On this page you will discover a variety of videos on cardiac surgery, presented by various contributors and accompanied by audio explanations to facilitate understanding. You can also explore more content on our YouTube channel.
Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani Minimally invasive
Dr. Oleksandr Babliak Youtube channel
Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, Cardiovascular and Transplant surgeon. Advanced Fellow of Thoracic Organs Transplantation Chicago Illinois. ..
Read More
Technical Draft and Procedural Overview Introduction Retrograde priming during TransMedics Organ Care System (OCS) Heart cardiac procurement is an advanced perfusion maneuver designed to optimize coronary de-airing, improve myocardial washout,..
Read More
Conceptual Framework: Bilateral Pneumonectomy + Lung Transplant with Dynamic ECMO Support (DREAM-style strategy) 1. Clinical Context & Rationale This scenario typically applies to: * End-stage bilateral lung malignancy confined..
Read More
The reversed valved Potts shunt is an advanced surgical strategy for patients with severe Pulmonary Hypertension, designed to create a controlled extracardiac communication between the left pulmonary artery..
Read More
1. Preoperative Planning & Coordination •Multidisciplinary alignment (cardiac surgery, transplant hepatology, anesthesia, perfusion) •Donor organ assessment and synchronized timing of procurement •Hemodynamic optimization and coagulation planning •blood products (massive..
Read More
Dr.Sam Zeraatian Nejad Davani, Cardiovascular and Transplant surgeon. Advanced Fellow of Thoracic Organs Transplantation Chicago Illinois. ..
Read More
Heterotopic heart transplantation, also known as the “piggyback” or “double heart” transplant, involves implanting a donor heart alongside the recipient’s native heart rather than replacing it. This technique is..
Read More
Perfusion Management – Technical Notes Core Perfusion Strategy •Full CPB with bicaval cannulation •Target DHCA at 18–20°C •Ensure excellent venous drainage •Maintain uniform cooling (ΔT <10°C)..
Read More
Technical Challenges & Surgical Strategy Background •Aorto–pulmonary fistula is a rare but life-threatening complication •Common in redo cardiac surgery •Frequently associated with: •Prior aortic valve/root procedures •Infective endocarditis..
Read More
Heart Procurement and Placement on OCS – Stepwise Approach I. Preoperative Preparation 1.Team Preparation •Confirm donor consent and organ allocation. •Communicate with recipient surgical team and..
Read More