A5031479229- Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Pleural and Pulmonary Diseases
- Transplantation: Methods and Outcomes
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Reconstructive Surgery and Microvascular Techniques
- Myasthenia Gravis and Thymoma
- Surgical site infection prevention
- Sarcoma Diagnosis and Treatment
- Airway Management and Intubation Techniques
- Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices
- Soft tissue tumor case studies
- Glaucoma and retinal disorders
- Organ Transplantation Techniques and Outcomes
- Interstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Esophageal and GI Pathology
- Medical Imaging and Pathology Studies
- Cardiac tumors and thrombi
- Tumors and Oncological Cases
- Lung Cancer Treatments and Mutations
- Pneumothorax, Barotrauma, Emphysema
- Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty
- Trauma Management and Diagnosis
- Radiomics and Machine Learning in Medical Imaging
- Pelvic and Acetabular Injuries
- Ultrasound in Clinical Applications
Ospedale Civile di Venezia
2024
Arcispedale Sant'Anna
2024
Azienda USL di Bologna
2021-2023
Policlinico S.Orsola-Malpighi
2013-2022
Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
2005-2018
Society of Thoracic Surgeons
2017
Valve (United States)
2017
Emory and Henry College
2017
University of Bologna
2007-2015
Thoracic Surgery Foundation
2009
Rationale: The diagnostic concordance between transbronchial lung cryobiopsy (TBLC)-versus surgical biopsy (SLB) as the current gold standard-in interstitial disease (ILD) cases requiring histology remains controversial. Objectives: To assess TBLC and SLB sequentially performed in same patients, yield of both techniques, subsequent changes multidisciplinary assessment (MDA) decisions. Methods: A two-center prospective study included patients with ILD a nondefinite usual pneumonia pattern (on...
Abstract Background Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) vaccination in solid organ transplant (SOT) recipients is associated with poorer antibody response (AbR) compared non-SOT recipients. However, its impact on the risk of breakthrough infection (BI) has yet to be assessed. Methods Single-center prospective longitudinal cohort study enrolling adult SOT who received SARS-CoV-2 during a 1-year period (February 2021 – January 2022), end follow-up April 2022. Patients...
In the era of minimally invasive surgery, preoperative detection pleural adhesions can be very useful for assessment surgical approach, because are main contraindication to video-assisted thoracoscopy. The aim this study was assess sensitivity and specificity transthoracic ultrasound in prior thoracic surgery. From February 2010 January 2011, 142 consecutive patients (male, 98; female, 44; age range, 36–83 years, mean age, 63.4 years) undergoing intervention (except pneumothorax) were...
Sternal resection is indicated for a variety of pathological conditions, mainly neoplastic or related to sternotomy complications. Resection the sternum generally leaves large chest-wall defect, and reconstruction thus most difficult part operation. Correct stabilization anterior chest wall very important avoid secondary complications respiratory failure. In last few years, different technical solutions have been used reconstruct sternum. We describe our technique using sternal allograft...
Abstract The use of extracorporeal membrane oxygenator instead standard cardiopulmonary bypass during lung transplantation is debatable. Moreover, recently, the concept prolonged postoperative (ECMO) support has been introduced in many transplant centers to prevent primary graft dysfunction (PGD) and improve early long‐term results. objective this study was review results our life strategy after bilateral sequential (BSLT) for pulmonary artery hypertension. We retrospectively experience BSLT...
Pulmonary carcinoids are rare malignant neoplasms, accounting for 2-5% of all lung tumors, with an approximate annual incidence 2.3-2.8 cases per million the population. We relate our experience 54 patients (21 male, 33 female, mean age 53+/-15 years) treated between July 1986 and April 2006. All underwent preoperative fibrobronchoscopy: diagnosis was made in 28 (52%). Surgical treatment consisted of: 31 standard lobectomies, 6 pneumonectomies, 5 bilobectomies, 2 sleeve anatomic...
Analyzing the risk factors that predict readmissions can potentially lead to more individualized patient care. The 11-factor modified frailty index is a valuable tool for predicting postoperative outcomes following surgery. objective of this study determine whether effectively within 90 days after lung resection surgery in cancer patients single health care institution.
Patients with locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer infiltrating the left atrium (LA) or intrapericardial base of pulmonary veins (PVs) are generally not considered good candidates for surgery because poor long-term survival. In last 10 years, 31 consecutive patients directly invading LA PVs underwent surgery. Pneumonectomy was operation performed most frequently. In-hospital mortality 9.7% and overall morbidity 52%. One-, 2- 3-year survival rates were 64, 46 30%, respectively a mean...
Many new surgical techniques and materials have been introduced in the last decade for chest wall reconstruction or stabilization with purpose of improving incorporation, maintaining stability reduction infections. However, none them are yet considered a gold standard procedure. The aim this work is to evaluate initial experience using titanium mesh four Italian Thoracic Surgery Departments.A review was performed all patients undergoing between January 2014 September 2018. Surgical...
Background: Intraoperative alveolar air leak (IOAAL) is one of most common complications after video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) lobectomy. The study aimed to evaluate if, in moderate IOAAL, intraoperative polymeric biodegradable sealant (ProgelTM) reduced postoperative (PAL) and consequently was cost-effective. Methods: Patients with IOAAL were randomised a multicentre trial use (Sealant group) or standard management leaks (Control group). Primary endpoint the duration leakage....
This study compares the uniportal with 3-portal video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) by examining data collected in Italian VATS Group Database. The primary end point was early postoperative pain; secondary points were intraoperative and complications, surgical time, number of dissected lymph nodes length stay.This an observational, retrospective, cohort, multicentre on 49 units. Inclusion criteria clinical stage I-II non-small-cell lung cancer, or lobectomy R0 resection. Exclusion cT3...
Abstract Background Surgery for thymic cancers is considered the key of curative treatment. Preoperative patients’ characteristics and intraoperative features might influence postoperative outcome. We aim to verify short‐term outcomes possible risk factors complications after thymectomy. Methods retrospectively investigated patients undergoing surgery thymoma or carcinoma in period between January 1, 2008, December 31, 2021, our department. features, surgical technique (open, bilateral VATS,...
OBJECTIVESOncological surgery of the chest wall should be performed to achieve free margins at least 2 cm for metastasis or 4 primary tumours. When lesion is not visible palpable, difficulty in identification may lead a larger incision and resection wider than necessary.
Abstract OBJECTIVES Inherent technical aspects of pulmonary lobectomy by video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) may limit surgeons’ ability to deal with factors predisposing complications. We analysed complication rates after VATS in a prospectively maintained nationwide registry. METHODS The registry was queried for all consecutive procedures from 49 Italian Thoracic Units. Baseline condition, tumour features, surgical techniques, devices, postoperative care, complications, conversions...
Full median sternotomy is still the most commonly used surgical approach for exposing heart in cardiac surgery (1). However, early wound complications represent a major cause of morbidity with an incidence from 0.5% to 10% studies (2-4).