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Lehigh Valley Health Network

Department of Surgery

2022

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Mid-Term Outcome Of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (Tavr) In Patients With Renal Failure On Hemodialysis, Ibrahim Khalil, Sakshi Patel, Mary Mcfarland, Puja Patel Md, Alexander Makkinejad, James K. Wu Md Jul 2022

Mid-Term Outcome Of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (Tavr) In Patients With Renal Failure On Hemodialysis, Ibrahim Khalil, Sakshi Patel, Mary Mcfarland, Puja Patel Md, Alexander Makkinejad, James K. Wu Md

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No abstract provided.


Risk Factors In Traumatic Injury With Periprosthetic Fracture, Michael Andres, Lauern Ladehoff, Victor Shen, Clara Freedman, Robert P Wessel Md, Matthew D. Painter Md Jul 2022

Risk Factors In Traumatic Injury With Periprosthetic Fracture, Michael Andres, Lauern Ladehoff, Victor Shen, Clara Freedman, Robert P Wessel Md, Matthew D. Painter Md

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No abstract provided.


Comparing Lvhn Standard Of Care Equipment And Delfin Technologies Equipment For Burn Scar Assessment, Charlotte Samuelson, Sigrid A. Blome-Eberwein Md Jul 2022

Comparing Lvhn Standard Of Care Equipment And Delfin Technologies Equipment For Burn Scar Assessment, Charlotte Samuelson, Sigrid A. Blome-Eberwein Md

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Outcomes Of Lytic Therapy On Empyema And Loculated Pleural Effusion, Mary Mcfarland, Sakshi Patel, Ibrahim Khalil, Katherine M. Penetar Dnp, Crnp, Sanjay M. Mehta Md, James K. Wu Md Jul 2022

Outcomes Of Lytic Therapy On Empyema And Loculated Pleural Effusion, Mary Mcfarland, Sakshi Patel, Ibrahim Khalil, Katherine M. Penetar Dnp, Crnp, Sanjay M. Mehta Md, James K. Wu Md

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Outcomes Of Ultrasonic Aspirator Use For Mac Debridement In Mitral Valve Replacement Surgery, Sakshi Patel, Ibrahim Khalil, Mary Mcfarland, Alexander Makkinejad, Puja Patel Md, James K. Wu Md Jul 2022

Outcomes Of Ultrasonic Aspirator Use For Mac Debridement In Mitral Valve Replacement Surgery, Sakshi Patel, Ibrahim Khalil, Mary Mcfarland, Alexander Makkinejad, Puja Patel Md, James K. Wu Md

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Pulmonary Artery Root Replacement For Leiomyosarcoma: A Viable Thoracic Oncovascular Operation., Papus Keita, Matthew Janko, Nicholas J Peterman, Sandor Toledo, Marc Pelletier May 2022

Pulmonary Artery Root Replacement For Leiomyosarcoma: A Viable Thoracic Oncovascular Operation., Papus Keita, Matthew Janko, Nicholas J Peterman, Sandor Toledo, Marc Pelletier

Department of Surgery Residents

Leiomyosarcoma of the pulmonary artery is a rare but potentially fatal disease. Due to its rarity, the treatment algorithm is not well-established. While there may be a role for both chemotherapy and radiotherapy, surgical management is the most definitive method. Unfortunately, when the disease process is advanced, surgery may not be curative. However, it may still be a palliative treatment option. In this case report, we present a patient who suffered from respiratory symptoms that were initially attributed to pulmonary embolism (PE). However, upon the diagnosis of pulmonary artery leiomyosarcoma (PAL), surgery intervention was undertaken and resulted in an improved …


Transcatheter Occlusion Of A Patent Ductus Arteriosus For A Symptomatic Left-To-Right Shunt., Papus Keita, Frank Han, Nicholas J Peterman, Sandor Toledo, Anthony Munaco May 2022

Transcatheter Occlusion Of A Patent Ductus Arteriosus For A Symptomatic Left-To-Right Shunt., Papus Keita, Frank Han, Nicholas J Peterman, Sandor Toledo, Anthony Munaco

Department of Surgery Residents

Congenital diaphragmatic hernias (CDH) can induce life-threatening pulmonary hypertension and right heart failure. The patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is often maintained in CDH to allow for decompression into the systemic circulation. However, if the PDA becomes hemodynamically significant, PDA closure may be indicated. Traditional methods rely on pharmacological closure. In this report, we document a rare transcatheter closure of a hemodynamically significant PDA.


Providencia Rettgeri Infection Compromising Post-Burn Recovery: A Lesson In The Importance Of Follow-Up Care., Mallorie L Huff, Sigrid A. Blome-Eberwein Md May 2022

Providencia Rettgeri Infection Compromising Post-Burn Recovery: A Lesson In The Importance Of Follow-Up Care., Mallorie L Huff, Sigrid A. Blome-Eberwein Md

Department of Surgery

Early burn excision and skin grafting have been essential to improving patient outcomes following a burn injury. However, there remain significant barriers to recovery for burn patients, especially in the post-discharge period, as follow-up care is essential to the timely identification of complications. While the infection is a common complication of a post-burn wound,


A Severe Case Of Odontogenic Infection And Necrotizing Fasciitis Of The Anterior Chest Wall And Neck., Mallorie L Huff, Kyle S Wilson Md, Kathleen E. Kane Md, Kathryn L Wheel Md, Joseph J. Stirparo Md Feb 2022

A Severe Case Of Odontogenic Infection And Necrotizing Fasciitis Of The Anterior Chest Wall And Neck., Mallorie L Huff, Kyle S Wilson Md, Kathleen E. Kane Md, Kathryn L Wheel Md, Joseph J. Stirparo Md

Department of Surgery

Necrotizing fasciitis is a life-threatening infection that can be rapidly fatal. Early identification and emergent surgical management are essential to minimize morbidity and mortality. This case report describes a 25-year-old male who presented to the emergency department with a three-day history of worsening left lower dental infection and new-onset neck pain and swelling. He received broad-spectrum antibiotics and intravenous fluid resuscitation and underwent computed tomography of the neck and chest. Following intensive care unit admission, he underwent tooth extraction where intraoperative evaluation revealed subcutaneous crepitus. Immediate debridement was performed, revealing copious foul-smelling purulent discharge and necrotic tissue extending over the …