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Aortic Translocation Operation with Minimal Prosthetic Material
16-March-2012

The aortic translocation operation for d-TGV, VSD, and PS was first performed in June, 1983. Since then, the senior author has been directly involved in 24 such operations with one early death.

Reverse Subclavian Flap and "Aorto-Pulmonary Window" Technique for Repair of Interrupted Aortic Arch and Common Arterial Trunk
20-February-2012

In this video the authors demonstrate the surgical strategy for repair of interrupted aortic arch using a reverse subclavian flap and common arterial trunk using an "aortopulmonary window" type of repair in a 3.7 kg baby.

EUROSCORE II iPhone and iPad App Now Available
11-November-2011

Edward Bender has now designed a new app that calculates the EUROSCORE II score for you. Download the app by selecting the App Store icon on your device and typing in "euroscore ii". The app is free. Let us know what you think of the app.

Unroofing Procedure for Correction of an Anomalous Right Coronary Artery From the Left Aortic Sinus
09-November-2011

Anomalous right coronary artery arising from the left aortic sinus is a rare malformation, which is known to be associated with an increased risk of sudden death. This video shows the currently favored approach for anatomical repair by an unroofing procedure that results in relocation of the coronary artery into the appropriate aortic sinus.

Pascal R. Vouhe, MD
31-August-2011

Interviewed by CTSNet Editor Marko Turina, Dr. Vouhe discusses the switch operation for transposition of the great arteries, with many valuable hints and tips.

Updated CTSNet App Released
15-August-2011

An updated version of the CTSNet iPad App is available for download. If you've already downloaded the app, an update notice will appear automatically under App Store, under Updates. If you haven't downloaded the free app, you can do so by selecting the App Store icon on your iPad and searching for CTSNet. The app continues to rank in the top 100 of all medical iPad apps. The CTSNet iPad App is sponsored by Sorin.

Techniques of Aortic Valve Repair
11-August-2011

The authors demonstrate the steps for three-patch repair of congenital supravalvar aortic stenosis in a 5 month old.

Tribute to John A. Hawkins, 1955-2011
28-July-2011

The July issue of the World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery contains a memorial tribute to Dr. John A. Hawkins. The tribute was written by Dr. Williams G. Williams.

Controversies in Pediatric Heart Diseases
13-July-2011

New York City, October 27 – 29, 2011. This two-day course will address surgical and medical issues in the management of complex heart diseases, with a distinguished panel of invited surgeons, cardiologists, intensivists, nurses and perfusionists.

Pediatric Left VATS Upper Lobectomy for Infected Congenital Cystic Malformation
06-July-2011

The video describes a left Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic (VATS) upper lobectomy in an 18-month old child with infected congenital cystic adenamatoid malformation (CCAM).

World Journal for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery
17-May-2010

WJPCHS is a new print and online journal for those interested in congenital heart disease, surgical therapy, and current research

Congenital Literature Watch
26-March-2010

The 2009 third quarter Congenital Literature Watch is now available in the Congenital Portal

A Modification of the RV-PA Conduit in the Sano to Reduce Conduit Obstruction
17-February-2010

This video demonstrates a technique used for the RV-PA conduit or Sano modification of the Norwood that has reduced the incidence of conduit obstruction at the authors' institution.

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Carl L. Backer, MD

Associate Editors
Martin J. Elliott, MD
Marshall L. Jacobs, MD
Marc R. de Leval, MD

Anatomists
Robert H. Anderson, MD
Andrew C. Cook, PhD
Amy L. Juraszek, MD

Nomenclature
Rodney C.G. Franklin, MD
Jorge M. Giroud, MD
Jeffrey P. Jacobs, MD

Research
Pirooz Eghtesady, MD, PhD

Congenital Literature Watch
Aditya K. Kaza, MD

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