A5049407250- Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments
- Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management
- Cardiac and Coronary Surgery Techniques
- Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes
- Cardiac Structural Anomalies and Repair
- Surgical Simulation and Training
- Aortic Disease and Treatment Approaches
- Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Anatomy and Medical Technology
- Aortic aneurysm repair treatments
- Angiogenesis and VEGF in Cancer
- Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices
- Lung Cancer Treatments and Mutations
- Congenital Heart Disease Studies
- Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics
- Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies
- Coronary Interventions and Diagnostics
- Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education
- Acute Myocardial Infarction Research
- Simulation-Based Education in Healthcare
- Cardiac Health and Mental Health
- Radiomics and Machine Learning in Medical Imaging
- Cancer survivorship and care
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Cardiovascular Function and Risk Factors
Maastricht University
2015-2025
Maastricht University Medical Centre
2014-2025
Hersenstichting
2024-2025
University Medical Center
2016-2024
Antwerp University Hospital
2002-2011
University of Antwerp
2007
Objectives Differentiation between normal and abnormal features of vascular ageing is crucial, as the latter associated with adverse outcomes. The aortic process accompanied by gradual luminal dilatation reduction vessel compliance. However, influence age on longitudinal dimensions geometry has not been well studied. This study aims to describe evolution length shape throughout life. Methods A total 210 consecutive patients were prospectively enrolled in this cross-sectional single-centre...
Abstract Background and Aims Severe tricuspid regurgitation is associated with increased mortality rates, but benefit of its correction ideal timing are not clearly determined. This study aimed to identify patient subsets who might from the surgery. Methods In TRIGISTRY, an international cohort consecutive patients severe isolated functional (33 centres, 10 countries), survival rates up years were compared between underwent valve surgery (repair or replacement) those conservatively managed,...
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of smoking status on quality life (QoL) after non-small-cell lung cancer surgery with European Organisation for Research and Treatment Cancer (EORTC) QoL Questionnaire-C30 LC13. Methods: was prospectively recorded in 70 consecutive patients undergoing lobectomy or pneumonectomy. Questionnaires were administered preoperatively 1, 3, 6 12 months postoperatively (MPO). Results: Of all analysed, nine (13%) non-smokers, 20 (29%) former smokers,...
Objectives Prophylactic surgery for prevention of acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) is reserved patients with an ascending aneurysm ≥55 mm. Identification additional risk predictors warranted since over 70% presenting ATAAD have a non-dilated aorta or that would not met the diameter criterion preventative surgery. Aim study was to evaluate elongation as factor and compare lengths between healthy controls. Methods Aortic diameters were measured on three-dimensional modelled computed...
Management of thoracic aortic aneurysms (TAAs) comprises regular diameter follow-up until the indication criterion for prophylactic surgery is reached. However, this approach unable to predict majority acute type A dissections (ATAADs). The current study aims evaluate diagnostic accuracy ascending diameter, length and volume occurrence ATAAD.This two-centre observational cohort retrospectively screened 477 consecutive patients who presented with ATAAD between 2009 2018. Of those, 25 (5.2%)...
Patients scheduled for cardiac surgery and procedures often present with modifiable risk factors adverse perioperative outcomes. Prehabilitation has shown potential to enhance mental physical fitness; however, its effect on clinical cardiovascular endpoints in this population not been studied.
To prospectively evaluate quality of life (QoL) evolution after lung cancer surgery in a cohort septuagenarians with the European Organisation for Research and Treatment Cancer (EORTC) QoL Questionnaire-C30 LC13.Between January 2003 December 2006, was recorded 60 consecutive undergoing surgery. Forty-nine lobectomies 11 pneumonectomies were performed. Questionnaires administered before 1, 3, 6 12 months postoperatively (MPO) response rates 100%, 83%, 87%, 90% 77%, respectively.After...
Routine imaging modalities combined with state-of-the-art reconstruction software can substantially improve preoperative planning and simplify complex procedure by enhancing the surgeon's knowledge of patient's specific anatomy. The aim current study was to demonstrate feasibility interactive three-dimensional (3D) computed tomography (CT) reconstructions for intraoperative guiding in video-assisted thoracoscopic lung surgery (VATS) 3D vision.Twenty-five consecutive patients referred an...
Abstract OBJECTIVES We have developed a high-fidelity minimally invasive mitral valve surgery (MIMVS) simulator that provides platform to train skills in an objective and reproducible manner, which has been incorporated the European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS) endoscopic repair course. The aim of study is provide data on application simulation-based training MIMVS using air-pilot concept. METHODS 2-day EACTS course design was based backwards chaining, pre- post-assessment,...
Journal Article Left-handed cardiac surgery simulation training: making things right Get access Eric E Vinck, Vinck Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Center, University, Maastricht, NetherlandsDepartment Cardiac Colsubsidio Cardiovascular Clinic, Bogota, ColombiaDivision Country Colombia Corresponding author. P. Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX Netherlands. Tel: +57-3016135455; e-mail: [email protected] (E.E. Vinck). https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9728-3910 Search for...
Mitral valve repair performed by an experienced surgeon is superior to mitral replacement for degenerative disease; however, many surgeons are still deterred from adapting this procedure because of a steep learning curve. Simulation-based training and planning could improve the surgical performance reduce The aim study was develop patient-specific simulation provide proof concept personalized medicine in patient prospectively planned surgery. A 65-year old male with severe symptomatic...
With the emergence of a new concept aimed at individualization patient care, focus will shift from whether minimally invasive procedure is better than conventional treatment, to question which patients benefit most technique? The superiority valve surgery (MIVS) has not yet been proved. We believe that through selection advantages this technique can become more pronounced. In our current study, we evaluate feasibility 3D computed tomography (CT) imaging reconstruction in preoperative...
Abstract OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact simulation-based training on surgical skills during 2-h learning labs annual meeting. METHODS During 36th European Association Cardiothoracic Surgery meeting a drylab for endoscopic mitral valve repair set up. For purpose, validated high-fidelity surgery simulator and suturing map were used. lasted 2 h. Technical pre- post-assessment carried out based time accuracy place suture at posterior annulus. had be placed within 60...
Despite strong recommendations from multiple societies to pursue durable mitral valve repair (MVr), rates and outcomes remain inconsistent across the world. This is partly due limited surgeon center experience lack of centralization care for this technically challenging operation. The authors evaluate association between annual case volume contemporary long-term patients undergoing isolated MVr. A systematic literature search was performed identify studies on MVr in adults January 2013...
The aim of this study was to develop a process for modelling and 3-dimensional (3D) printing different mitral valve diseases procedural planning simulation, based on 3D transoesophageal echocardiography (TOE).3D TOE used reconstruct fully dynamic view the diseased valve. Reconstructions were cropped at level captured in mid-systole assess coaptation defect. then exported as surface mesh. To ensure watertight noise-reduced model, mesh processed using computer-modelling programmes, whereupon...
The aim of this study was to assess the differences in perioperative outcomes and complications between endo-aortic balloon (EAB) external aortic clamp (EAC) during primary elective minimally invasive mitral valve surgery (MIMVS) a single referral centre by one surgeon. Primary were cardiopulmonary bypass time (CPB), cross-clamp (CX) occurrence postoperative cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs). Secondary other parameters complications. We retrospectively analysed 340 consecutive patients who...