The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Feb 2016
Improved outcomes with the comprehensive stage 2 procedure after an initial hybrid stage 1.
To report our improving institutional experience with the hybrid alternative surgical strategy for the management of hypoplastic left heart syndrome, in which hybrid stage 1 is followed by a comprehensive stage 2 procedure (removal of patent ductus arteriosus stent and pulmonary artery [PA] bands, aorta and PA reconstruction, Damus-Kaye-Stansel, atrial septectomy, Glenn). ⋯ Despite the technical challenges of the comprehensive stage 2 procedure, excellent outcomes are attainable. Experience coupled with an internal quality review drove the implementation of a successful perioperative management protocol.
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Feb 2016
Editorial Biography Historical ArticleHistorical perspectives of The American Association for Thoracic Surgery: William Elias Adams, MD (May 1, 1902-November 25, 1973).