Lung transplantation and concomitant cardiac surgical procedures: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: Lung transplantation is an effective treatment option for end-stage lung diseases. In some cases, these patients may also have underlying cardiac disease which may require surgical intervention before or during transplantation. Concomitant cardiac surgery may often be preferred, as reduced lung function precludes these patients from pre-transplant surgery.

Surgical repair of ischemic mitral regurgitation: one ring does not fit all.

Purpose Of Review: The review summarizes the key parameters that can aid in determining the optimal treatment of ischemic mitral regurgitation (IMR).

Recent Findings: Left ventricular (LV) and mitral valve (MV) parameters are important for surgical planning and risk stratification in IMR. Although LV dimensions is one of the main parameters used in the guidelines, volumes more accurately depict LV remodelling.