lung Adenocarcinoma.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1111-1119.
PubMed Abstract available

RAO A, Shih E, Szeto W, Atluri P, et al
Re-repair for mitral insufficiency.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jun 1:S0003-4975(24)00439.
PubMed Abstract available

May 2024

BRESCIA AA, Groskurth JD, Murphy ET, Hawkins RB, et al
Increasing Adoption of Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion in Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 30:S0003-4975(24)00397.
PubMed Abstract available

BOU-SAMRA P, Kennedy GT, Chang A, Guo E, et al
Phase 2 Trial of VGT-309: Cathepsin-Based Near-Infrared Probe for Intraoperative Molecular Imaging.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 30:S0003-4975(24)00396.
PubMed Abstract available

FAATEH M, Kulshrestha K, Ahmed HF, Lehenbauer D, et al
The Burden of Stroke in Neonates Undergoing Congenital Heart Surgery: A Large Multicenter Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 28:S0003-4975(24)00388.
PubMed Abstract available

BAKHTIYAR SS, Sakowitz S, Mallick S, Curry J, et al
Heart Transplantation following Donation after Circulatory Death: Early United States Experience.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 28:S0003-4975(24)00390.
PubMed Abstract available

HONJO O, Chetan D, Fan CS, Kadowaki S, et al
Surgical Melody Mitral Valve: A Paradigm Shift for Infants with Unrepairable Mitral Valve Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 27:S0003-4975(24)00384.
PubMed Abstract available

BRESCIA AA, Wagner CM, Meldrum DE, Watt TMF, et al
Risk of Pacemaker Implantation After Degenerative Mitral and Concomitant Tricuspid Valve Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 25:S0003-4975(24)00385.
PubMed Abstract available

SHARAF OM, Bilgili A, Brennan Z, Treffalls JA, et al
Pediatric Heart Transplantation Over 36 Years and Contemporary Volume-Outcome Analysis of UNOS.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 20:S0003-4975(24)00377.
PubMed Abstract available

JUAREZ-CASSO FM, Singh M, Lewis BR, Sandhu GS, et al
Long-term Stroke and Mortality Risk in Nonagenarians Following Transcatheter Aortic Valve Insertion.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 17:S0003-4975(24)00372.
PubMed Abstract available

SHAW FR, Kogon B, Chen J, Mitchell MB, et al
Mitral Valve Replacement in Infants and Children: Five Year Outcomes of the HALO Clinical Trial.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 13:S0003-4975(24)00365.
PubMed Abstract available

LAPENNA E, Gramegna F, Del Forno B, Scarale MG, et al
Long-term results of clover and edge-to-edge leaflet repair for complex tricuspid regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 13:S0003-4975(24)00364.
PubMed Abstract available

MAGRUDER JT, Thourani VH
Doing well for those who do well: Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement in Bicuspid Aortic Valve Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 10:S0003-4975(24)00367.
PubMed

RUSCH VW
Wedge Resection Versus Segmentectomy for Clinical Stage IA Non-small Cell Lung Cancer: Are They Truly Oncologically Equivalent?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 9:S0003-4975(24)00359.
PubMed

THOURANI VH, Bonnell L, Wyler von Ballmoos MC, Mehaffey JH, et al
Outcomes of Isolated Tricuspid Valve Surgery: A Society of Thoracic Surgeons Analysis and Risk Model.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 May 7:S0003-4975(24)00339.
PubMed Abstract available

SZETO WY
Sixtieth Annual Meeting, The Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1062-1064.
PubMed

LARSON EL, Sangalang J, Chinedozi I, Yang S, et al
Preparing for a Cardiothoracic Surgery Career: Opportunities for Undergraduate and Medical Students.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:883-886.
PubMed

HALUB M, Soltesz EG, Tong MZ, Bakaeen FG, et al
Early Mechanical Support and Revascularization in Ischemic Cardiomyopathy: Premature or Prudent?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:940-941.
PubMed

SINGH SK, Vinogradsky A, Kirschner M, Sun J, et al
Mechanical Circulatory Support During Surgical Revascularization for Ischemic Cardiomyopathy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:932-939.
PubMed Abstract available

HOSSEINI M, Griffeth EM, Schaff HV, Klompas AM, et al
Analysis of Anemia, Transfusions, and CABG Outcomes in The Society of Thoracic Surgeons National Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1053-1060.
PubMed Abstract available

LUC JGY, Norton EL, Castro-Varela A, Russell JL, et al
Role of the m-Index in Leveling the Playing Field.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1068-1069.
PubMed

BELLI E
Konno-Rastan: Study the Past If You Would Define the Future.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:982.
PubMed

GRIFFETH EM, Dearani JA, Hassler KR, Todd A, et al
Late Outcomes of Konno-Rastan and Modified Konno for Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:973-981.
PubMed Abstract available

SUZUKI Y, Sanchez PG
Risk of Wound Complications With Proning After Lung Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1066-1067.
PubMed

HARADA T, Nakano T, Ando Y, Hashimoto J, et al
Sutureless Repair of Extracardiac Univentricular Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Connection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:990-997.
PubMed Abstract available

BLEIWEIS MS, Stukov Y, Sharaf OM, Fricker FJ, et al
An Analysis of 186 Transplants for Pediatric or Congenital Heart Disease: Impact of Pretransplant VAD.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:1035-1043.
PubMed Abstract available

April 2024

WILLARD R, Scheinerman J, Pupovac S, Patel NC, et al
The Current State of Hybrid Coronary Revascularization.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 25:S0003-4975(24)00299.
PubMed Abstract available

MEDINA MG, Malaisrie SC
Bonanza of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Explants Contribute to Surgeon Misery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 23:S0003-4975(24)00298.
PubMed

JUAREZ-CASSO FM, Cangut B, King KS, Lee AT, et al
Hemodynamic Comparison of the On-X and Top Hat Mechanical Aortic Valve Prostheses.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 16:S0003-4975(24)00287.
PubMed Abstract available

ZWISCHENBERGER BA, Gaca JG, Haney JC, Carr K, et al
Late Outcomes of Porcine and Pericardial Bioprostheses after Mitral Valve Replacement in 1162 Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 15:S0003-4975(24)00286.
PubMed Abstract available

FERNANDEZ-CISNEROS A, Feins E, Newburger J, Sekhavat S, et al
RE-REPAIR AFTER TRANSLOCATION OF AN ANOMALOUS LEFT CORONARY ARTERY.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 13:S0003-4975(24)00282.
PubMed Abstract available

TAM DY, Kiankhooy A
An essential update but are the 2023 Surgical Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation Guidelines enough?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 13:S0003-4975(24)00283.
PubMed

SHAHZAD MH, Spicer JD, Rusch VW, Kneuertz PJ, et al
Perioperative Immunotherapy for Node-Negative Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer - Current Evidence and Future Directions.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 13:S0003-4975(24)00280.
PubMed Abstract available

RUCKER AJ, D'Amico TA, Pappas TN
Ivor Lewis Esophagectomy and the Care of Humphrey Bogart's Mid-Esophageal Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 12:S0003-4975(24)00278.
PubMed Abstract available

BACKER CL, Dearani JA, Karamlou T, Pasquali SK, et al
Clarifications and Questions on the Volume Issue in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 11:S0003-4975(24)00262.
PubMed

MAZINE A, Ouzounian M
Optimizing Aortic Valve Replacement via the Hawthorne Effect.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 10:S0003-4975(24)00261.
PubMed

DO-NGUYEN CC, Sturmer DL, Hawkins RB, Yang G, et al
Near Infrared Spectroscopy and Acute Kidney Injury Among Adult Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 9:S0003-4975(24)00257.
PubMed

GREGORIO P, Bermudez CA
Early Tracheostomy in lung transplantation: Delaying may be the enemy of progress.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 5:S0003-4975(24)00255.
PubMed

BOWDISH ME, Habib RH, Kaneko T, Thourani VH, et al
Cardiac Surgery after Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Trends and Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 3:S0003-4975(24)00254.
PubMed Abstract available

SABIK JF 3RD, Mehaffey JH, Badhwar V, Ruel M, et al
Multiarterial vs Single-Arterial Coronary Surgery: 10-Year Follow-up of 1 Million Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:780-788.
PubMed Abstract available

PENG DM, Davies RR, Simpson KE, Shugh SB, et al
Seventh Annual Society of Thoracic Surgeons Pedimacs Report.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:690-703.
PubMed Abstract available

BLASBERG JD, Li A
Evening the Odds: Making 1 + 1 = 2 for Bilobectomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:874-875.
PubMed

PERDOMO D, Pebworth R, Lawton JS, Kilic A, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Looking to the Future Scholarship Program: A 15-Year Review.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:866-872.
PubMed Abstract available

ANDERSON S, Reck Dos Santos P, Langlais B, Campany M, et al
Lung Transplant Outcomes for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis: Are We Improving?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:820-827.
PubMed Abstract available

ZHOU AL, Karius AK, Ruck JM, Shou BL, et al
Outcomes of Lung Transplant Candidates Aged >/=70 Years During the Lung Allocation Score Era.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024;117:725-732.
PubMed Abstract available

MEHAFFEY JH, Kawsara M, Jagadeesan V, Chauhan D, et al
Atrial Fibrillation Management During Surgical vs Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Apr 1:S0003-4975(24)00250.
PubMed Abstract available

March 2024

KUMAR SR, Gaynor JW, Heuerman H, Mayer JE Jr, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Congenital Heart Surgery Database: 2023 Update on Outcomes and Research.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Mar 22:S0003-4975(24)00202.
PubMed Abstract available

FERRARIS VA
Venous Thromboembolism as Postoperative Complication Following Lung Cancer Operations.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Mar 15:S0003-4975(24)00188.
PubMed

TOWE CW, Grau-Sepulveda MV, Hartwig MG, Kang L, et al
STS Database Analysis: Comparing Sublobar Techniques in Stage IA Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Mar 15:S0003-4975(24)00191.
PubMed Abstract available

KIM ME, Baskar S, Janson CM, Chandler SF, et al
Epidemiology of Postoperative Junctional Ectopic Tachycardia in Infants Undergoing Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Mar 12:S0003-4975(24)00185.
PubMed Abstract available

February 2024

PASQUALI SK, O'Brien SM, Shahian DM, Romano JC, et al
Association Between Past and Present Operative Mortality in Congenital Heart Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Feb 22:S0003-4975(24)00122.
PubMed Abstract available

ALDERETE IS, Nakata K, Hartwig MG
Overcoming Hesitancy: Embracing Extended Sleeve Lobectomy for Advanced Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Feb 16:S0003-4975(24)00120.
PubMed

INOUE T, Takahashi H, Kurahashi K, Yoshimoto A, et al
Incidence of acute thrombosis after surgical left atrial appendage occlusion for atrial fibrillation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Feb 13:S0003-4975(24)00113.
PubMed Abstract available

DUNNE EG, Fick CN, Isbell JM, Chaft JE, et al
The Emerging Role of Immunotherapy in Resectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Feb 3:S0003-4975(24)00080.
PubMed Abstract available

January 2024

ZINYANDU T, Knight JH, Thomas AS, Claxton J, et al
Long-term Outcomes Post Surgical Intervention for Congenital Supravalvar Aortic Stenosis in Children.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jan 30:S0003-4975(24)00076.
PubMed Abstract available

WYLER VON BALLMOOS MC, Hui DS, Mehaffey JH, Malaisrie SC, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons 2023 Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Surgical Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jan 27:S0003-4975(24)00057.
PubMed Abstract available

ELGHARABLY H, Unai S, Pettersson GB
Sutureless Prosthesis for Prosthetic Aortic Valve Endocarditis: Time to put Brakes on a Speedy Bus?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jan 27:S0003-4975(24)00070.
PubMed

FONG AJ, Reich H, Mirocha J, Wong A, et al
Disparities and Underutilization of Surgery for Early Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jan 26:S0003-4975(24)00067.
PubMed Abstract available

AXTELL AL, Gaissert HA, Bao X, Auchincloss HG, et al
Predictors of Venous Thromboembolism after Lung Cancer Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jan 25:S0003-4975(24)00014.
PubMed Abstract available

MARTINS RS, Razi SS, Alnajar A, Poulikidis K, et al
Neoadjuvant versus Adjuvant Chemoimmunotherapy for Stage II-IIIB Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jan 19:S0003-4975(24)00013.
PubMed Abstract available

POTTER AL, Senthil P, Keshwani A, McCleery S, et al
Long-term Survival After Lung Cancer Resection in the National Lung Screening Trial.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jan 10:S0003-4975(24)00004.
PubMed Abstract available

OGAMI T, Dufendach KA, Imran M, Thoma FW, et al
Midterm Outcomes after Aortic Valve Neocuspidization (Ozaki procedure) in Adults.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jan 10:S0003-4975(24)00003.
PubMed Abstract available

MIMAE T, Miyata Y, Tsubokawa N, Shimada Y, et al
Sublobar resection in early non-small cell lung cancer with epidermal growth factor receptor mutant.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jan 8:S0003-4975(24)00002.
PubMed Abstract available

KNEUERTZ PJ, Ferrari-Light D, Altorki NK
Sublobar Resection vs Lobectomy for Stage IA Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma-Takeaways From Modern Randomized Trials.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2024 Jan 5:S0003-4975(24)00001.
PubMed Abstract available

December 2023

LIANG LC, Mei JD
New predictive model of peri-operative atrial fibrillation for thoracic surgery is needed.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Dec 23:S0003-4975(23)01303.
PubMed

November 2023

WU Z, Wang Q, Wu C, Wu C, et al
Paravertebral vs Epidural Anesthesia for Video-assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery: A Randomized Trial.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:1006-1012.
PubMed Abstract available

YUN T, Zhang Y, Liu A, Qin Y, et al
Randomized Trial of Modified Chest Tube Placement vs Routine Placement After Lung Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:1013-1019.
PubMed Abstract available

NORTON EL, Castro-Varela A, Figueredo J, Do-Nguyen CC, et al
Academic Rank and Productivity Among United States Cardiothoracic Surgeons.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:1091-1097.
PubMed Abstract available

ROSENSTEIN AL, Potter AL, Senthil P, Raman V, et al
The Role of Salvage Resection After Definitive Radiation Therapy for Non-small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:997-1003.
PubMed Abstract available

ASIJA R, Singh R, Paneitz DC, Wolfe SB, et al
Is Transplantation With Coronavirus Disease 2019-Positive Donor Lungs Safe? A US Nationwide Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:1046-1054.
PubMed Abstract available

DIAZ-CASTRILLON CE, Viegas M, Castro-Medina M, Punu K, et al
Pulmonary Homograft vs Handmade Polytetrafluoroethylene-Valved Conduits After the Ross Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:980-986.
PubMed Abstract available

CARVAJAL HG, Canter MW, Wan F, Eghtesady P, et al
Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome With Low Birth Weight or Prematurity: What Is the Optimal Approach?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:988-995.
PubMed Abstract available

CHAN EG, Pan G, Clifford S, Hyzny EJ, et al
Postoperative Acute Kidney Injury and Long-Term Outcomes After Lung Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:1056-1062.
PubMed Abstract available

MARIANI S, Schaefer AK, van Bussel BCT, Di Mauro M, et al
On-Support and Postweaning Mortality in Postcardiotomy Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:1079-1089.
PubMed Abstract available

DEJA MA, Malinowski M, Widenka K, Stozynski N, et al
Comparison of Repair vs Replacement in Calcific and Rheumatic Mitral Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:954-961.
PubMed Abstract available

WHITTAKER G, Ghita IA, Taylor M, Salmasi MY, et al
Current Status of Simulation in Thoracic Surgical Training.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:1107-1115.
PubMed Abstract available

ZHOU N, Niu J, Nelson D, Feldman HA, et al
Surgical Approach and Persistent Opioid Use in Medicare Patients Undergoing Lung Cancer Resection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023;116:1020-1027.
PubMed Abstract available

September 2023

SHAH AM, Almomani AA, Sako EJ, Hui DS, et al
Surgical and Transcatheter Mitral Valve Therapy: Medicare Utilization and Reimbursement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Sep 21:S0003-4975(23)00965.
PubMed Abstract available

SPIES CS, Ochoa TN, Pontula A, Harris CS, et al
With Comparable Outcomes, Should Early Stage Lung Cancer Be A Contraindication to Lung Transplant?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Sep 11:S0003-4975(23)00934.
PubMed Abstract available

August 2023

JASINSKI MJ, Joshua M, Wenzel-Jasinska I
Aortic Annuloplasty debate is still ongoing- : "oldies but goldies...sometimes".
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Aug 25:S0003-4975(23)00911.
PubMed

HILL MA, Engelhardt KE
Beyond Borders: Reevaluating Segmentectomy as a Viable Option for Early Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer with Visceral Pleural Invasion.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Aug 1:S0003-4975(23)00815.
PubMed

July 2023

DESAI ND, Kelly JJ, Iyengar A, Zhao Y, et al
Midterm Results of an Algorithmic Three-Pronged Approach to Bicuspid Aortic Valve Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Jul 28:S0003-4975(23)00799.
PubMed Abstract available

MATHEY-ANDREWS C, Abruzzo AR, Venkateswaran S, Potter AL, et al
Segmentectomy vs. Lobectomy for Early Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer with Visceral Pleural Invasion.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Jul 5:S0003-4975(23)00684.
PubMed Abstract available

June 2023

MURILLO AD, Kratz JR
PET Standardized Uptake Value May Influence Surgical Planning For Clinical Stage IA Non- Small Cell Lung Cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Jun 25:S0003-4975(23)00619.
PubMed

ZAID S, Hirji SA, Bapat VN, Denti P, et al
Surgical Explantation of Failed Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Jun 22:S0003-4975(23)00612.
PubMed Abstract available

SCHWANN TA, Vekstein AM, Engelman DT, Thibault D, et al
Long Term Outcomes and Anticoagulation in Mitral Valve Surgery - A Report from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Jun 10:S0003-4975(23)00585.
PubMed Abstract available

May 2023

IYENGAR A, Song C, Weingarten N, Rekhtman D, et al
Prosthesis Choice in Dialysis Patients Undergoing Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 May 26:S0003-4975(23)00509.
PubMed Abstract available

April 2023

KULSHRESTHA K, Morales DLS
Good things come to those who wait: Single-institution post-heart transplant outcomes after VAD.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Apr 21:S0003-4975(23)00403.
PubMed

TAPIAS LF, Shen R, Cassivi SD, Reisenauer JS, et al
Impact of FDG PET standardized uptake value in resected clinical stage IA non-small cell lung cancer.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Apr 18:S0003-4975(23)00394.
PubMed Abstract available

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