Minimally invasive valve surgery

Article Abstract:

Minimally invasive mitral valve surgery, less costly than the conventional procedure, has been developed. Technologic advances make this new procedure possible. It causes less pain and gives quicker healing and faster recovery. Heartport, Inc. (Redwood City, CA) makes the port-access mitral valve replacement system, which has four major components including a port-access-compatible St. Jude prosthetic valve. The system, which uses a port-access approach to mitral valve repair or replacement, is used at Allegheny General Hospital (Pittsburgh, PA), where implications are being studied.

Product information, Mitral valve, Heartport Inc., HPRT

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Volume lung reduction surgery: a review

Article Abstract:

Lung volume reduction surgery (LVRS) may be an effective option for emphysema patients unresponsive to medical therapy. Emphysema, a form of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is the fastest growing cause of illness and death in the US. First proposed in 1960, LVRS is the removal of lung tissue to improve the elastic recoil of the airways. In most cases, about 25% of the lung volume is removed by staple resection. Initial intensive care and early ambulation are important in postoperative care. Pulmonary function can significantly improve after surgery.

Lung diseases, Obstructive, Lungs, Chronic obstructive lung disease, Emphysema, Pulmonary, Emphysema, Lung surgery

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Legal Review

Article Abstract:

Historically it has been the physician's responsibility to inform the patient of risks. In Magana v. Elie, a decision of the Illinois Appellate Court, the court suggested that the hospital may be liable for a physician's failure to obtain informed consent. In many cases hospitals have not been held responsible for failure to obtain consent. However, the Magana case can be considered one of a series of cases in states imposing liability for corporate negligence.

Medicine, Legal Issues, Lawsuits, Hospital, Court Cases, Liability

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