Mastery of Cardiothoracic Surgery, 4th Edition (Videos Only)

The Ultimate Advanced Reference for Cardiothoracic, Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery

Mastery of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Fourth Edition is one of the most respected and comprehensive educational resources in cardiothoracic surgery, providing expert instruction on adult cardiac surgery, thoracic surgery, congenital cardiac surgery, minimally invasive procedures, robotic surgery, structural heart interventions, and advanced cardiothoracic techniques.

Edited by renowned surgeons Larry R. Kaiser, MD, Irving L. Kron, MD, Joseph B. Shrager, MD, Gorav Ailawadi, MD, and Stephanie M. Fuller, MD, this latest edition continues the acclaimed Mastery Series tradition by combining detailed procedural instruction, expert surgical guidance, practical operative pearls, and editor commentary that helps surgeons refine technique, avoid complications, and optimize patient outcomes.

Designed for cardiothoracic surgery fellows, residents, practicing cardiac surgeons, thoracic surgeons, and cardiovascular specialists, this resource delivers step-by-step procedural mastery from preoperative planning through postoperative management.

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (LWW)
Edition: Fourth Edition
Publication Date: October 23, 2024
ISBN-13: 978-1975213008

Course Overview

Cardiothoracic surgery continues to evolve rapidly with innovations in robotic surgery, minimally invasive procedures, transcatheter interventions, mechanical circulatory support, and structural heart therapies.

This fourth edition provides an extensive review of both traditional and emerging cardiothoracic procedures, emphasizing:

• Patient selection
• Surgical indications
• Operative planning
• Technical execution
• Intraoperative decision making
• Postoperative care
• Complication management

Each chapter follows the unique Mastery Series format, concluding with expert editorial commentary that highlights practical surgical tips, technical nuances, and lessons learned from leading surgeons worldwide.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this educational program, participants will be able to:

• Apply evidence-based approaches to cardiothoracic surgical diseases.
• Select appropriate candidates for cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures.
• Perform advanced open, minimally invasive, robotic, and transcatheter procedures.
• Recognize and manage perioperative complications.
• Optimize postoperative outcomes.
• Understand emerging technologies in structural heart interventions.
• Apply modern techniques for congenital and adult cardiac surgery.
• Incorporate advanced mechanical circulatory support strategies into practice.
• Improve surgical efficiency and operative decision-making.
• Master contemporary cardiothoracic surgical techniques.

Major Areas Covered

Thoracic Surgery

Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)

• Right-sided VATS Lobectomy
• Left-sided VATS Lobectomy
• Thoracoscopic pulmonary resections
• Minimally invasive thoracic procedures

Robotic Thoracic Surgery

• Right-sided Robotic Lobectomy
• Left-sided Robotic Lobectomy
• Robotic pulmonary surgery
• Robotic thoracic techniques

Lung Surgery

• Segmentectomy
• Lung volume reduction surgery
• Complex pulmonary resections
• Thoracic oncology procedures

Airway & Esophageal Surgery

• Tracheobronchoplasty
• Advanced endoscopic esophageal procedures
• Airway reconstruction techniques

Mediastinal Surgery

• VATS Thymectomy
• Robotic Thymectomy
• Mediastinal mass management

Diaphragm Disorders

• Diaphragmatic paralysis
• Diaphragm pacing procedures

Adult Cardiac Surgery

Coronary Artery Disease

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)

• Conventional CABG
• Multiarterial grafting
• Off-pump coronary surgery
• Hybrid coronary revascularization

Minimally Invasive Coronary Surgery

• Minimally invasive multivessel CABG
• Robotic coronary surgery
• Advanced revascularization strategies

Mitral Valve Surgery

Mitral Valve Repair

• Degenerative mitral valve repair
• Respecting the leaflets technique
• Complex mitral reconstruction

Mitral Valve Replacement

• Chordal sparing mitral replacement
• Advanced prosthetic valve techniques

Infective Endocarditis

• Surgery for mitral valve endocarditis
• Complex reconstructive procedures

Transcatheter Mitral Interventions

• Novel transcatheter mitral repair devices
• Transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR)

Tricuspid Valve Surgery

Surgical Procedures

• Minimally invasive tricuspid surgery
• Tricuspid valve reconstruction
• Tricuspid replacement

Transcatheter Interventions

• Transcatheter tricuspid repair
• Transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement

Aortic Valve & Aortic Root Surgery

Surgical Valve Replacement

• Conventional AVR
• Minimally invasive AVR
• Aortic annular enlargement

Structural Heart Interventions

• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)

Complex Aortic Procedures

• Bentall procedure
• Aortic root replacement
• Valve-sparing techniques

Aortic & Great Vessel Surgery

Thoracic Aortic Disease

• Ascending aortic aneurysms
• Descending thoracic aneurysms
• Thoracoabdominal aneurysms
• Acute aortic dissection

Advanced Aortic Reconstruction

• Open surgical repair
• Hybrid procedures
• Endovascular integration

Cardiac Arrhythmia Surgery

Surgical Atrial Fibrillation Management

• Maze procedures
• Minimally invasive AF surgery
• Hybrid AF treatment

Stroke Prevention

• Left atrial appendage occlusion techniques
• Surgical LAA closure

Mechanical Circulatory Support

Ventricular Assist Devices

LVAD

• Minimally invasive LVAD implantation
• Advanced heart failure management

RVAD

• Right ventricular assist devices
• Temporary and durable support

Transplantation & Advanced Heart Failure

Heart Failure Surgery

• Advanced heart failure management
• Mechanical support integration

Adult Congenital Heart Disease

• Adult congenital surgery
• Complex congenital repair strategies

Key Features

✔ Complete cardiothoracic surgery curriculum

✔ Adult cardiac, thoracic, and congenital surgery coverage

✔ Minimally invasive and robotic surgery techniques

✔ Structural heart interventions including TAVR and TMVR

✔ Detailed operative guidance

✔ Step-by-step procedural instruction

✔ Management of perioperative complications

✔ Full-color illustrations and surgical artwork

✔ Expert editor commentary after every chapter

✔ Contemporary evidence-based surgical strategies

✔ Practical tips from world-renowned surgeons

Who Should Study This Resource?

This program is ideal for:

• Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellows
• Cardiac Surgeons
• Thoracic Surgeons
• Congenital Heart Surgeons
• Cardiologists
• Structural Heart Specialists
• Cardiothoracic Surgery Residents
• Heart Failure Specialists
• Cardiac Anesthesiologists
• Advanced Practice Providers working in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Why This Resource Stands Out

✔ One of the most respected cardiothoracic surgery references worldwide

✔ Covers both traditional and cutting-edge procedures

✔ Includes robotic, minimally invasive, and transcatheter techniques

✔ Expert editorial commentary unavailable in most surgical texts

✔ Focuses on technical mastery and complication avoidance

✔ Strong integration of structural heart and surgical therapies

✔ Comprehensive thoracic and cardiac surgery coverage

✔ Ideal for board preparation and advanced clinical practice