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Articles published in Ann Thorac Surg
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October 2018

KANDA H, Kamiya H, Sugawara A, Yamaya S, et al
Minimally invasive awake mitral valve surgery and cardiopulmonary bypass without general anesthesia.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Oct 3. pii: S0003-4975(18)31346.
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September 2018

IBEZIM C, Sarvestani AL, Knight JH, Qayum O, et al
Outcomes of Mechanical Mitral Valve Replacement in Children.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 26. pii: S0003-4975(18)31321.
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KRISHNA MR, Marathe SP, Maghsoudi A, McCowage G, et al
Emergency Ross procedure for paediatric aortic valve myxofibrosarcoma.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 25. pii: S0003-4975(18)31307.
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ZIERER AF, Kammler J, Blessberger H, Ay M, et al
First in man: Off-pump transapical transcatheter aortic valve implantation and mitral valve repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 25. pii: S0003-4975(18)31310.
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XIAO W, He Y, Xu M, Hua Z, et al
A Giant Blood Cyst of Mitral Valve Resulting in Severe Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 21. pii: S0003-4975(18)31293.
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ATTARAN S, Rogers T, Satler L, Thourani VH, et al
Clinical Leaflet Thrombosis in Transcatheter and Surgical Bioprosthetic Aortic Valves by 4DCT (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 21. pii: S0003-4975(18)31290.
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ANYANWU A
Robotic Mitral Valve Repair in Older Individuals: An Analysis of the STS Database (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 18. pii: S0003-4975(18)31284.
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NGUEMENI TIAKO MJ, Mori M, Geirsson A
Nuanced Approach to Surgical Tricuspid Valve Endocarditis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 4. pii: S0003-4975(18)31188.
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CHANG C, Raza S, Altarabsheh SE, Delozier S, et al
Minimally Invasive Approaches to Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement: A Meta-Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 3. pii: S0003-4975(18)31183.
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BRESCIA AA, Syrjamaki JD, Regenbogen SE, Paone G, et al
Transcatheter vs. Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement Episode Payments and Relationship to Case Volume.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 1. pii: S0003-4975(18)31181.
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MIKUS E, Calvi S, Campo G, Pavasini R, et al
Full Sternotomy, Hemisternotomy and Minithoracotomy for Aortic Valve Surgery: Is There a Difference?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 1. pii: S0003-4975(18)31184.
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UNBEHAUN A, Klein C, Buz S, Meyer A, et al
A Novel Technique for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Pure Aortic Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Sep 1. pii: S0003-4975(18)31179.
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August 2018

BASRA SS, Gopal A, Hebeler KR, Baumgarten H, et al
Clinical Leaflet Thrombosis in Transcatheter and Surgical Bioprosthetic Aortic Valves by 4DCT.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Aug 25. pii: S0003-4975(18)31161.
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PREVENTZA O, Orozco-Sevilla V, Coselli JS
Predictors of Recurrent Aortic Insufficiency in type I bicuspid aortic valve repair (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Aug 14. pii: S0003-4975(18)31132.
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SCHNEIDER U, Schafers HJ
Regarding the suture annuloplasty in bicuspid aortic valve (Reply).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Aug 11. pii: S0003-4975(18)31126.
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KO H, Bavaria JE, Habertheuer A, Augoustides JG, et al
Functional Outcomes of Type I Bicuspid Aortic Valve Repair with Annular Stabilization: Subcommissural Annuloplasty versus External Subannular Aortic Ring.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Aug 4. pii: S0003-4975(18)31063.
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NGUYEN S, Umana-Pizano JB, Donepudi R, Dhoble A, et al
Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair for Acute Papillary Muscle Rupture During Pregnancy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Aug 3. pii: S0003-4975(18)31052.
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NADER J, Paradis JM, Zainulabdin O, Dagenais F, et al
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement for a Failed Mechanical Aortic Prosthesis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Aug 3. pii: S0003-4975(18)31049.
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BANNAS P, Lenz A, Petersen J, Sinn M, et al
Normalization of Transvalvular Flow Patterns after Bicuspid Aortic Valve Repair: Insights from 4D Flow Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Aug 1. pii: S0003-4975(18)31044.
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July 2018

SEN DG, Halu A, Razzaque M, Gorham JM, et al
The Transcriptional Signature of Growth in Human Fetal Aortic Valve Development.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jul 30. pii: S0003-4975(18)31035.
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GOLDSTONE AB, Woo YJ
Mechanical versus Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Replacement in Patients Aged 50 Years and Younger (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jul 25. pii: S0003-4975(18)31029.
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HABERTHEUER A, Milewski K, Bavaria JE, Siki M, et al
Predictors of Recurrent Aortic Insufficiency in Type I Bicuspid Aortic Valve Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jul 25. pii: S0003-4975(18)31024.
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HEBELER KR, Baumgarten H, Squiers JJ, Wooley J, et al
Albumin Is Predictive of 1-Year Mortality After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jul 23. pii: S0003-4975(18)31022.
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HERMANNS H, Wiegerinck EMA, Lagrand WK, Baan J Jr, et al
Two Cases of Endocarditis after Mitraclip Procedure Necessitating Surgical Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jul 19. pii: S0003-4975(18)31001.
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IMASAKA KI, Tomita Y
Transaortic Alfieri Repair for Secondary Mitral Regurgitation: Effective and Underutilized (Reply).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jul 17. pii: S0003-4975(18)30987.
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IMASAKA KI, Tomita Y
Alfieri Edge to Edge Mitral Valve Repair for all seasons? (Reply).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jul 17. pii: S0003-4975(18)30988.
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OLDS A, Eudailey K, Nazif T, Vahl T, et al
Suprasternal and Left Axillary Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Morbidly Obese Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jul 13. pii: S0003-4975(18)30978.
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GAMMIE JS, Chikwe J, Badhwar V, Thibault DP, et al
Isolated Mitral Valve Surgery: The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Adult Cardiac Surgery Database Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jul 13. pii: S0003-4975(18)30599.
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BAVARIA JE, Tommaso CL, Brindis RG, Carroll JD, et al
2018 AATS/ACC/SCAI/STS Expert Consensus Systems of Care Document: Operator and Institutional Recommendations and Requirements for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: A Joint Report of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery, the American Col
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jul 12. pii: S0003-4975(18)30979.
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June 2018

SHAPIRA OM
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Comparing Transfemoral, Transcarotid and Transcaval Access (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 30. pii: S0003-4975(18)30899.
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HIRJI SA, Kolkailah A, Ramirez-Del Val F, Lee J, et al
Mechanical Versus Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Replacement in Patients Aged 50 Years and Younger.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 29. pii: S0003-4975(18)30893.
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WANG A, Brennan JM, Zhang S, Jung SH, et al
Robotic Mitral Valve Repair in Older Individuals: An Analysis of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 29. pii: S0003-4975(18)30894.
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DEVEJA RP, Iliopoulos DC, Kritharis EP, Angouras DC, et al
Effect of Aneurysm and Bicuspid Aortic Valve on Layer-Specific Ascending Aorta Mechanics.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 28. pii: S0003-4975(18)30890.
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MALINOWSKI M, Schubert H, Wodarek J, Ferguson H, et al
Tricuspid Annular Geometry and Strain after Suture Annuloplasty in Acute Ovine Right Heart Failure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 26. pii: S0003-4975(18)30876.
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WEISS AJ, Anyanwu AC
The Cost-Effectiveness of Self-Expandable Transcatheter Aortic Valves in Intermediate Risk Patients (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 13. pii: S0003-4975(18)30836.
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ELMOUSLY A, Salemi A, Guy TS
Initial experience and early results of mitral valve repair with CardioCel pericardial patch (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 13. pii: S0003-4975(18)30837.
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PATTAKOS G, Chrissoheris M, Halapas A, Papadopoulos K, et al
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in a Patient with Dextrocardia and Situs Inversus Totalis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 13. pii: S0003-4975(18)30839.
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NAKAMURA Y, Thattaliyath B, Ricci M
The Norwood Procedure with Valvular Pulmonary Stenosis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 8. pii: S0003-4975(18)30825.
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WANG S, Meng X, Luo Z, Pan X, et al
Transapical Beating-Heart Mitral Valve Repair Using a Novel Neochord Implantation System.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 8. pii: S0003-4975(18)30827.
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TOMSIC A, Bissessar DD, van Brakel TJ, Marsan NA, et al
Initial Experience and Early Results of Mitral Valve Repair with Cardiocel Pericardial Patch.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 7. pii: S0003-4975(18)30755.
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ZHOU T, Li J, Lai H, Zhu K, et al
Benefits of Early Surgery on Clinical Outcomes after Degenerative Mitral Valve Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jun 5. pii: S0003-4975(18)30740.
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May 2018

PETTERSSON GB, Unai S, Blackstone EH
Surgical Management of Tricuspid Valve Infective Endocarditis: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 30. pii: S0003-4975(18)30727.
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MIHOS CG, Xydas S, Nappi F, Santana O, et al
Transaortic Alfieri Repair for Secondary Mitral Regurgitation: Effective and Underutilized.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 29. pii: S0003-4975(18)30723.
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SCOHY TV, Bentala M, van der Meer NJM, Gerritse BM, et al
Minimal Invasive Mitral Valve Surgery with Endo-Aortic Balloon Requires Cerebral Monitoring.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 29. pii: S0003-4975(18)30721.
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REECE TB, Aftab M
Fate of Aortic Arch Following Surgery on Aortic Root and Ascending Aorta in Bicuspid Aortic Valve (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 22. pii: S0003-4975(18)30704.
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NAPPI F, Avatar Singh SS
Alfieri Edge to Edge Mitral Valve Repair for all Seasons?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 21. pii: S0003-4975(18)30698.
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RANKIN JS, Grau-Sepulveda M, Shahian DM, Gillinov AM, et al
The Impact of Mitral Disease Etiology on Operative Mortality Following Mitral Valve Operations.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 16. pii: S0003-4975(18)30683.
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BRESCIA AA, Bolling SF, Patel HJ
Cor-Knot perforation of aortic Valve Leaflet (Reply).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 12. pii: S0003-4975(18)30671.
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PAONE G, Eng M, Kabbani LS, Borgi J, et al
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Comparing Transfemoral, Transcarotid and Transcaval Access.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 11. pii: S0003-4975(18)30658.
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SPEZIALE G, Moscarelli M, Di Bari N, Bonifazi R, et al
A Simplified Technique for Complex Mitral Valve Regurgitation via Minimally Invasive Approach.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 8. pii: S0003-4975(18)30597.
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YANAGAWA B, Elbatarny M, Verma S, Hill S, et al
Surgical Management of Tricuspid Valve Infective Endocarditis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 8. pii: S0003-4975(18)30601.
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LAPENNA E, Del Forno B, Amore L, Ruggeri S, et al
Durability at 19 Years of Quadrangular Resection with Annular Plication for Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 5. pii: S0003-4975(18)30592.
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SULTAN I, Bianco V, Yajzi I, Kilic A, et al
Hemiarch Reconstruction Vs Clamped Aortic Anastomosis for Concomitant Ascending Aortic Aneurysm.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 3. pii: S0003-4975(18)30580.
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TAM DY, Hughes A, Wijeysundera HC, Fremes SE, et al
The Cost-Effectiveness of Self-Expandable Transcatheter Aortic Valves in Intermediate Risk Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 3. pii: S0003-4975(18)30570.
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KIEFER P, Meier S, Noack T, Borger MA, et al
Good Five-Year Durability of Transapical Beating Heart Off-Pump Mitral Valve Repair With Neochordae.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 2. pii: S0003-4975(18)30569.
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GEROSA G
Good Five-Year Durability of Transapical Beating Heart Off-Pump Mitral Valve Repair With Neochordae (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 May 2. pii: S0003-4975(18)30568.
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April 2018

SHINN SH, Altarabsheh SE, Deo SV, Sabik JH, et al
A Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis of Sutureless Aortic Valve Replacement versus Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 27. pii: S0003-4975(18)30556.
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ROMANO MA, Koeckert M, Mumtaz MA, Slachman FN, et al
Permanent Pacemaker Implantation Following Rapid Deployment Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 26. pii: S0003-4975(18)30552.
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BILKHU R, Youssefi P, Soppa G, Theodoropoulos P, et al
Fate of the Aortic Arch Following Surgery on Aortic Root and Ascending Aorta in Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 23. pii: S0003-4975(18)30548.
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BACIEWICZ FA JR.
Cor-Knot Perforation of Aortic Valve Leaflet.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 18. pii: S0003-4975(18)30531.
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MA W, Zhang W, Shi W, Kong Y, et al
Left Ventricular Diastolic Function after Aortic Valve Replacement for Chronic Aortic Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 16. pii: S0003-4975(18)30510.
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LEONE A, Alfonsi J, Pilato E, Lovato L, et al
Transcatheter Mitral Valve-In-Valve Dislocation: A Rescue Strategy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 13. pii: S0003-4975(18)30500.
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CLARIZIA NA, Ruel M
The Incidence and Consequence of Prosthesis Patient Mismatch After Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 12. pii: S0003-4975(18)30495.
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GREENE A, Russell C, Harris S, Adams C, et al
Left Thoracotomy for Redo Mitral Valve Replacement in Giant Left Atrium and Severe Pectus Excavatum.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 11. pii: S0003-4975(18)30492.
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FALLON JM, DeSimone JP, Brennan JM, O'Brien S, et al
The Incidence and Consequence of Prosthesis-Patient Mismatch After Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 6. pii: S0003-4975(18)30435.
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YANG B, Patel HJ, Norton EL, Debenedictus C, et al
Aortic Valve Reoperation Following Stentless Bioprosthesis: Short- and Long-Term Outcomes.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 3. pii: S0003-4975(18)30413.
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FRASER CD 3RD, Zhou X, Palepu S, Lui C, et al
Tricuspid Valve Detachment in Ventricular Septal Defect Closure Does Not Impact Valve Function.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Apr 3. pii: S0003-4975(18)30415.
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SAKON Y, Takahashi Y, Shibata T, Murakami T, et al
Tricuspid Valve Repair of Idiopathic Papillary Muscle Rupture.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e179.
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KAKUTA T, Fujita T, Fukushima S, Kawamoto N, et al
Two Cases of Surgical Management of Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis in Familial Hypercholesterolemia.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e171-e174.
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March 2018

MARCUS SG, Mahadevan VS, Deuse T
Hybrid Open Minimally-Invasive Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Mar 29. pii: S0003-4975(18)30406.
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MEHAFFEY JH, Haywood NS, Hawkins RB, Kern JA, et al
Need for Permanent Pacemaker after Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement Reduces Long-Term Survival.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Mar 22. pii: S0003-4975(18)30372.
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TRAHANAS JM, Van Boxtel BS, Miller SE, Irobunda C, et al
Emergent Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement for Aortic Insufficiency.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Mar 13. pii: S0003-4975(18)30335.
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HAWKINS RB, Mehaffey JH, Charles EJ, Kern JA, et al
Psoas Muscle Size Predicts Risk-Adjusted Outcomes After Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Mar 9. pii: S0003-4975(18)30321.
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POCAR M, Passolunghi D
Functional Mitral Regurgitation Repair: Earlier Is Better.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Mar 8. pii: S0003-4975(17)31405.
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LEATHERBY RJ, Singh A, Namjoshi G, Barbagallo R, et al
Quadricuspid Aortic Valve with Sinus of Valsalva Aneurysm.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Mar 5. pii: S0003-4975(18)30270.
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MCCARTHY FH, Vemulapalli S, Li Z, Thourani V, et al
The Association of Tricuspid Regurgitation With Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Outcomes: A Report From The Society of Thoracic Surgeons/American College of Cardiology Transcatheter Valve Therapy Registry.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Mar 2. pii: S0003-4975(17)31518.
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IMASAKA KI, Tayama E, Morita S, Toriya R, et al
Transaortic Alfieri Edge-to-Edge Repair for Functional Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e141-e143.
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SASIKUMAR D, Menon S, Baruah SD, Dharan BS, et al
Anomalous Left Coronary Artery From Pulmonary Artery in a Baby With Pulmonary Atresia, Intact Ventricular Septum.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e123-e124.
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LEE T, Mittnacht AJC, Itagaki S, Stewart A, et al
Mitral Regurgitation Exacerbation Due to Sutureless Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e103-e105.
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FUKUNAGA N, Koyama T
More Aggressive Intervention Contributes to Avoiding Recurrent Tricuspid Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:985-986.
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YUREKLI I, Kestelli M, Cakir H, Eygi B, et al
The Coroneo External Annuloplasty Ring.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:983.
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ACCOLA KD, Chitwood WR Jr., Mumtaz MA, Barnhart GR, et al
Step-by-Step Aortic Valve Replacement With a New Rapid Deployment Valve.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:966-971.
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SARAN N, Dearani JA
Tricuspid Valve Repair: How I Teach It.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:675-679.
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BEUTE TJ, Orem MD, Schiller TM, Goehler M, et al
Use of an Automated Suture Fastening Device in Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Mar 1. pii: S0003-4975(18)30260.
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GOTTSCHALK BH, Blankenstein J, Guo L
Ochronosis of Mitral Valve and Coronary Arteries.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Mar 1. pii: S0003-4975(18)30261.
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February 2018

KISLITSINA ON
Ischemic mitral regurgitation: Abnormal strain overestimates non-viable myocardium (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 28. pii: S0003-4975(18)30248.
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YATES MT, Anyanwu AC
Development of a Risk Prediction Model and Clinical Risk Score for Isolated Tricuspid Valve Surgery (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 28. pii: S0003-4975(18)30247.
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MEGHJI Z, Nguyen A, Geske JB, Schaff HV, et al
Myectomy and LA-to-LV Conduit for Severe Calcific Mitral Stenosis and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 26. pii: S0003-4975(18)30244.
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KASAI M, Osako M, Tanino T, Maeshima A, et al
A Calcified Amorphous Tumor Originating in the Aortic Valve Cusp.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 23. pii: S0003-4975(18)30185.
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BOUMA W, Wijdh-den Hamer IJ, Gorman JH 3rd, Gorman RC, et al
Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation Treatments After Mitral Annuloplasty (Reply).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 9. pii: S0003-4975(18)30144.
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SHIBATA T, Takahashi Y, Sakon Y, Morisaki A, et al
Shoulder Point Fitting Method as a New Universal Tricuspid Annuloplasty.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 9. pii: S0003-4975(18)30143.
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LADER JM, Smith DE, Staniloae C, Fallahi A, et al
Ascending Aortic Stenting for Acute Supra-aortic Stenosis from Graft Collapse.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 8. pii: S0003-4975(18)30140.
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ANDREW BY, Cherry AD, Hauck JN, Nicoara A, et al
The Association of Aortic Valve Pathology with Renal Resistive Index as a Kidney Injury Biomarker.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 7. pii: S0003-4975(18)30133.
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MURPHY DA, Moss E, Miller J, Halkos ME, et al
Repeat Robotic Endoscopic Mitral Valve Surgery: A Safe and Effective Strategy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 2. pii: S0003-4975(18)30083.
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CERILLO AG, Amoretti F, Mariani M, Cigala E, et al
Increased Gradients After Aortic Valve Replacement With The Perceval Valve: The Role of Oversizing.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 2. pii: S0003-4975(18)30084.
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HIBINO M, Sakai Y, Kato W, Tanaka K, et al
Ascending Aortic Aneurysm in a Child With Fibulin-4 Deficiency.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e59-e61.
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LAFRENIERE-BESSI V, Cameron-Gagne M, Perron J, Levesque MH, et al
Mitral Annular Calcification and Mitral Valve Replacement: A New Approach.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e55-e57.
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CORK DP, Adamson R, Gollapudi R, Dembitsky W, et al
Percutaneous Repair of Postoperative Mitral Regurgitation After Left Ventricular Assist Device Implant.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e45-e46.
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SANTARPINO G, Fischlein T
Aortic Valve Therapy for Intermediate-Risk Patients: Let's Start With the Facts!
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:668-669.
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LAPAR DJ, Likosky DS, Zhang M, Theurer P, et al
Development of a Risk Prediction Model and Clinical Risk Score for Isolated Tricuspid Valve Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 1. pii: S0003-4975(18)30036.
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CODNER P, Pugliese D, Kouz R, Patel A, et al
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement by a Novel Suprasternal Approach.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Feb 1. pii: S0003-4975(17)31479.
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January 2018

KOLESAR A, Toporcer T, Bajmoczi M, Luczy J, et al
Aortic Valve Repair of a Stenotic Unicuspid Aortic Valve in Young Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jan 29. pii: S0003-4975(18)30051.
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MORGAN AE, Zhang Y, Tartibi M, Goldburg S, et al
Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation: Abnormal Strain Overestimates Non-Viable Myocardium.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jan 29. pii: S0003-4975(18)30062.
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RANKIN JS, Grau-Sepulveda MV, Ad N, Damiano RJ Jr., et al
Associations Between Surgical Ablation and Operative Mortality Following Mitral Valve Procedures.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jan 29. pii: S0003-4975(18)30055.
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ELMOUSLY A, Worku B, Gray KD, Salemi A, et al
Mitral Valve-in-Valve Implantation as an Elective or Rescue Procedure in High Risk Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jan 27. pii: S0003-4975(18)30056.
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CULLER SD, Cohen DJ, Brown PP, Kugelmass AD, et al
Trends in Aortic Valve Replacement Procedures Between 2009 and 2015: Has Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Made a Difference?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jan 27. pii: S0003-4975(17)31499.
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FREYSTAETTER K, Ozalp F
Replacement of a Stenotic Quadricuspid Aortic Valve With a Sutureless Prosthesis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jan 24. pii: S0003-4975(18)30046.
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MACH M, Winkler B, Santer D, Pisarik H, et al
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation in Morphologically Complex Root-Aneurysms.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jan 9. pii: S0003-4975(18)30008.
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BADEMCI MS, Aldag M, Kocaaslan C, Oztekin A, et al
Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation Treatments After Mitral Annuloplasty.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jan 4. pii: S0003-4975(17)31701.
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DEEB GM, Chetcuti SJ, Yakubov SJ, Patel HJ, et al
The Impact of Annular Size on Outcomes After Surgical or Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jan 4. pii: S0003-4975(17)31229.
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KAMPERIDIS V, Delgado V, Bax JJ
Functional Mitral Regurgitation Repair: Earlier Is Better (Reply).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018 Jan 2. pii: S0003-4975(17)31700.
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YAMAUCHI S, Iwai S, Tominaga Y, Kugo Y, et al
Supra-Annular Mitral Valve Replacement in an Infant With Infective Endocarditis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e27-e29.
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MATHEW S, Bouchard M, Hoschtitzky JA
Prosthetic Valve-on-Valve Mitral Valve Re-Replacement: A Novel Approach.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e25-e26.
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ABEL SA, Stark TA, Rehfeldt KH, Rihal CS, et al
Modified Cabrol Shunt for Atrioventricular Groove Rupture After Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e11-e13.
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ALMDAHL SM
Deairing in Aortic Valve Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:330.
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FANANAS MASTRAL J, Bellido Morales JA, Ochoa Rea ME, Matamala Adell M, et al
Venous Cannulation for Cardiopulmonary Bypass in the Case of Anomaly of the Inferior Vena Cava.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e23-e24.
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OLARTE JM, Lopez FD, Barquero JM, Calvo R, et al
Transcatheter Valve-in-Valve Replacement Through Apicoaortic Conduit for Aortic Bypass Valve Failure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2018;105:e21-e22.
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December 2017

BARBERO C, Krakor R, Bentala M, Casselman F, et al
Comparison of Endoaortic and Transthoracic Aortic Clamping in Less-Invasive Mitral Valve Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 27. pii: S0003-4975(17)31341.
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DOYLE BJ, Norman PE, Hoskins PR, Newby DE, et al
Wall Stress And Geometry Of The Thoracic Aorta In Patients With Aortic Valve Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 27. pii: S0003-4975(17)31662.
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HOUMSSE M, McDavid A, Kilic A
Diminutive Porcelain Ascending Aorta with Supravalvular Aortic Stenosis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 21. pii: S0003-4975(17)31628.
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BARAC YD, Zwischenberger B, Schroder JN, Daneshmand MA, et al
Using a Regent Aortic Valve in a Small Annulus Mitral Position is a Viable Option.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 16. pii: S0003-4975(17)31619.
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THOURANI VH, Forcillo J, Szeto WY, Kodali SK, et al
Outcomes in 937 Intermediate-Risk Patients Undergoing Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement in PARTNER 2A.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 15. pii: S0003-4975(17)31617.
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VASANTHAN V, Harten C, Kent WD
Mechanical Mitral Valve Thrombosis Secondary to Tinzaparin as an Anticoagulation Bridging Strategy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 15. pii: S0003-4975(17)31613.
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RODRIGUEZ-RODA J, Miguelena J, Lopez J, Martin M, et al
How to Adjust Neo-Chordae Length Accurately in Degenerative Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 13. pii: S0003-4975(17)31609.
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ZEESHAN A, Idrees JJ, Johnston DR, Rajeswaran J, et al
Durability of Aortic Valve Cusp Repair With and Without Annular Support.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 11. pii: S0003-4975(17)31251.
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ROSELLO-DIEZ E, Cuerpo G, Estevez F, Munoz-Guijosa CC, et al
Use of the Perceval Sutureless Valve in Active Prosthetic Aortic Valve Endocarditis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 9. pii: S0003-4975(17)31606.
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DOHMEN PM
Use of the Perceval Sutureless Valve in Active Prosthetic Aortic Valve Endocarditis (Commentary).
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 9. pii: S0003-4975(17)31604.
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STEPHENS EH, Han J, Trawick EA, Di Martino ES, et al
Left-Ventricular Assist Device Impact on Aortic Valve Mechanics, Proteomics and Ultrastructure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Dec 6. pii: S0003-4975(17)31132.
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TOTSUGAWA T, Hiraoka A, Tamura K, Yoshitaka H, et al
Clamp Ablation of Pulmonary Veins During Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e471-e473.
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MOSALA NEZHAD Z, Baldin P, Poncelet A, El Khoury G, et al
Calcific Degeneration of CorMatrix 4 Years After Bicuspidization of Unicuspid Aortic Valve.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e431-e433.
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TREZZI M, Albanese SB, Albano A, Rinelli G, et al
Impact of Pulmonary Flow Study Pressure on Outcomes After One-Stage Unifocalization.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:2080-2086.
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November 2017

GREENBERG J, Teman NR, Haft JW, Romano MA, et al
Association of Donor Tricuspid Valve Repair With Outcomes After Cardiac Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Nov 23. pii: S0003-4975(17)31124.
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WONG JK, Melvin AL, Siordia JA, Joshi DJ, et al
Novel Automated Suturing Technology for Minimally Invasive Aortic Valve Replacements.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Nov 23. pii: S0003-4975(17)31253.
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O'HAIR DP, Bajwa TK, Popma JJ, Watson DR, et al
Direct Aortic Access for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Using a Self-Expanding Device.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Nov 21. pii: S0003-4975(17)31107.
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GHOREISHI M, Foster N, Pasrija C, Shah A, et al
Early Operation in Patients With Mitral Valve Infective Endocarditis and Acute Stroke Is Safe.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Nov 11. pii: S0003-4975(17)30972.
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RAHMANIAN PB, Kaya S, Eghbalzadeh K, Menghesha H, et al
Rapid Deployment Aortic Valve Replacement: Excellent Results and Increased Effective Orifice Areas.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Nov 10. pii: S0003-4975(17)31098.
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BOOTH K, Clark S
Pacemaker Implantation Rate Post Sutureless Aortic Valve Replacement: 23% Is Just Too High.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:1761-1762.
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BASSANO C, Gislao V, Bovio E, Melino S, et al
An Unexpected Risk Factor for Early Structural Deterioration of Biological Aortic Valve Prostheses.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Nov 1. pii: S0003-4975(17)31039.
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GLEASON TG, Schindler JT, Hagberg RC, Deeb GM, et al
Subclavian/Axillary Access for Self-Expanding Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Renders Equivalent Outcomes as Transfemoral.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Nov 1. pii: S0003-4975(17)31042.
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MORELL VO
Nikaidoh Procedure: How I Teach It.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:1446-1449.
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October 2017

LIAKOPOULOS OJ, Gerfer S, Weider S, Rahmanian P, et al
Direct Comparison of the Edwards Intuity Elite and Sorin Perceval S Rapid Deployment Aortic Valves.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Oct 14. pii: S0003-4975(17)30915.
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KADIROGULLARI E, Onan B, Guler S, Erkanli K, et al
Perforation of the Anterior Mitral Leaflet After Aortic Valve Replacement With Root Enlargement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e345-e346.
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LOYALKA P, Montgomery KB, Nguyen TC, Smalling RW, et al
Valve-in-Valve Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation: A Novel Approach to Treat Paravalvular Leak.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e325-e327.
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TOURMOUSOGLOU C, Karkos C, Fidanis T, Theofilogiannakos EK, et al
An Unusual Case of Arterial Embolism in an Adolescent With a Mitral Valve Repair With a Ring.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e315-e317.
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KISER AC, Caranasos TG, Peterson MD, Buller CE, et al
Suprasternal Aortic Valve Replacement: Key Technology and Techniques.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:1417-1422.
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HOBBES B, d'Udekem Y, Zannino D, Konstantinov IE, et al
Determinants of Adverse Outcomes After Systemic-To-Pulmonary Shunts in Biventricular Circulation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:1365-1370.
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KAVARANA MN, Turnbull JM, Sade RM
Should a Down Syndrome Child With a Failing Heart Be Offered Heart Transplantation?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:1111-1116.
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September 2017

MAVROMATIS K, Thourani VH, Stebbins A, Vemulapalli S, et al
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Patients With Aortic Stenosis and Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Sep 29. pii: S0003-4975(17)30801.
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OU-YANG WB, Li SJ, Xie YQ, Hu SS, et al
Hybrid Balloon Valvuloplasty for the Treatment of Severe Congenital Aortic Valve Stenosis in Infants.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Sep 27. pii: S0003-4975(17)30814.
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CONCISTRE G, Chiaramonti F, Bianchi G, Cerillo A, et al
Aortic Valve Replacement With Perceval Bioprosthesis: Single-Center Experience With 617 Implants.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Sep 27. pii: S0003-4975(17)30832.
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KAMPERIDIS V, van Wijngaarden SE, van Rosendael PJ, Kong WK, et al
Restrictive Mitral Valve Annuloplasty: Prognostic Implications of Left Ventricular Forward Flow.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Sep 27. pii: S0003-4975(17)30819.
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FORCILLO J, Condado JF, Ko YA, Yuan M, et al
Assessment of Commonly Used Frailty Markers for High- and Extreme-Risk Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Sep 21. pii: S0003-4975(17)30811.
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MARKAKIS K, Westhoff TH, Pagonas N
Aortic Valve Replacement as a Trigger of Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e255-e256.
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FISCHER M, Salehi A, Sopher MJ, Vorobiof G, et al
Ruptured Papillary Muscles After Chordae-Preserving Bioprosthetic Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e243-e245.
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CAREDDU L, Foa A, Leone O, Agostini V, et al
Primary Cardiac Leiomyoma Causing Right Ventricular Obstruction and Tricuspid Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e231-e233.
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GENNARI M, Bartorelli AL, Polvani G, Muratori M, et al
Severe Tricuspid Regurgitation After Percutaneous Removal of a Swan-Ganz Catheter Caught by Suture.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e225-e226.
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KONSTANTINIDOU MK, Moat N
Repair of Tricuspid Valve Leaflet With CardioCel Patch After Traumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e221-e223.
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KLECZYNSKI P, Petkow Dimitrow P
Carotid Doppler Assessment in Patients With Severe Aortic Stenosis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:1100.
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OHIRA S, Yaku H
Carotid Doppler Before Aortic Valve Replacement and Perioperative Management.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:1096-1097.
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YUREKLI I, Kestelli M, Cakir H, Iscan S, et al
About the Decision-Making Process for Mitral Valve Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:1095.
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GHOSH-DASTIDAR M, Bapat V
Transcatheter Valve Implantation in Mitral Annular Calcification During Open Surgery: Extended Collar Technique.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e303-e305.
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FONG LS, McLaughlin AJ, Okiwelu NL, Nordstrand IAJ, et al
Surgical Management of Caseous Calcification of the Mitral Annulus.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e291-e293.
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ROSA B, Machaidze Z, Mencattelli M, Manjila S, et al
Cardioscopically Guided Beating Heart Surgery: Paravalvular Leak Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:1074-1079.
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VIDA VL, Zanotto L, Zanotto L, Stellin G, et al
Left-Sided Reoperations After Arterial Switch Operation: A European Multicenter Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:899-906.
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PAUL DM, Naran A, Pierce EL, Bloodworth CH 4th, et al
Suture Dehiscence in the Tricuspid Annulus: An Ex Vivo Analysis of Tissue Strength and Composition.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:820-826.
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VAHIDKHAH K, Javani S, Abbasi M, Azadani PN, et al
Blood Stasis on Transcatheter Valve Leaflets and Implications for Valve-in-Valve Leaflet Thrombosis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:751-759.
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YAMAUCHI T, Miyagawa S, Yoshikawa Y, Toda K, et al
Risk Index for Postoperative Acute Kidney Injury After Valvular Surgery Using Cardiopulmonary Bypass.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:868-875.
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August 2017

FANNING JP, Walters DL, Wesley AJ, Anstey C, et al
Intraoperative Cerebral Perfusion Disturbances During Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Aug 16. pii: S0003-4975(17)30656.
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COLLI A, Bizzotto E, Manzan E, Besola L, et al
Patient-Specific Ventricular Access Site Selection for the NeoChord Mitral Valve Repair Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e199-e202.
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JARRETT CM, Pelletier M, Shah PB, Kaneko T, et al
"Double-Stick" Transsubclavian Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement With Use of a Balloon Expandable Valve: A Less Invasive Option for Alternative Access.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e195-e197.
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CHAMI T, Attizzani G, Medalion B, Deo SV, et al
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation Under Direct Visualization in Homograft Valve Endocarditis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e119-e121.
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SAMURA T, Toda K, Yoshioka D, Nakamura T, et al
Libman-Sacks Endocarditis Due to Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Activation After Mitral Valve Plasty.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e109-e111.
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KIM JH, Choi JB, Kuh JH
Nonresectional Technique for Large Posterior Leaflet Prolapse Causing Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:722-723.
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VOGT F, Dell'Aquila AM, Santarpino G
How to Prevent Pacemaker Implantation After Sutureless Aortic Valve Replacement: Tips and Tricks.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:720-721.
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YUREKLI I, Kestelli M, Cakir H, Iner H, et al
About Commissural Prolapse and Mitral Valve Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:718.
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DYKES JC, Reinhartz O, Almond CS, Yarlagadda V, et al
Alternative Strategy for Biventricular Assist Device in an Infant With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e185-e186.
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NGUYEN A, Schaff HV, Miranda WR, Tajik AJ, et al
The First Operation for Apical Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy-Dr Dwight McGoon, 1972.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e133-e136.
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SAKATA T, Mogi K, Sakurai M, Nomura A, et al
Rupture of Anterolateral Papillary Muscle Resulting From Small Artery Occlusion.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e113-e114.
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KIDO T, Ueno T, Taira M, Ozawa H, et al
Stroke Volume Ratio Predicts Redilatation of the Right Ventricle After Pulmonary Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:698-703.
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ROPCKE DM, Ilkjaer C, Skov SN, Tjornild MJ, et al
Regional Changes in Leaflet Coaptation Dynamics After Total Tricuspid Reconstruction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:599-605.
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TOYOKAWA K, Moriyama Y, Ueno T, Terazono K, et al
Double Aortic Arch Complicated by Acute Type A Dissection in an Aged Patient.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e187.
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NEZIC D
It Might be Misleading to Validate EuroSCORE II Performances on Samples Operated Before Its Creation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:721-722.
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July 2017

KIEFER P, Noack T, Seeburger J, Hoyer A, et al
Transapical Mitral Valve Implantation for Native Mitral Valve Stenosis Using a Balloon-Expandable Prosthesis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Jul 28. pii: S0003-4975(17)30682.
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KWEDAR K, McNeely C, Zajarias A, Markwell S, et al
Outcomes of Early Mitral Valve Reoperation in the Medicare Population.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Jul 28. pii: S0003-4975(17)30670.
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LI H, Gu C
Off-Pump Semicircular Annuloplasty: Effective Treatment of Concurrent Moderate Aortic Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e97-e99.
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DOSTALOVA G, Hlubocka Z, Palecek T, Cerny V, et al
Heart Failure Caused by Misdiagnosed Subaortic Stenosis in Adulthood: Lesson for Daily Practice.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e91.
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SCHNITZER K, Or Z, Sawaed S, Sharoni E, et al
Rapidly Progressive Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Stenosis Due to Bartonella Species Endocarditis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e57-e59.
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KESSEL SM, Hawkins RB, Yarboro LT, Ailawadi G, et al
Total Chordal Sparing Mitral Valve Replacement in Rheumatic Disease: A Word of Caution.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e47-e48.
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SHEREV D, Azizi K, Azimi NA, Van Nordheim S, et al
Delayed Management of Partial Aortic Valve Avulsion After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e17-e18.
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VURAL KM
Mild to Moderate Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation: Should a Mitral Surgical Procedure be Added to Revascularization?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:372-373.
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THOURANI VH, Borger MA, Holmes D, Maniar H, et al
Transatlantic Editorial on Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:1-15.
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CROWLEY OM, Doty JR
Radiopaque Marker Addition During Aortic Root Replacement With the Use of a Freestyle Porcine Bioprosthesis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e95-e96.
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MROCZEK T, Demkow M, Moszura T, Morka A, et al
Perventricular Implantation of Melody Valve in Child With Pulmonary Hypertension After a Potts Shunt.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e67-e69.
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DE ROSA R, Schranz D, Zeiher AM, Fichtlscherer S, et al
Again, Two Melodies in Concert: Transcatheter Double Valve Replacement in Hedinger Syndrome.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e61-e63.
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HARMEL EK, Conradi L, Schafer U, Deuschl F, et al
Structural Valve Deterioration of a Subcoronary Implanted Stentless Bioprosthesis: How to Treat?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e53-e55.
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MATSUZAKI K, Tsukada T, Sato M, Watanabe Y, et al
Mediastinal Abscess Caused by an Expanded Polytetrafluoroethylene Membrane.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e49-e51.
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DISHA K, Schulz S, Kuntze T, Girdauskas E, et al
Transforming Growth Factor Beta-2 Mutations in Barlow's Disease and Aortic Dilatation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e19-e21.
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BAIRD CW, Kreutzer C, Sanders SP, Borisuk MJ, et al
Augmentation of Bridging Leaflets in Repair of Atrioventricular Canal Defects.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e101-e103.
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HARKY A, Khosravi A, Elam L, Colledge J, et al
Percutaneous Intervention of a Rare Complication Post Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;104:e87.
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June 2017

ESAKI J, Leshnower BG, Binongo JN, Lasanajak Y, et al
Risk Factors for Late Aortic Valve Dysfunction After the David V Valve-Sparing Root Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Jun 29. pii: S0003-4975(17)30563.
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JOHNSTON LE, Downs EA, Hawkins RB, Quader MA, et al
Outcomes for Low-Risk Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement: A Benchmark for Aortic Valve Technology.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Jun 11. pii: S0003-4975(17)30509.
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BERDAJS D, Mosbahi S, Ferrari E, Charbonnier D, et al
Aortic Valve Pathology as a Predictive Factor for Acute Aortic Dissection.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Jun 3. pii: S0003-4975(17)30400.
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TOURMOUSOGLOU C, Nikoloudakis N, Pitsis A
Aortic Valve Stenosis in Alkaptonuria.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e557.
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SANDRELLI L, Petrone G, Sportelli G, Fabbrocini M, et al
Three Cases of Aneurysmatic Coronary Fistulas Associated With Mitral Valve Insufficiency.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e505-e507.
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RONCATI L, Manenti A
Tricuspid Annuloplasty is Favored by the Histological Conformation of Its Annulus.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:2024-2025.
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CERIT L
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Very Low Ejection Fraction: Misfortune or Chance.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:2024.
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WENDT D, Kahlert P, Canbay A, Knipp S, et al
Impact of Liver Indicators on Clinical Outcome in Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Jun 1. pii: S0003-4975(17)30397.
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CHURYLA A, Iddriss A, Andrei AC, Kruse J, et al
Biatrial or Left Atrial Lesion Set for Ablation During Mitral Surgery: Risks and Benefits.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:1858-1865.
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HUMMEL J, Stiller B, Kroll J, Grohmann J, et al
Primary Coiling of the Left Ventricle in Hypoplastic Left Heart With Ventriculo-Coronary Connections.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e559.
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LEVASSEUR T, Chapoutot L, Deleuze P, Metz D, et al
Isolated Syphilitic Aortitis: A Rare Association.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e551.
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May 2017

GOODWIN M, Nemeh HW, Borgi J, Paone G, et al
Resolution of Mitral Regurgitation With Left Ventricular Assist Device Support.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 May 17. pii: S0003-4975(17)30271.
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PATRICK WL, Mainwaring RD, Reinhartz O, Punn R, et al
Major Aortopulmonary Collateral Arteries With Anatomy Other Than Pulmonary Atresia/Ventricular Septal Defect.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 May 17. pii: S0003-4975(17)30291.
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WANG M, Furnary AP, Li HF, Grunkemeier GL, et al
Bioprosthetic Aortic Valve Durability: A Meta-Regression of Published Studies.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 May 9. pii: S0003-4975(17)30266.
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GASPAROVIC H, Kopjar T, Saeed D, Cikes M, et al
De Novo Aortic Regurgitation After Continuous-Flow Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 May 5. pii: S0003-4975(17)30251.
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TANAKA Y, Kitamura T, Miyata Y, Miyaji K, et al
Mitral Valve Necrosis After Cardiac Surgery Using Gelatin-Resorcinol-Formaldehyde Glue.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e435-e436.
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PATEL ND, Alejo D, Crawford T, Hibino N, et al
Aortic Root Replacement for Children With Loeys-Dietz Syndrome.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:1513-1518.
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MOOKHOEK A, Krishnan K, Chitsaz S, Kuang H, et al
Biomechanics of Failed Pulmonary Autografts Compared to Native Aortic Roots.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:1482-1488.
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GRANDE AM, Amoroso F, Crimi G, Ferrario M, et al
Mitral-Aortic Intervalvular Fibrosa Pseudoaneurysm Causing Systolic Compression of Left Main Trunk.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e461.
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YUREKLI I, Kestelli M, Cakir H, Peker I, et al
Regarding Surgical Anatomy of the Aortic Annulus.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:1680-1681.
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April 2017

GHONEIM A, Bouhout I, Perrault LP, Bouchard D, et al
Reexamining the Role of Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement After Mediastinal Radiation Therapy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Apr 26. pii: S0003-4975(17)30226.
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HAWKINS RB, Downs EA, Johnston LE, Mehaffey JH, et al
Impact of Transcatheter Technology on Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement Volume, Outcomes, and Cost.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Apr 24. pii: S0003-4975(17)30302.
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MCNEELY C, Zajarias A, Robbs R, Markwell S, et al
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Outcomes in Nonagenarians Stratified by Transfemoral and Transapical Approach.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Apr 24. pii: S0003-4975(17)30362.
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GREASON KL, Lahr BD, Stulak JM, Cha YM, et al
Long-Term Mortality Effect of Early Pacemaker Implantation After Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Apr 19. pii: S0003-4975(17)30197.
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SEMSROTH S, Matteucci Gothe R, Raith YR, de Brabandere K, et al
Comparison of Two Minimally Invasive Techniques and Median Sternotomy in Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Apr 19. pii: S0003-4975(17)30209.
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AALAEI-ANDABILI SH, Martin T, Hess P, Klodell C, et al
Florida Sleeve Procedure Is Durable and Improves Aortic Valve Function in Marfan Syndrome Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Apr 12. pii: S0003-4975(17)30091.
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XUAN Y, Krishnan K, Ye J, Dvir D, et al
Stent and Leaflet Stresses in 29-mm Second-Generation Balloon-Expandable Transcatheter Aortic Valve.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Apr 12. pii: S0003-4975(17)30169.
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BAVARIA JE, Prager RL, Naunheim KS, Allen MS, et al
Surgeon Involvement in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in the United States: A 2016 Society of Thoracic Surgeons Survey.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Apr 6. pii: S0003-4975(17)30511.
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SASSA T, Okamoto K, Tazume H, Noguchi R, et al
Tricuspid Valve Repair With Artificial Chorda After Previous Ventricular Septal Defect Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e335-e337.
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SARRAJ A, Calle Valda CM, Munoz DE, Reyes G, et al
New Presentation of Hemolysis After Papillary Muscles Approximation for Mitral Valve Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e321-e322.
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PANG PY, Garwood S, Hashim SW
Intraoperative Bioprosthetic Valve Dysfunction Causing Severe Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e317-e319.
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SARAF S, Khawaja MZ, Hilling-Smith R, Dooley M, et al
Use of the Lotus Transcatheter Valve to Treat Severe Native Aortic Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e305-e307.
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ZHANG ZW, Gu TX
Prosthesis Size Selection for Patients With Severe Mitral Stenosis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:1361.
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SUZUKI K, Aoki M, Hagino I, Saito T, et al
Repair of Atrioventricular Septal Defect and Transposition in Left Isomerism.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e353-e355.
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ESTEVEZ-LOUREIRO R, Benito-Gonzalez T, Cuellas C, Perez de Prado A, et al
Late Left Coronary Artery Compromise After Corevalve Implantation: Insights From Instant Free Ratio Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e371.
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SUZUKI R
Completely Thrombosed Tricuspid Pouch Mimicking a Cardiac Tumor.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e369.
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March 2017

NISHIMURA S, Izumi C, Amano M, Miyake M, et al
Incidence and Predictors of Aggravation of Mitral Regurgitation After Atrial Septal Defect Closure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Mar 24. pii: S0003-4975(16)31844.
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KIRKER EB, Hodson RW, Spinelli KJ, Korngold EC, et al
The Carotid Artery As a Preferred Alternative Access Route For Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Mar 5. pii: S0003-4975(16)31888.
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MAHMOOD F, Knio ZO, Yeh L, Amir R, et al
Regional Heterogeneity in the Mitral Valve Apparatus in Patients With Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Mar 5. pii: S0003-4975(16)31837.
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JANSON JT, Coetzee A, Rossouw G, Loftus I, et al
Replacing the Anterior Mitral Valve Leaflet With Autologous Jugular Vein in a Sheep Model.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Mar 5. pii: S0003-4975(16)31794.
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AL-ATASSI T, Kimmaliardjuk DM, Dagenais C, Bourke M, et al
Should We Ablate Atrial Fibrillation During Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting and Aortic Valve Replacement?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Mar 2. pii: S0003-4975(16)31822.
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ZHANG Y, Ma L
Repeated Prosthetic Mitral Valve Thrombosis in Fluke Infection Induced Hypereosinophilic Syndrome.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e259-e260.
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IQUILLE J, Nader J, Colpart E, Caus T, et al
Unusual Gastrointestinal Bleeding After Sutureless Aortic Valve Replacement: A Word of Caution.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e225-e226.
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KILIC A, Siki MA, Szeto WY, Bavaria JE, et al
Concomitant Endografting of a Type B Aortic Dissection During Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e223-e224.
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REUL RM, Reardon MJ
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: How I Teach It.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:695-698.
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FUKUNAGA N, Koyama T
Only Ring Types Cannot Control Late Recurrent Tricuspid Regurgitation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:1041.
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BRULS S, Courtois A, Delvenne P, Hustinx R, et al
IgG4-Related Disease Causing Rapid Evolution of a Severe Aortic Valvular Stenosis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e239-e240.
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VITANOVA K, Cleuziou J, Schreiber C, Gunther T, et al
Long-Term Outcome of Patients With Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect Combined With the Tetralogy of Fallot: Staged Repair Is Not Inferior to Primary Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:876-880.
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CHEN LW, Wu XJ, Cao H, Dai XF, et al
Valved Conduit Attached to Left Ventricular Outflow Tract for Valve Detachment in Behcet's Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e301-e303.
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GROVER FL, Vemulapalli S, Carroll JD, Edwards FH, et al
2016 Annual Report of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons/American College of Cardiology Transcatheter Valve Therapy Registry.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:1021-1035.
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February 2017

O'HAIR DP, Bajwa TK, Chetcuti SJ, Deeb GM, et al
One-Year Outcomes of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement in Patients With End-Stage Renal Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Feb 24. pii: S0003-4975(16)31795.
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CASTRIOTA F, Nerla R, Micari A, Cavazza C, et al
Transcatheter Aortic Valve-in-Valve Implantation Using Lotus Valve for Failed Surgical Bioprostheses.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Feb 18. pii: S0003-4975(16)31622.
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NAVIA JL, Elgharably H, Javadikasgari H, Ibrahim A, et al
Tricuspid Regurgitation Associated With Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation: Characterization, Evolution After Mitral Surgery, and Value of Tricuspid Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Feb 18. pii: S0003-4975(16)31626.
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PHILLIPPI JA, Hill JC, Billaud M, Green BR, et al
Bicuspid Aortic Valve Morphotype Correlates With Regional Antioxidant Gene Expression Profiles in the Proximal Ascending Aorta.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Feb 6. pii: S0003-4975(16)31529.
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SHAIKHREZAI K, Bartnik A, Khorsandi M, Hunter S, et al
Lead-Sparing Tricuspid Valve Repair Damaged by Pacemaker Lead.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e207-e208.
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BRUSCHI G, Colombo P, Botta L, Nava S, et al
Portico Sheathless Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation via Distal Axillary Artery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e175-e177.
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NOGUCHI M, Tabata M, Ito J, Nakatsuka D, et al
Successfully Treated Nonocclusive Mesenteric Ischemia After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e171-e173.
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BARBERO C, Marchetto G, Ricci D, Rinaldi M, et al
Temporary Neurological Dysfunction After Minimal Invasive Mitral Valve Surgery: Influence of Type of Perfusion and Aortic Clamping Technique.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:691-692.
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FUKUNAGA N, Koyama T
Pay Attention to Mitral Valve Repair With Autologous Pericardial Leaflet Augmentation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:689.
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GULACK BC, Benrashid E, Jaquiss RD, Lodge AJ, et al
Pulmonary Valve Replacement With a Trifecta Valve Is Associated With Reduced Transvalvular Gradient.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:655-662.
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HATA H, Shiono M, Iida M, Sezai A, et al
Autotransplantation for Threatened Cardiac Rupture After Left Ventricular Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e163-e165.
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LEVACK MM, Aftab M, Roselli EE, Johnston DR, et al
Outcomes of a Less-Invasive Approach for Proximal Aortic Operations.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:533-540.
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DOBRILOVIC N, Raman J, Fingleton JG, Maslow A, et al
Long-Term Outcomes of External Repair as a Rescue Operation for Atrioventricular Groove Disruption.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:491-496.
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January 2017

CLEVELAND JD, Bowdish ME, Eberhardt CE, Mack WJ, et al
Evaluation of Hemodynamic Performance of Aortic Valve Bioprostheses in a Model of Oversizing.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017 Jan 25. pii: S0003-4975(16)31467.
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TRUMELLO C, Denti P, Calabrese MC, Di Giannuario G, et al
Reverse Left Ventricular Remodeling Causing Severe Mitral Regurgitation After Bentall Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e85-e86.
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BATTALOGLU B, Colak C, Disli OM, Akca B, et al
The Surgical Repair of a Hyperimmunoglobulin E Syndrome Associated Ascending Aortic Aneurysm.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e65-e67.
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POLOMSKY M, Koulogiannis KP, Kipperman RM, Cohen BM, et al
Mitral Valve Replacement With Sapien 3 Transcatheter Valve in Severe Mitral Annular Calcification.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e57-e59.
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AGUDO-QUILEZ P, Pozo E, Benedicto A, Reyes G, et al
Atrioventricular Septum Pseudoaneurysm As Late Complication After Repeated Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e55-e56.
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SALIZZONI S, Marro M, Rovera C, Speziali G, et al
Off-Pump NeoChord Mitral Valve Repair to Simultaneously Treat Posterior Leaflet Prolapse and Systolic Anterior Motion.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e29-e30.
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HYSI I, Rebet O, Gautier L, Fabre O, et al
A Standardized Loop Technique for Mitral Valve Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e105-e106.
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REARDON MJ, Bapat VN, Popma JJ
Successful Evolut R Valve-in-Valve Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:365-366.
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BACIEWICZ FA JR
Novel Tricuspid Valve Repair Technique.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:364.
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ARNAIZ-GARCIA ME, Gonzalez-Santos JM, Barreiro-Perez M, Lopez-Rodriguez J, et al
A Mitral Heart Valve Prosthesis Hidden Under Perivalvular Pannus.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e91.
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RONCHARD T, Salaun E, Theron A, Grisoli D, et al
Cross-Reactivity Between Heparin and Danaparoid Antibodies in Cardiac Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e9-e10.
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KITAHARA H, Nawata K, Kinoshita O, Itoda Y, et al
Implantation of a Left Ventricular Assist Device for Danon Cardiomyopathy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e39-e41.
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TERRIEN CM 3RD, Edwards NM
Aortoventricular Dissociation and Refractory Fungal Endocarditis Caused by a Rare Pathogen Lichtheimia: A Surgical and Medical Management Strategy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:e25-e27.
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KELLEY TM JR, Kashem M, Wang H, McCarthy J, et al
Anterior Leaflet Augmentation With CorMatrix Porcine Extracellular Matrix in Twenty-Five Patients: Unexpected Patch Failures and Histologic Analysis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:114-120.
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TASCA G, Vismara R, Mangini A, Romagnoni C, et al
Comparison of the Performance of a Sutureless Bioprosthesis With Two Pericardial Stented Valves on Small Annuli: An In Vitro Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2017;103:139-144.
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December 2016

SOQUET J, Liava'a M, Eastaugh L, Konstantinov IE, et al
Achievements and Limitations of a Strategy of Rehabilitation of Native Pulmonary Vessels in Pulmonary Atresia, Ventricular Septal Defect, and Major Aortopulmonary Collateral Arteries.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Dec 20. pii: S0003-4975(16)31346.
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LEHMANN S, Meyer A, Schroeter T, Uhlemann M, et al
Midterm Durability and Hemodynamic Performance of a Third-Generation Bovine Pericardial Prosthetic Aortic Valve: The Leipzig Experience.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Dec 9. pii: S0003-4975(16)31329.
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RANKIN JS, Badhwar V, He X, Jacobs JP, et al
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Mitral Valve Repair/Replacement Plus Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Composite Score: A Report of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Quality Measurement Task Force.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Dec 6. pii: S0003-4975(16)31287.
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JAVADIKASGARI H, Gillinov AM, Idrees JJ, Mihaljevic T, et al
Valve Repair Is Superior to Replacement in Most Patients With Coexisting Degenerative Mitral Valve and Coronary Artery Diseases.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Dec 6. pii: S0003-4975(16)31144.
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LIN MT, Wang JK, Wu PY, Lu CW, et al
Successful Transcatheter Handmade-Valved Graft Stent for Branch Pulmonary Regurgitation: Novel Approach in a Special Event.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e541-e543.
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SQUIERS JJ, Hebeler KR, DiMaio JM, Ogbue P, et al
Impingement of Single-Tilting Disc Mitral Prosthesis During Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e529-e531.
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BRUSCHI G, Colombo P, Nava S, Musca F, et al
Evolut R Implantation to Treat Severe Pure Aortic Regurgitation in a Patient With Mitral Bioprosthesis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e521-e524.
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GRASSO C, Scandura S, Buccheri S, Barbanti M, et al
MitraClip Implantation for the Treatment of New-Onset Systolic Anterior Motion of the Mitral Valve After Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e517-e519.
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BENEDETTO U, Jin XY, Hill E, Treasure T, et al
An Option for Concomitant Management of Moderate Marfan Root Aneurysm at the Time of Mitral Valve Repair: A Role for Personalized External Aortic Root Support.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e499-e501.
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SAID SM, Pislaru S, Kotkar KD, Rihal CS, et al
Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction After Transcatheter Mitral Valve-in-Ring Implantation: A Word of Caution.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e495-e497.
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ZHU X, Li Q, Wu Z
Long-Term Outcomes of Tricuspid Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:2134.
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ROUBERTIE F, Ramanan S, Lavrand F, Thambo JB, et al
Combined Nuss Procedure and Cardiac Procedure Through a Left Anterolateral Thoracotomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e537-e539.
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LOPEZ-MARCO A, Syed A, Combellack T, Mehta D, et al
Iatrogenic Lesion of an Anomalous Circumflex Coronary Artery During Mitral Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e525-e527.
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MARZOUK M, Shanmugam G, Kalavrouziotis D, Mohammadi S, et al
Ascending Aortic Replacement and Sutureless Valve in a Failed Stentless Aortic Prosthesis: A Bailout Option.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e507-e509.
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WANG C, Hua K, Yin L, Wang Y, et al
A Meta-Analysis of Miniaturized Versus Conventional Extracorporeal Circulation in Valve Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:2099-2108.
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D'ONOFRIO A, Tarja E, Besola L, Luzi G, et al
Early and Midterm Clinical and Hemodynamic Outcomes of Transcatheter Valve-in-Valve Implantation: Results From a Multicenter Experience.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1966-1973.
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MOOKHOEK A, Krishnan K, Chitsaz S, Kuang H, et al
Biomechanics of Failed Pulmonary Autografts Compared With Normal Pulmonary Roots.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1996-2002.
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November 2016

BRESCIA AA, Bolling SF, Patel HJ
Valvular Regurgitation After Implantation Of Prostheses Secured With Cor-Knot Automated Fasteners.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Nov 26. pii: S0003-4975(16)31752.
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LOPEZ-MENENDEZ J, Miguelena J, Morales C, Diaz CL, et al
Celsior Versus Microplegia: Analysis of Myocardial Protection in Elective Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Nov 21. pii: S0003-4975(16)31301.
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MURASHITA T, Schaff HV, Suri RM, Daly RC, et al
Impact of Left Ventricular Systolic Function on Outcome of Correction of Chronic Severe Aortic Valve Regurgitation: Implications for Timing of Surgical Intervention.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Nov 15. pii: S0003-4975(16)31166.
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TANG PC, Badami A, Akhter SA, Osaki S, et al
Efficacy of Aortic Valve Resuspension in Establishing Valve Competence in Acute Type A Dissections.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Nov 15. pii: S0003-4975(16)31176.
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HSU CY, Shih JC, Chen SJ, Wu ET, et al
Modified Norwood Procedure for Tricuspid Atresia, Transposition of Great Arteries, and Hypoplastic Right Arch With Complete Vascular Ring.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e481-e483.
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LAU C, Gaudino M, Mazza A, Munjal M, et al
Reoperative Aortic Valve Replacement in a Previous Biologic Composite Valve Graft.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e477-e480.
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KLAPKOWSKI A, Siondalski P, Koprowski A, Rogowski J, et al
Posterior Leaflet Tumor as a Presentation of Mitral Valve Endocarditis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e459.
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HLAL M, Campelo-Parada F, Dagenais F, Rodes-Cabau J, et al
Unusual Solution for a Transcatheter Aortic Valve Embolization: Deployment of an Endovascular Stent Through a Floating Prosthesis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e457-e458.
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BUTTNER S, Weiler H, Zoller C, Koch B, et al
Aortic Valve Stenosis in a Dialysis Patient Waitlisted for Kidney Transplantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e437-e438.
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GOTTE J, Hemmer W, Roser D, Liebrich M, et al
Redo Aortic Valve Implantation After Full Root Replacement Using A Sutureless Valve Prosthesis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e421-e422.
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KRAMER R, Quinn R, Odera A, Groom R, et al
Closed Mitral Commissurotomy During Pregnancy in East Africa.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e419-e420.
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SALENGER R, Diao X, Dawood MY, Herr DL, et al
Percutaneous Rescue for Critical Mitral Stenosis Late After Mitral Valve Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e417-e418.
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MEI J, Ma N, Jiang Z, Zhao D, et al
Concomitant Maze IV Ablation Procedure Performed Entirely by Bipolar Clamp Through Right Lateral Minithoracotomy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e473-e475.
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GUPTA A, Kalra R, Joshi RK, Aggarwal N, et al
Parachute Tricuspid Valve: A Case Treated by Open Heart Surgery.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e443-e445.
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BAUMGARTEN H, Squiers JJ, Brinkman WT, DiMaio JM, et al
Implantation of Transcatheter Aortic Prosthesis in 3 Patients With Mitral Annular Calcification.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e433-e435.
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KVITTING JP, Geiran OR
Karl Viktor Hall: From In Situ Vein Bypass to the Tilting Disc Heart Valve Prosthesis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1756-1761.
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WILLIAMS ML, Bavaria JE, Acker MA, Desai ND, et al
Valve Selection in End-Stage Renal Disease: Should It Always Be Biological?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1531-1535.
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SETTEPANI F, Cappai A, Basciu A, Barbone A, et al
Impact of Cusp Repair on Reoperation Risk After the David Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1503-1511.
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KUMAR SR, Bansal N, Wells WJ, Starnes VA, et al
Outcomes of Reintervention on the Autograft After Ross Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1517-1521.
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MAEDA T, Sakamoto T, Nagashima M, Hiramatsu T, et al
Long-Term Outcome of Arterial Switch Operation Conversion After Failed Senning/Mustard Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1573-1579.
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October 2016

THUDT M, Papadopoulos N, Monsefi N, Miskovic A, et al
Long-term Results Following Pericardial Patch Augmentation for Incompetent Bicuspid Aortic Valves: A Single Center Experience.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Oct 25. pii: S0003-4975(16)31150.
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BRUSCHI G, Branny M, Schiltgen M, Ettori F, et al
One-Year Outcomes of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation Using the Direct Aortic Approach.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Oct 25. pii: S0003-4975(16)31148.
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HENN MC, Percival T, Zajarias A, Melby SJ, et al
Learning Alternative Access Approaches for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: Implications for New Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement Centers.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Oct 17. pii: S0003-4975(16)31136.
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KOWALEWSKI M, Malvindi PG, Suwalski P, Raffa GM, et al
Clinical Safety and Effectiveness of Endoaortic as Compared to Transthoracic Clamp for Small Thoracotomy Mitral Valve Surgery: Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Oct 17. pii: S0003-4975(16)31140.
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GROH MA, Diaz I, Johnson AM, Ely SW, et al
Is Surgical Intervention the Optimal Therapy for the Treatment of Aortic Valve Stenosis for Patients With Intermediate Society of Thoracic Surgeons Risk Score?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Oct 15. pii: S0003-4975(16)31069.
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LAWRANCE CP, Henn MC, Miller JR, Kopek MA, et al
The Electrophysiologic Effects of Acute Mitral Regurgitation in a Canine Model.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Oct 15. pii: S0003-4975(16)31068.
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CHAN V, Elmistekawy E, Ruel M, Hynes M, et al
How Does Mitral Valve Repair Fail in Patients With Prolapse?-Insights From Longitudinal Echocardiographic Follow-Up.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Oct 6. pii: S0003-4975(16)31156.
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PANTOJA JL, Morgan AE, Grossi EA, Jensen MO, et al
Undersized Mitral Annuloplasty Increases Strain in the Proximal Lateral Left Ventricular Wall.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Oct 5. pii: S0003-4975(16)30917.
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CONDADO JF, Jensen HA, Maini A, Ko YA, et al
Should We Perform Carotid Doppler Screening Before Surgical or Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Oct 4. pii: S0003-4975(16)30792.
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BOUHOUT I, Mazine A, Rivard L, Ghoneim A, et al
Conduction Disorders After Sutureless Aortic Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Oct 4. pii: S0003-4975(16)30943.
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RIMOLDI SG, De Vecchi E, Pagani C, Zambelli A, et al
Use of Dithiothreitol to Dislodge Bacteria From the Biofilm on an Aortic Valve in the Operating Theatre: A Case of Infective Endocarditis Caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Proteus mirabilis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e357-9.
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MARTENS T, Caes F, De Pauw M, Hens L, et al
Minimally Invasive Repair of Mitral Valve Prolapse and Concomitant Atrial Fibrillation Ablation in a Heart Transplant.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e305-7.
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KOTKAR KD, Said SM, Michelena H, Wanta B, et al
Right Coronary Artery Septic Embolization Secondary to Aerococcus urinae Native Mitral Valve Endocarditis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e295-7.
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BELLUSCHI I, Cioni M, Moriggia S, Alfieri O, et al
Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy Following Pericardiocentesis After Aortic Valve Repair and Ascending Aorta Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e291-3.
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HULMAN M, Bena M, Artemiou P, Gasparovic I, et al
Iterative Learning of Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement in Mitral Valve Annulus Calcification: Management and Prevention of Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement Dislocation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e287-90.
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GONZALEZ-SANTOS JM, Arnaiz-Garcia ME, Dalmau-Sorli MJ, Sastre-Rincon JA, et al
Complete Transversal Disc Fracture in a Bjork-Shiley Delrin Mitral Valve Prosthesis 43 Years After Implantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e283-5.
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POULLIS M
Preoperative Three-Dimensional Valve Analysis to Predict Recurrent Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation After Mitral Annuloplasty.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1414.
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KATO N, Yamagishi M, Kanda K, Miyazaki T, et al
First Successful Clinical Application of the In Vivo Tissue-Engineered Autologous Vascular Graft.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1387-90.
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VOTSCH A, Weihs W, Asslaber M, Dapunt O, et al
Perceval Sutureless Valve Dysfunction Caused by Valvular Thrombosis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e309-11.
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VOLA M, Fuzellier JF, Gerbay A, Campisi S, et al
First in Human Totally Endoscopic Perceval Valve Implantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e299-301.
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DANESI TH, Minniti G, Cresce GD, Favaro A, et al
Redo After Failure of Aortic Homografts With a Rapid Deployment Valve.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e281-2.
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VALLABHAJOSYULA P, Szeto WY, Habertheuer A, Komlo C, et al
Bicuspid Aortic Insufficiency With Aortic Root Aneurysm: Root Reimplantation Versus Bentall Root Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1221-8.
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MCCARTHY FH, Bavaria JE, McDermott KM, Moeller P, et al
At the Root of the Repair Debate: Outcomes After Elective Aortic Root Replacements for Aortic Insufficiency With Aneurysm.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1199-205.
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CERILLO AG, Gasbarri T, Celi S, Murzi M, et al
Transapical Transcatheter Valve-in-Valve Implantation for Failed Mitral Bioprostheses: Gradient, Symptoms, and Functional Status in 18 High-Risk Patients Up to 5 Years.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:1289-95.
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September 2016

CHAN V, Levac-Martinho O, Sohmer B, Elmistekawy E, et al
When Should the Mitral Valve Be Repaired or Replaced in Patients With Ischemic Mitral Regurgitation?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Sep 22. pii: S0003-4975(16)30871.
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KEELING WB, Leshnower BG, Binongo J, Lasanajak Y, et al
Severity of Preoperative Aortic Regurgitation Does Not Impact Valve Durability of Aortic Valve Repair Following the David V Valve Sparing Aortic Root Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Sep 22. pii: S0003-4975(16)30873.
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HAUNSCHILD J, Schellinger IN, von Salisch S, Bakhtiary F, et al
Granular Media Calcinosis in the Aortic Walls of Patients With Bicuspid and Tricuspid Aortic Valves.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Sep 22. pii: S0003-4975(16)30913.
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SCHNEIDER U, Hofmann C, Aicher D, Takahashi H, et al
Suture Annuloplasty Significantly Improves the Durability of Bicuspid Aortic Valve Repair.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Sep 20. pii: S0003-4975(16)30788.
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TANAKA A, Onsager D, Song T, Cozadd D, et al
Surgically Corrected Mitral Regurgitation During Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation Is Associated With Low Recurrence Rate and Improved Midterm Survival.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Sep 19. pii: S0003-4975(16)30841.
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IINO K, Miyata H, Motomura N, Watanabe G, et al
Prolonged Cross-Clamping During Aortic Valve Replacement Is an Independent Predictor of Postoperative Morbidity and Mortality: Analysis of the Japan Cardiovascular Surgery Database.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Sep 10. pii: S0003-4975(16)30771.
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SCHNEIDER U, Schmied W, Aicher D, Giebels C, et al
Sinus Plication to Improve Valve Configuration in Bicuspid Aortic Valve Repair-Early Results.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Sep 9. pii: S0003-4975(16)30779.
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LANGE R, Voss B, Kehl V, Mazzitelli D, et al
Right Minithoracotomy Versus Full Sternotomy for Mitral Valve Repair: A Propensity Matched Comparison.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Sep 9. pii: S0003-4975(16)30766.
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D'ONOFRIO A, Besola L, Rizzoli G, Bizzotto E, et al
Impact of Changes in Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction on Survival After Transapical Aortic Valve Implantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Sep 7. pii: S0003-4975(16)30749.
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LUC JG, Shanks M, Tyrrell BD, Welsh RC, et al
Transcatheter Valve-in-Valve: A Cautionary Tale.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e211-3.
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MAINWARING RD, Patrick WL, Carrillo SA, Ibrahimye AN, et al
Prevalence and Anatomy of Retroesophageal Major Aortopulmonary Collateral Arteries.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:877-82.
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August 2016

KITAMURA H, Tamaki M, Okawa Y
Giant Root Abscess by Staphylococcus aureus Without Prosthetic Valve Dysfunction.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e165.
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KRON IL, Ailawadi G
Low Risk TAVR: The Long View.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:357.
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ROUZE S, Flecher E, Revest M, Anselmi A, et al
Infective Endocarditis With Paravalvular Extension: 35-Year Experience.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:549-55.
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MA K, Li S, Hu S, Hua Z, et al
Neoaortic Valve Regurgitation After Arterial Switch: Ten Years Outcomes From A Single Center.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:636-42.
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ALFIERIS GM, Swartz MF, Lehoux J, Bove EL, et al
Long-Term Survival and Freedom From Reoperation After Placement of a Pulmonary Xenograft Valved Conduit.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:602-7.
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PERICART L, Fauchier L, Bourguignon T, Bernard L, et al
Long-Term Outcome and Valve Surgery for Infective Endocarditis in the Systematic Analysis of a Community Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:496-504.
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BAUMBACH H, Wachter K, Nagib R, Ahad S, et al
Complex Cusp Repair in Patients Undergoing the David Procedure: Is It Worth It?
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:483-8.
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KHAN H, Chaubey S, Nitiahpapand R, Desai J, et al
A Rare Case of Florid Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Autoantibody-Associated Vasculitis Involving Both Atrioventricular Valves.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e87-8.
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STEAR TJ, Shersher D, Kim GJ, Smego DR, et al
Valvular Cytomegalovirus Endocarditis.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:e105-7.
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July 2016

HOLUBEC T, Higashigaito K, Belobradek Z, Dergel M, et al
An Expansible Aortic Ring in Aortic Root Remodeling: Exact Position, Pulsatility, Effectiveness, and Stability in Three-Dimensional CT Study.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Jul 22. pii: S0003-4975(16)30605.
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PHILIP R, Kumar TK, Waller BR, McCoy M, et al
Near Catastrophic Accelerated Structural Degeneration of the Perimount Magna Pericardial Bioprosthesis in Children.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:308-11.
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BAUMBACH H, Rustenbach CJ, Ahad S, Nagib R, et al
Minimally Invasive Extracorporeal Bypass in Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Operations: A Prospective Randomized Trial.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:93-100.
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WOLLERSHEIM LW, Li WW, Bouma BJ, Kaya A, et al
Midterm Follow-Up of the Stentless Freedom Solo Bioprosthesis in 350 Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:86-92.
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WANG J, Sun X, Xiao M, Zhang M, et al
Regional Left Ventricular Reverse Remodeling After Myectomy in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:124-31.
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RAZA S, Sabik JF 3rd, Rajeswaran J, Idrees JJ, et al
Enhancing the Value of Population-Based Risk Scores for Institutional-Level Use.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;102:70-7.
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June 2016

OLIVEIRA MA, Santos CA, Brandi AC, Botelho PH, et al
Special Measures to Do De Vega Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2431-2.
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PATIL NP, Falconieri F, Bahrami T
Mitral Repair for Decompensated Postinfarction Papillary Muscle Rupture.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2393.
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BARRETTA A, Greco E, Mancone M, Sardella G, et al
Emergency Cardiac Surgery for Irreversible MitraClip Delivery System Entrapment.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2392.
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KAHLBAU H, Gomes I, Pinto F, Fragata JI, et al
Uncommon Multicystic Lesion of the Interventricular Septum in a 7-Year-Old Boy: Unusual Presentation of an Intracardiac Teratoma.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2375-7.
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MACHOVEC KA, Jaquiss RD, Kaemmer DD, Ames WA, et al
Cardiopulmonary Bypass Strategy for a Cyanotic Child With Hemoglobin SC Disease.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2373-5.
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BHOJE A, Talwar S, Saxena R, Gharde P, et al
Surgical Challenges of Familial Hypercholesterolemia.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2367-70.
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SAID SM, Mainwaring RD, Ma M, Tacy TA, et al
Pulmonary Valve Repair for Patients With Acquired Pulmonary Valve Insufficiency.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2294-301.
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KARASKOV A, Bogachev-Prokophiev A, Sharifulin R, Zheleznev S, et al
Right Ventricular Outflow Tract Replacement With Xenografts in Ross Patients Older Than 60 Years.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2252-9.
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SUGIURA J, Nakano T, Kado H
Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction in Aortic Arch Anomalies With Ventricular Septal Defect.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2302-8.
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SHAH A
Invited Commentary.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2174-5.
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FARRINGTON DK, Kilgo PD, Thourani VH, Jacob JT, et al
High Risk of Prosthetic Valve Endocarditis and Death After Valve Replacement Operations in Dialysis Patients.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:2217-23.
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MANDEGAR MH, Moradi B, Roshanali F
Replacement of a Dislocated Aortic Prosthesis After Transcatheter Valve Implantation.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:e189-91.
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May 2016

OKADA N, Murayama H, Hasegawa H
Optimal Surgical Management Using a Classic Blalock-Taussig Shunt for an Infected Pseudoaneurysm After a Modified Blalock-Taussig Shunt Procedure.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:1992-5.
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KADOWAKI T, Yamaguchi H, Takagaki M, Nakamura H, et al
Successful Repair of Regurgitant Pentacuspid Pulmonary Valve Combined With Pulmonary Artery Aneurysm.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016;101:1990-2.
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February 2016

NAIMO PS, Fricke TA, d'Udekem Y, Cochrane AD, et al
Surgical Intervention for Anomalous Origin of Left Coronary Artery From the Pulmonary Artery in Children: A Long-Term Follow-Up.
Ann Thorac Surg. 2016 Feb 18. pii: S0003-4975(15)01869.
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