Vol 15, No 9 (September 28, 2023): Journal of Thoracic Disease

Editorial

A novel solution to detect pleural adhesions pre-operatively
Marc Fortin
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:4548-4549
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Patient selection for left ventricular unloading: is lactate the vital piece of the puzzle?
Alexander M. Griffioen, Gerard C. Swart, Robert Jan M. van Geuns
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:4550-4554
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Mechanical circulatory support with ECMELLA approach in severe cardiogenic shock patients—state of the art
Gaik Nersesian, Evgenij Potapov
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:4555-4557
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Beating the odds: long-term survival after lung transplantation
Aitua C. Salami, Stephen J. Huddleston
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:4558-4560
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Going the distance: predictors of multi-decade survival following lung transplantation
A. Justin Rucker, Matthew G. Hartwig
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:4561-4563
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How to manage bleeding and air leaks in thoracic surgery
Tomohiro Yazawa, Hitoshi Igai, Toshiteru Nagashima, Ken Shirabe
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:4564-4566
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Lung nodule in patients with extrathoracic primary cancer—not always what it seems
Stefan Sponholz
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:4567-4569
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Current status of non-intubated uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (NIUVTS) for lung cancer
Kyoji Hirai
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4570-4572
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Combining the best of both worlds: sternal elevation for resection of anterior mediastinal tumors through the subxiphoidal uniportal video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery approach
Nicky Janssen, Aimée J. P. M. Franssen, Jean H. T. Daemen, Lori M. van Roozendaal, Karel W. E. Hulsewé, Yvonne L. J. Vissers, Dawn E. Jaroszewski, Erik R. de Loos
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4573-4576
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Original Article

Utility of multimodal sampling and testing during advanced bronchoscopy for diagnosing atypical respiratory infections in a Coccidioides-endemic region
Ara A. Chrissian, Sevwandi De Silva, Michele Quan, Erin Wiltchik, Pranjal Patel, Brian Furukawa, Daniel Rogstad, Nicholas Rockwood, Elliot Ho, Gregory Cheek
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4577-4595
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A modified prosthesis eversion technique for proximal anastomosis in ascending aorta replacement
Hua-Jie Zheng, Xian-Pu Zhang, San-Jiu Yu, De-Qing Lin, Yong-Bo Cheng, Chao-Jun Yan, Ping He, Jun Li, Wei Cheng
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4596-4605
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PD-1 inhibitors-associated myocarditis in non-small cell lung cancer patients
Yuwen He, Wanwen Chen, Junying Cai, Caiyin Luo, Chengzhi Zhou, Li Wei
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4606-4619
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Expression of EGFR-mutant proteins and genomic evolution in EGFR-mutant transformed small cell lung cancer
Shi-Ling Zhang, Chan-Yuan Zhang, Yu-Qing Chen, Yu-Fa Li, Zhi Xie, Xu-Chao Zhang, Qing Zhou, Wen-Zhao Zhong, Jie Huang, Hao Sun, Ming-Ying Zheng, Fa-Man Xiao, Hong-Hong Yan, Dan-Xia Lu, Zhi-Yi Lv, Yi-Long Wu, Hua-Jun Chen, Jin-Ji Yang
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4620-4635
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CyberKnife® stereotactic radiation therapy for stage I lung cancer and pulmonary oligometastases: is fiducial implantation still relevant?—a cohort study
Victor Oudin, Julia Salleron, Vincent Marchesi, Didier Peiffert, Myriam Khadige, Jean-Christophe Faivre
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4636-4647
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Perioperative systemic magnesium sulfate minimizes the incidence of atrial fibrillation after thoracotomy for lung resection: a prospective observational study
Verena Ghezel-Ahmadi, David Ghezel-Ahmadi, Grietje Beck, Servet Bölükbas
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4648-4656
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The essential role of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in pain control following robotic thoracoscopic lung resections
Daniel J. Gross, Karishma Kodia, Ahmed Alnajar, Nestor R. Villamizar, Dao M. Nguyen
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4657-4667
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Assessment of a collaborative treatment model for trimodal management of esophageal cancer
Brooks V. Udelsman, Theresa Ermer, Sora Ely, Maureen E. Canavan, Peter Zhan, Daniel J. Boffa, Justin D. Blasberg
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4668-4680
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Impact of sepsis on Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status among fully ambulatory patients: a prospective nationwide multicenter cohort
Kyu Jin Lee, Ji Young Park, Kyeongman Jeon, Ryoung-Eun Ko, Gee Yong Suh, Sung Yun Lim, Yeon Joo Lee, Dong Kyu Oh, Mi-Hyeon Park, Chae-Man Lim, Sunghoon Park; On behalf of the Korean Sepsis Alliance (KSA) investigators
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4681-4692
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Systematic review and meta-analysis of time-to-event long-term outcomes following the Ross procedure
Junichi Shimamura, Shinichi Fukuhara, Yujiro Yokoyama, Hisato Takagi, Maral Ouzounian, Toshiki Kuno
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4693-4702
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Intrinsic pulmonary sealing, its mechanisms and impact on validity and translational value of lung sealant studies: a pooled analysis of animal studies
Bob P. Hermans, Wilson W. L. Li, Edwin A. Roozen, Daniël I. M. van Dort, Shoko Vos, Stefan M. van der Heide, Erik H. F. M. van der Heijden, Richard P. G. ten Broek, Harry van Goor, Ad F. T. M. Verhagen
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4703-4716
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Prevention of contamination after endotracheal intubation using a dedicated sleeve
Alejandro Pino, Justin J. Lee, Nazish K. Hashmi, Amanda Brucker, Shein-Chung Chow, Kamran Mahmood
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4717-4724
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The long-term impact of COVID-19 pneumonia on pulmonary function and exercise capacity
Warawut Chaiwong, Athavudh Deesomchok, Chaicharn Pothirat, Chalerm Liwsrisakun, Pilaiporn Duangjit, Chaiwat Bumroongkit, Theerakorn Theerakittikul, Atikun Limsukon, Pattraporn Tajarernmuang, Konlawij Trongtrakul, Nutchanok Niyatiwatchanchai
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4725-4735
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New method for delineation of the intersegmental line in a deflated lung
Shoji Okado, Yuka Kadomatsu, Megumi Nakao, Harushi Ueno, Koichi Fukumoto, Shota Nakamura, Toyofumi Fengshi Chen-Yoshikawa
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4736-4744
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Surgical outcomes of 500 robot-assisted minimally invasive esophagectomies for esophageal carcinoma
Yun-Ho Jeon, Jae Kwang Yun, Yong Ho Jeong, Chung-Sik Gong, Yoon Se Lee, Yong-Hee Kim
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4745-4756
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Black race and lower age at surgery are associated with smoking relapse in a safety-net setting after surgery for stage I non-small cell lung cancer
Aniket Vazirani, Adriana Rodriguez, Flaminio Pavesi, Shannon McDermott, Howard Cabral, Ehab Billatos, Kei Suzuki
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:4757-4764
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Is preoperative intracranial hemorrhage a surgical contraindication in infective endocarditis with stroke?
June Lee, Hyun Ah Lim, Seok Beom Hong, Yong Han Kim, Hwan Wook Kim, Do Yeon Kim
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:4765-4774
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Quantitative analyzes of the variability in airways via four-dimensional dynamic ventilation CT in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: correlation with spirometry data and severity of airflow limitation
Wei-Ting Hu, Wei Chen, Min Zhou, Jing Fan, Fuhua Yan, Bing Liu, Fang-Ying Lu, Rong Chen, Yi Guo, Wenjie Yang
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4775-4786
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The impact of postoperative cerebrospinal fluid drainage on neurological improvement following thoracic aortic and thoracoabdominal aortic surgery
Tomohiro Nakajima, Yutaka Iba, Tsuyoshi Shibata, Shingo Tsushima, Ayaka Arihara, Itaru Hosaka, Akihito Okawa, Junji Nakazawa, Nobuyoshi Kawaharada
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4787-4794
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Prognostic significance of limited resection in pathologic stage I lung adenocarcinoma with spread through air spaces
Kuan Xu, Hanqing Huang, Qian Zhu, Tangbing Chen, Minjun Shi, Hong Yu, Bo Ye
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4795-4807
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Machine learning analysis of primary hyperhidrosis for classification of hyperhidrosis type and prediction of compensatory hyperhidrosis
Kwan Yong Hyun, Jae Jun Kim, Kyong Shil Im, Bong Sung Lee, Yun Ji Kim
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4808-4817
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Placental transmogrification of the lung: CT findings with pathologic correlation in six patients
Sang Hwa Shin, Yoon Ki Cha, Jong Hee Kim, Jung Han Woo, Tae Jung Kim, Myung Jin Chung, Joungho Han, Yun-Jung Lim
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4818-4825
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Comparison of self- and balloon-expandable valves in patients with dilatated ascending aorta undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement
Kang An, Fengwen Zhang, Wenbin Ouyang, Xiangbin Pan
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:4826-4835
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Radiation dose of cone beam CT combined with shape sensing robotic assisted bronchoscopy for the evaluation of pulmonary lesions: an observational single center study
Kim Styrvoky, Audra Schwalk, David Pham, Kristine Madsen, Hsienchang T. Chiu, Muhanned Abu-Hijleh
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4836-4848
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Robotic chest wall resection for primary benign chest wall tumors and locally advanced lung cancer: an institutional case series and national report
Raymond A. Verm, Wickii T. Vigneswaran, Andrew Lin, Joseph Zywiciel, Richard Freeman, Zaid M. Abdelsattar
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4849-4858
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Nadir oxygen delivery during cardiopulmonary bypass in acute type A aortic dissection repair
Qinbao Peng, Minjia Cai, Xing Chen, Tianxiao Lin, Weipeng Meng, Li Guan, Peng Zhu, Shaoyi Zheng, Jun Lu, Pengyu Zhou
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4859-4868
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Impact of anesthetic factors on prognosis of patients with non-small cell lung cancer after surgery
Wenzhi Zhu, Shuang Li, Xinqiang Ji, Hongyu Tan
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4869-4884
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Yiqi Yangjing recipe stimulates apoptosis while suppressing the energy metabolism via under-expression of PFKFB3 in A549 cells
Yu-Han Wang, Qing-Ting Wang, Xiao-Ting Wu, Yun Dong, Qing Cui, Ya-Ning Zhou, Xi-Wen Yang, Wen-Feng Lu, Wan-Yu Li, Hui Wang, Xiao-Dong Zhao, Ming Zhang
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4885-4895
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A predictive model for the identification of the risk of sepsis in patients with Gram-positive bacteria in the intensive care unit
Xiaohong Chen, Yufeng Zhou, Li Luo, Xiaojing Peng, Tao Xiang
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4896-4913
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Predictive value of serum β2-microglobulin in cardiac valve calcification in maintenance hemodialysis patients
Yan Shen, Jia-Jia Chen, Wu-Bin Yao, Su-Juan Feng, Hong-Li Yang, Dong-Mei Chen, Vimal Master Sankar Raj, Liang-Lan Shen, Hua-Xing Huang
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4914-4924
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Real-world effectiveness of azvudine for patients infected with the SARS-CoV-2 omicron subvariant BA.5 in an intensive care unit
Xiuping Qi, Yun Yang, Baoqiang Gong, Zhiwei Li, Dong Liang
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4925-4937
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A new prognostic model of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma based on Cloud-least squares support vector machine
Ke Liu, Liu-Qing Shen, Dian-Bao Zhang, Yi-Xin Kang, Yi-Xuan Wang, Pan Chen, Ran Zhang, Bian-Li Gu, Ye-Lin Jiao, Xiang Yuan, Yi-Jun Qi, She-Gan Gao
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4938-4948
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Gene modules and genes associated with postoperative atrial fibrillation: weighted gene co-expression network analysis and circRNA-miRNA-mRNA regulatory network analysis
Xiaomeng Chen, Huaiguang Tang, Kongmiao Lu, Zhaozhuo Niu, Wei Sheng, Ho Young Hwang, Philip Y. K. Pang, Joseph D. Phillips, Ali Khoynezhad, Xiaolu Qu, Bingong Li, Wei Han
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4949-4960
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Surgical stabilization of multiple rib fractures in an Asian population: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Weiwei He, Yi Yang, Raymark Salonga, Ledford Powell, Patrick Greiffenstein, Jonne T. H. Prins, Stephen Patrick Abella
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4961-4975
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Diagnostic and treatment value of XPNPEP3 in acute myocardial infarction
Lunna Ai, Yuqi Liu, Yundai Chen
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4976-4986
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Time-course transcriptome analysis of lungs from mice infected with inhaled aerosolized Stenotrophomonas maltophilia
Guangyang Xu, Hui Liu, Dunling Xia, Yan Zhao, Yao Qian, Hongyan Han, Jiahua Pan, Hua Jiang, Yongqiang Jiang, Gengyun Sun
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:4987-5005
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Cullin7 induces docetaxel resistance by regulating the protein level of the antiapoptotic protein Survivin in lung adenocarcinoma cells
Yumiao Li, Wenyi He, Xiangpeng Gao, Xiaomei Lu, Fangni Xie, Sang-Won Um, Min-Woong Kang, Hua Yang, Yanhong Shang, Zhiyu Wang, Jiejun Fu, Youchao Jia
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5006-5019
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Brief Report

Tumor-to-thoracic height ratio as an easy method to predict the feasibility of reduced-port video-assisted thoracic surgery for mediastinal lesions in children: a single-center experience
Haruhiko Shiiya, Kichizo Kaga, Hideki Ujiie, Aki Fujiwara-Kuroda, Jun Muto, Shunsuke Nomura, Shohei Honda, Tatsuya Kato
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5020-5028
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Case Series

Simultaneous surgical treatment of aortic coarctation and aortic root disease: a report of case series
Bo Yang, Xiaochun Duan, Huanyu Qiao, Yongmin Liu, Xiaona Wang, Wenxing Peng
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5029-5036
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Surgical Technique

FlatWire Sternal Closure System technique for median sternotomy closure
Audrey L. Khoury, Sapna Patel, Smith Ngeve, Kayla Doughty, Hadley K. Wilson, Thomas G. Caranasos
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5037-5040
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Review Article

Sex differences in coronary artery bypass graft surgery outcomes: a narrative review
Lamia Harik, Roberto Perezgrovas-Olaria, Giovanni Jr Soletti, Arnaldo Dimagli, Talal Alzghari, Kevin R. An, Gianmarco Cancelli, Mario Gaudino
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5041-5054
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The growing impact of air quality on lung-related illness: a narrative review
Parnia Behinaein, Hollis Hutchings, Thomas Knapp, Ikenna C. Okereke
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5055-5063
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Hyperthermic intrapleural chemotherapy: an update
Megan E. Campany, Pedro A. Reck dos Santos, Britton B. Donato, Cory M. Alwardt, Vinicius Ernani, Jonathan D’Cunha, Staci E. Beamer
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5064-5073
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Cardiac transplantation in adult congenital heart disease: a narrative review
Noy Meshulami, Pritik Shah, Shubhi Kaushik, Raghav Murthy
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5074-5087
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Transesophageal endoscopic ultrasound with bronchoscope-guided fine-needle aspiration for diagnostic and staging purposes: a narrative review
Goohyeon Hong, Masahide Oki
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5088-5098
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Analgesia in esophagectomy: a narrative review
Minke L. Feenstra, Mark I. van Berge Henegouwen, Markus W. Hollmann, Jeroen Hermanides, Wietse J. Eshuis
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5099-5111
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Methods for detecting of cardiac troponin I biomarkers for myocardial infarction using biosensors: a narrative review of recent research
Qingzhuo Chen, Wenxin Wu, Ke Wang, Zhijun Han, Chengjian Yang
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5112-5121
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Case Report: iMDT Corner

Successful repair of acquired intrathoracic nonmalignant tracheoesophageal fistulas using thoracoacromial artery perforator flap through a midsternal incision approach: a report of three cases
Peisong Yuan, Benoit Jacques Bibas, Takuya Nagashima, Hei-Yu Matthew Chen, Camilla Poggi, Fei Chen, Yang Hu
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5122-5133
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Original Article on Sleep Section1

Screening practices for obstructive sleep apnea in healthy community people: a Chinese community-based study
Guo Pei, Qiong Ou, Guangliang Shan, Yaoda Hu, Miaochan Lao, Yanxia Xu, Longlong Wang, Jiaoying Tan, Bin Lu
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:5134-5149
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Review Article on Minimally Invasive Treatment of Pectus Deformities2

Minimally invasive repair of pectus excavatum in adults: a review article of presentation, workup, and surgical treatment
Mohamed R. Aly, Juan M. Farina, Michael M. Botros, Dawn E. Jaroszewski
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:5150-5173
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Review Article on Why is the Outcome Good? Secrets of Lung Transplantation in Japan3

Roles of respirologists in lung transplantation in Japan: narrative review
Takashi Hirama, Yoshinori Okada
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:5174-5181
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Long-term management and outcome of lung transplantation in Japan
Seiichiro Sugimoto, Kei Matsubara, Shin Tanaka, Kentaroh Miyoshi, Megumi Ishihara, Shinichi Toyooka
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5182-5194
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Integrated cardiothoracic team approach for complex lung transplantation procedures in Japan—current status and future direction
Yasushi Shintani, Soichiro Funaki, Takashi Kanou, Naoko Ose, Toru Kimura, Eriko Fukui, Masato Minami, Shigeru Miyagawa
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:5195-5203
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The history of Japanese lung transplantation: the unique pathway to establishing the program and its initial success
Takeshi Shiraishi, Kensuke Midorikawa, So Miyahara, Ryuichi Waseda, Toshihiko Sato
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5204-5212
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Roles and practice of living-related lobar lung transplantation
Daisuke Nakajima, Hiroshi Date
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5213-5220
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Review Article on Extracorporeal Life Support in Thoracic Surgery4

Extracorporeal life support as a bridge to lung transplantation: a narrative review
Eleonora Faccioli, Ilhan Inci
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5221-5231
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The role of extracorporeal life support in extended lung resections for non-small cell lung cancer: a narrative review
William Lorenzi, Olaf Mercier
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5232-5238
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Extracorporeal life support use in limited lung function: a narrative review
João Santos Silva, Daniel Cabral, Paulo Almeida Calvinho, Anne Olland, Pierre-Emmanuel Falcoz
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5239-5247
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Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation in the surgical management of large mediastinal masses: a narrative review
Eric M. Wherley, Daniel J. Gross, Dao M. Nguyen
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5248-5255
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Letter to the Editor

The benefits of combining the latest technology in thoracic surgery
Michael R. Gooseman, Vasileios Tentzeris, Michael E. Cowen
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
(9)
:5256-5257
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Detailed association between hepatic dysfunction and tricuspid valve surgery
Yuki Hida, Teruhiko Imamura
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:5258-5259
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If a job’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well at optimal timing
Mi Hee Lim, Hyung Gon Je
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:5260-5261
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Erratum

Erratum to clinical analysis of hospital acquired mycoplasma pneumoniae infection after cardiac surgery: a case series
Editorial Office
Journal of Thoracic Disease  
2023;
15
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:5262
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Disclosure

1. The series “Sleep Section” was commissioned by the editorial office, Journal of Thoracic Disease without any funding or sponsorship.

2. The series “Minimally Invasive Treatment of Pectus Deformities” was commissioned by the editorial office, Journal of Thoracic Disease without any funding or sponsorship. Erik R. de Loos, Jean H. T. Daemen and Frank-Martin Haecker served as the unpaid Guest Editors for the series.

3. The series “Why Is the Outcome Good? Secrets of Lung Transplantation in Japan” was commissioned by the editorial office, Journal of Thoracic Disease without any funding or sponsorship. Masaaki Sato served as the unpaid Guest Editor for the series.

4. The series “Extracorporeal Life Support in Thoracic Surgery” was commissioned by the editorial office, Journal of Thoracic Disease without any funding or sponsorship. Ilhan Inci served as the unpaid Guest Editor for the series.