Minimally Invasive Implantation of HeartWare Assist Device and Simultaneous Tricuspid Valve Reconstruction Through Partial Upper Sternotomy.

Left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation is a well-established therapy to support patients with end-stage heart failure. However, the operative procedure is associated with severe trauma. Third generation LVADs like the HeartWare assist device (HeartWare, Inc.

Pectus excavatum and cardiac surgery: simultaneous correction advocated.

Background: Severe pectus excavatum may be present in combination with cardiac conditions requiring open-heart surgery. The best strategy for this situation has been debated controversially.

Patients And Methods: In a retrospective study, we analyzed all our patients undergoing concurrent pectus excavatum correction and open-heart surgery.