Atherosclerosis is a leading cause of cardiovascular disease. Recent advances in molecular biology have deepened our understanding of its...

A patient was diagnosed with infective endocarditis caused by Candida parapsilosis, which further led to inflammation of the right...

Pericardial cysts comprise 6–7% of mediastinal masses. On average, they have a diameter of 5.4 cm and are rarely...

Aortic atresia with interrupted aortic arch is usually incompatible with life. The survival of a newborn is only possible...

Central venous catheter (CVC) insertion is a common procedure providing direct access to the central venous system. Potential mechanical,...

CONCLUSIONS: Human and bovine pericardium grafts significantly differ from healthy TA in terms of stress, elastic modulus, strength, and...