The Atrium: Extended Resections

In this episode of The Atrium, host Dr. Alice Copperwheat speaks with Dr. Maninder Kalkat, a consultant cardiothoracic surgeon in the Regional Department of Thoracic Surgery at University Hospital Birmingham, about extended resections. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:07 Inspiration & Areas of Interest 03:23 Definition & Classification 09:28 History 10:16 Preop Considerations 19:07 Operating Team Plan 22:23 Fitness for Surgery 23:55 Airway Resections 31:33 Chest Wall Resections 36:17 Reconstructive Material 38:43 Vascular Resections 43:53 Postoperative Care 47:59 Future of Extended Resections 50:15 Summary 50:48 Surgery Training Tips They provided an overview of extended resections, including the definition, indications, and examples, as well as the history of extended resections. They also discussed preoperative considerations and examined airway resections, detailing what it is, indications, and the technical principles of the operation. Additionally, they explored chest wall resections, including the definition, indications, and technical principles. Drs. Copperwheat and Kalkat also examined vascular resections, highlighting what they are, indications, and the technical aspects involved. They also reviewed postoperative considerations, complications, and outcomes. Finally, they shared training tips, future directions, and key principles in extended resections. The Atrium is a monthly podcast presenting clinical and career-focused topics for residents and early career professionals across all cardiothoracic surgery subspecialties. Keep an eye out for next month’s episode. Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.