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We are proud to recognize the contributions of #ASNM members Donald Crammond and Jeffrey Balzer PhD to a pivotal study recently published in the European Spine Journal. Their research details the use of somatosensory evoked potential (SSEP) changes in predicting perioperative neurological injury in pediatric idiopathic scoliosis correction surgery. 📚 Study Highlights: The study reviewed data on 3778 pediatric patients with idiopathic scoliosis undergoing correction with intraoperative neuromonitoring (#IONM). Among their findings was that transient and persistent SSEP changes had specificities of 96.8% and 99.1%, and diagnostic odds ratio of 16.6 and 59, respectively. This significant work underscores the importance of SSEP monitoring to enhance surgical outcomes in pediatric scoliosis fusion surgery. We urge our community members with access to read the article for a comprehensive understanding of these findings. For those who do not have access, please feel free to email the senior author at [email protected] for a copy of the paper. Let's commend our colleagues on this achievement and continue to support research that advances our understanding and application of IONM to improve patient care. 📖 Get the article here: https://lnkd.in/gg_gZiKY #neurophysiology #scoliosis #spinesurgery #evokedpotentials

"The many ways in which ATP-sensitive potassium (KATP) channels can be exploited for human benefit have expanded over recent decades. Especially since the early 2000s, research has improved our understanding of the components and mechanisms of KATP channels. They have the potential to have a prominent role in cardiac surgery. Pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic activation of KATP channels has been shown to be both cardioprotective and neuroprotective in early basic science and clinical studies. However, many questions remain unanswered and require further study, necessitating further basic science work and large human clinical trials. This review discusses the history and recent progress in the research relating to the use of KATP channels for cardiac surgery." Corresponding Author:  Jennifer S. Lawton, Division of Cardiac Surgery, Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gcKApW8D

🌟 We are thrilled to announce the publication of our latest research in the August issue of JTCVS (American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS)): "Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Program for Patients Undergoing Isolated Elective Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery Improves Postoperative Outcomes" 🌟 🚀 Our study highlights the significant benefits of the ERAS program in cardiac surgery. By implementing this protocol, we have demonstrated improved postoperative outcomes for patients undergoing isolated CABG. This groundbreaking work, led by our Cardiac Surgery Team in Strasbourg (CHRU de Strasbourg - Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg), provides new evidence supporting the integration of ERAS in cardiac surgery to enhance recovery and patient care. SFCTCV Société Savante SFAR - Société française d'anesthésie et de réanimation SFC - Société Française de Cardiologie #CardiacSurgery #ERAS #CABG #MedicalResearch #PostoperativeCare #JTCVS #Strasbourg

A research review co-authored by Himanshu Gupta, MD, Director of Cardiac Imaging at Valley Medical Group and Juan B. Grau, MD, FACS, FACC, Director of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The Valley Hospital, was recently published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology. The authors explored two method of septal reduction therapy (SRT) for patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) - alcohol septal ablation and septal myectomy - and highlight the need for further training of septal myectomy surgeons to ensure access to optimal septal reduction therapies for patients with HCM. SRT relieves left ventricular outflow tract obstruction and helps to reduce symptoms in patients with obstructive HCM. To read the full review, please visit https://lnkd.in/eMfW9eQZ. #CardiacPublication #CardiacResearch #MedicalResearch #MedicalPublication #ValleyHealthSystem

20th International Congress of Update in Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery (UCCVS) was successfully held on 6-9 June 2024 in Istanbul. Photos from 20th UCCVS is already on Youtube: https://lnkd.in/d-EHaxiV Check out whose photos are in the album! #uccvs #cardiovascularsurgery #cardiology #cardiacsurgery #cardiologist #interventionalcardiology #eps #arrhythmia #electrophysiologist #pediatriccardiology #congenitalheartsurgery #fetalechocardiography

MedAxiom surveys have found call to be valued as high as 50% of total compensation. Given this lofty valuation, aligning the burden and frequency of call with its value is critical. Please take 10-15 minutes to complete this survey to expand our sample size and make the data more reliable! There are two versions of the survey so you can submit cardiology and cardiac surgery data separately: 📊 Submit data to the cardiology survey: https://hubs.li/Q02qLBtJ0 📈 Submit data to the cardiac surgery survey: https://hubs.li/Q02qLvhg0

Did You Know? ✨ Neuromonitoring during surgery can be a game-changer! 🧠 Studies show that using neuromonitoring techniques can reduce postoperative complications by 50% to 70%! 🤯 This innovative approach helps detect potential issues in real-time, allowing surgeons to take immediate corrective action and significantly lowering the risk of long-term neurological damage. Whether it’s spinal surgery or other complex procedures, neuromonitoring is a vital tool in enhancing patient safety and improving outcomes. At Axiom Neuromonitoring, we’re committed to delivering exceptional care and accuracy. Contact us today to learn more about how our advanced neuromonitoring services can enhance your surgical outcomes and ensure the best possible care for your patients! #AxiomNeuromonitoring #ExcellenceinIOM #PatientSafety #Neuromonitoring #Neurophysiology ____ Disclosure Statistics on the effectiveness of neuromonitoring in reducing postoperative complications are based on the following research: •⁠ ⁠Spine(2016): Reduced permanent neurologic deficits by ~50% in spinal surgeries. •⁠ ⁠Journal of Neurosurgery (2017): Reduced postoperative motor deficits by ~60% in neurosurgical procedures. •⁠ ⁠The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (2020): Reduced neurological complications by 50%-70% in orthopedic surgeries involving the spine and major joints.

https://lnkd.in/gjMHJwC2 Article title: Historical Evolution of Surgery for Transposition of Great Arteries (TGA) Author(s): Suraj Wasudeo Nagre* Journal: Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine and Cardiology Journal ISSN: 2455-2976 Abstract: The history of surgery for transposition of great arteries (TGA) has paralleled the history of cardiac surgery. In fact, it began before the birth of open heart surgery when the palliative Blalock-Hanlon septectomy was first performed in 1948. The atrial switch, which was an attempt to correct the physiology of transposition, had significant shortcomings. The arterial switch sought to address them. This has emerged as an anatomically as well as physiologically appropriate solution. This review traces the various milestones in this perpetual journey. #CongenitalHeartDisease #ArterialSwitch #AtrialSwitch #TranspositionOfGreatArteries #CoronaryArteryDiseases #ValvularHeartDisease #Electrophysiology #CardiacElectrophysiology #Echocardiography #InterventionalCardiology #ClinicalCardiology #NuclearCardiology #AcuteCoronarySyndromes #ArrhythmiaEP #CVImaging #CVDPrevention #CardiacArrhythmias #Peertechz #PeertechzPublications #OpenAccess #ScientificJournals #PeerReviewedJournals #OpenAccessPublishers #CardiacPhysiology #CardiacRegeneration #CardiacRehabilitation #Cardiomyopathies #CardiovascularDrugs #CardiovascularTherapy #CardiovascularAnatomy #CongenitalHeartDefects 

We share the belief that the #ASC space will continue to develop, and that enabling technology has to support this transition… specifically for the needs of the ASC. Surgeons should have access to the same type of technology at their ASC as their hospitals, for patient safety and efficacy. Without parity of technology ASC cases could be a risky proposition. PathKeeper is working to help fill this gap: - without intra-op radiation ☢️ - with a small footprint (22”x22”) - sub mm accuracy for registration and tool tracking 🎯 - low acquisition cost with a high clinical value 🏥 - brand agnostic, open platform navigation #meddevice #neurosurgery #spine #medical #medicine #healthcare #innovation United Surgical Partners International, Inc HCA Healthcare Ambulatory Surgery Center Association AMSURG Surgical Care Affliates Surgery Partners, Inc SurgCenter Development Value Health Inc TENENT HEALTH SYSTEM Medical Facilities of America Becker's Healthcare Compass Surgical Partners Spine and Orthopedic Surgery Center Development - Meridian Surgical Partners Mayo Clinic Scottsdale SURGERY CENTER OF GILBERT Banner Health https://lnkd.in/ensFFcAW

AHRQ-funded researchers identified nine factors that increased a patient's risk for developing pneumonia following cardiac surgery, including the length of the surgery and the time it takes to remove a breathing tube, according to a study published in The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. Postoperative pneumonia, among the most common complications following cardiac surgery, was associated with increased risks of other conditions and death, an average increase in hospital lengths of stay of seven to nine days, and additional healthcare expenditures from $12,000 to $14,000. These findings may inform future quality improvement efforts to reduce patients' risks of contracting postoperative pneumonia. Access the abstract. #HeartHealth https://lnkd.in/e4yFctKK