New Insights into Thoracoscopic, Minimally Invasive Cardiac and Cardio-Vascular Surgeries

Dear Colleagues,

Over the years, thoracic surgery has acquired considerable innovations facilitated by advanced techniques of thoracoscopic surgery and robotic-assisted thoracic surgery. Minimally invasive surgical approaches are also becoming more common in cardiac surgery. The development of transcatheter techniques has revolutionized the endovascular treatment of valve diseases, as well as thoracic and/or abdominal aortic diseases. Advances in medical devices and surgical techniques continue to enhance the quality of life for patients with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

We invite original research articles, comprehensive reviews and clinical studies that contribute to the existing knowledge of thoracic surgery, cardiac surgery and vascular surgery. Submissions should focus on clinical insights, recent progress and the application of new technologies in the field.

Dr. Alfonso Fiorelli
Guest Editor

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• thoracoscopic
• interventional bronchoscopy
• minimally invasive surgery
• cardio-vascular surgery
• thoracic disease