Respiratory System

Article Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems

Endoscopic Aortic Valve Replacement: Initial Outcomes of Isolated and Concomitant Surgery

Soh Hosoba, Toshiaki Ito, Makoto Mori, Riku Kato, Koh Kajiyama, Shogo Maeda, Yuji Nakai, Yoshihiro Morishita

Summary: This study describes the approach and perioperative outcomes of totally endoscopic isolated and concomitant surgical aortic valve replacement (AVR) using various valve types. The results demonstrate that endoscopic AVR can safely address concomitant valve diseases.

ANNALS OF THORACIC SURGERY (2024)

Article Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems

Evidence-informed development of women-focused cardiac rehabilitation education

Gabriela Lima de Melo Ghisi, Andree-Anne Hebert, Paul Oh, Tracey Colella, Crystal Aultman, Carolina Carvalho, Rajni Nijhawan, Marie-Kristelle Ross, Sherry L. Grace

Summary: This study aimed to co-design women-focused cardiac rehabilitation (CR) education to meet their specific needs. Through literature review, needs assessment, and content development, the research team created open-access educational resources including videos and slide decks. These resources will be used to support women in reducing their risk of cardiovascular sequelae.

HEART & LUNG (2024)

Article Physiology

Cardiorespiratory coupling is associated with exercise capacity in athletes: A cross-sectional study

Raphael Martins de Abreu, Beatrice Cairo, Patricia Rehder-Santos, Claudio Donisete da Silva, Etore De Favari Signini, Juliana Cristina Milan-Mattos, Camila Akemi Sakaguchi, Aparecida Maria Catai, Alberto Porta

Summary: The purpose of this study was to determine the association between exercise capacity based on peak oxygen uptake (VO2peak) and resting cardiorespiratory coupling (CRC) levels. The results showed that resting CRC values were associated with exercise capacity in athletes but not in non-athletes.

RESPIRATORY PHYSIOLOGY & NEUROBIOLOGY (2024)

Article Respiratory System

The Growing Years Promoting Yourself in the First 5 Years

Kirsten A. Freeman

Summary: As a new surgeon, understanding the transitions and challenges ahead, building a support network, and focusing on clinical competence are key to thriving in the first years of your career.

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Respiratory System

Advanced Fellowships After Training: Super or Not?

Jennifer L. Perri, Tom C. Nguyen

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Respiratory System

Integrating Advocacy into Your Practice

Keith S. Naunheim, Joseph J. Platz

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Respiratory System

Outside the Operating Room Alternative Pathways for Doctors and Surgeons to Lead

Robert James Cerfolio

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Physiology

Low level CO2 supplementation maintains isocapnia and reveals ventilatory long-term facilitation in rats

Shawn Miller Jr, Edgar Juarez Lopez, Jessica M. L. Grittner, Brendan J. Dougherty

Summary: This study tested the impact of CO2 supplementation at different concentrations on ventilatory long-term facilitation (vLTF) in rats and found that 2% CO2 supplementation during and after acute, intermittent hypoxia (AIH) was sufficient to maintain isocapnia and induce significant vLTF.

RESPIRATORY PHYSIOLOGY & NEUROBIOLOGY (2024)

Article Physiology

In-vivo optogenetic identification and electrophysiology of glycinergic neurons in pre-Botzinger complex of mice

Behnam Vafadari, Yoshitaka Oku, Charlotte Tacke, Ali Harb, Swen Huelsmann

Summary: The preBo·tzinger Complex (preBo·tC) in the brainstem plays a critical role in generating respiratory rhythm. This study aimed to investigate the activity of inhibitory glycinergic neurons in the preBo·tC of anesthetized mice. Using juxtacellular recordings and optogenetic activation, the researchers were able to identify and characterize the activity pattern of these inhibitory neurons in relation to the breathing rhythm.

RESPIRATORY PHYSIOLOGY & NEUROBIOLOGY (2024)

Article Respiratory System

Finding the Right Mentor

Fatima G. Wilder, Jason J. Han

Summary: Mentorship plays a crucial role in a successful career in cardiothoracic surgery, and finding a mentor and establishing a fruitful mentor-mentee relationship requires self-reflection, alignment of goals, open communication, and regular feedback. There are various resources available in the cardiothoracic surgery community to aid members in finding and maintaining successful mentoring relationships.

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Respiratory System

Diversity in the Cardiothoracic Surgery Workforce: What I Can Do

Melanie A. Edwards

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Editorial Material Respiratory System

The Mid-Career Crisis Moving on to Your Next Job or Staying Comfortable

Ourania Preventza

Summary: Making a professional transition during a surgeon's mid-career is challenging. It is a crucial phase where experience, repetition, and judgment are developed through extensive practice. This phase involves deciding one's future, helping others shape theirs, and moving into the senior phase of a career.

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Respiratory System

Surgical Citizenship Engagement in Surgical Organizations

Himanshu J. Patel, Stefanie L. Peters, Barbara Hamilton, Andrew C. Chang

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Respiratory System

Navigating Promotion in Thoracic Surgery

Marko T. Boskovski, Elaine E. Tseng

Summary: The promotion process at academic institutions is clearly defined, and promotion criteria vary based on academic tracks. Promotion packets include multiple components.

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Respiratory System

What Is the Right First Job?

Rachel Kim, Nahush A. Mokadam

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Respiratory System

Implementation of Well- Being for Cardiothoracic Surgeons

Sarah Khalil, Anna Olds, Kristine Chin, Cherie P. Erkmen

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Respiratory System

Personal Finance Wellness for New Attendings

Russell Seth Martins, Kostantinos Poulikidis, Faiz Y. Bhora

Summary: This article emphasizes the importance of financial literacy for new attending surgeons, including establishing a financial team, obtaining appropriate insurance, and planning for retirement. It also reminds surgeons to strike a balance between personal life goals and long-term financial obligations.

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)

Article Physiology

Disinhibition does not play a role in endomorphin-2-induced changes in inspiratory motoneuron output produced by in vitro neonatal rat preparations

Stephen M. Johnson, Maia G. Gumnit, Sarah M. Johnson, Tracy L. Baker, Jyoti J. Watters

Summary: Low-level activation of mu-opioid receptors can increase the amplitude of inspiratory bursts in neonatal rat brainstem-spinal cord preparations. Endomorphin-2, an endogenous ligand for these receptors, was found to have similar effects. Disinhibition of inhibitory synaptic transmission may not be involved in the changes induced by endomorphin-2, and different mechanisms may underlie the increase in burst amplitude and decrease in burst frequency.

RESPIRATORY PHYSIOLOGY & NEUROBIOLOGY (2024)

Article Physiology

Closed-loop cervical epidural stimulation partially restores ipsilesional diaphragm EMG after acute C2 hemisection

Alyssa R. Mickle, Jesus D. Penaloza-Aponte, Richard Coffey, Natale A. Hall, David Baekey, Erica A. Dale

Summary: Closed-loop epidural stimulation (CL-ES) can improve respiratory deficits caused by cervical spinal cord injury, restoring diaphragm activity and enhancing contralateral activity. This treatment has the potential to lead to lasting recovery and device independence.

RESPIRATORY PHYSIOLOGY & NEUROBIOLOGY (2024)

Article Respiratory System

The Exit Strategy Preparing for Retirement

William A. Baumgartner

Summary: The author enjoys spending time with their family in retirement and emphasizes the importance of staying active and connected. Mentoring, editing, and documenting family history are also meaningful activities for the author. The author misses the interactions with colleagues but believes retirement can be greatly enjoyed with proper preparation.

THORACIC SURGERY CLINICS (2024)