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Minimally invasive cardiac surgery has progressed from small thoracotomies to endoscopic and robotic surgeries. Here we present a periareolar approach in patients with breast implants. This technique involves both cardiac and plastic surgeons in response to a more cosmetically conscious population along with the benefits of avoiding the sternum.

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Left-handed cardiac surgery and training: a survey-based assessment.

Interdiscip Cardiovasc Thorac Surg

October 2024

Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands.

Article Synopsis
  • There is a significant lack of guidance and training resources specifically for left-handed (LH) cardiac surgery residents and surgeons, leading to challenges in their surgical education experience.
  • A survey of LH cardiac surgeons and residents revealed that many lack access to supportive LH mentors, with nearly 80% having no access to LH faculty during their training.
  • The findings indicate a need for the development of tailored training resources and educational tools to better support LH cardiac surgeons and residents throughout their careers.
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