The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · May 2017
Editorial Retraction Of PublicationAdvanced thoracoscopy: What is the critical information in case reports and how do we achieve the next level?
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · May 2017
Comparative StudyCurrent outcomes of one-stage surgical correction for Berry syndrome.
Berry syndrome is a combination of distal aortopulmonary window (APW), aortic origin of the right pulmonary artery (RPA), intact ventricular septum, and interrupted aortic arch. We present here our current experience of primary repair of this syndrome with the goal of optimizing treatment for this rare condition. ⋯ One-stage repair of Berry syndrome has achieved acceptable outcomes. Reoperations mainly are related to aortic or RPA stenosis, and the reoperation rate is higher when RPA arterioplasty is performed with an aortic cuff.
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J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · May 2017
EditorialAATS 2016 Ethics Forum: Working virtues in surgical practice.
Moral virtues are the complement to ethical principles. They constitute the elements of character that drive habits and daily routines. Certain virtues are especially important in surgery, shaping surgical practice even when no big decisions are at hand. Eight virtues are described and the work they do is explored: trustworthiness, equanimity, empathy, advocacy, compassion, courage, humility, and hope.