Edward Soltesz

Oct 18, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Jean-Luc A. Maigrot |Randall C. Starling |Edward Soltesz |Nicholas G. Smedira

1 INTRODUCTION The Impella 5.5 (Abiomed) is a surgically implanted temporary microaxial transvalvular left ventricular assist device (LVAD) utilized to support patients in cardiogenic shock or to provide periprocedural hemodynamic support to those undergoing cardiac interventions who are considered high-risk for developing cardiogenic shock.1-3 The device is often utilized as a component of an overall heart failure management program, either as a bridge to recovery, to decision, or to...

Apr 3, 2024 | ctsnet.org | Edward Soltesz

This video is a part of CTSNet’s World’s Best Centers for Cardiothoracic Surgery: United States series. View every video in the World’s Best series and stay tuned for more. Watch Dr. Edward Soltesz, a cardiac surgeon at the Cleveland Clinic, discuss and demonstrate his method for performing a Bio-Bentall procedure and myectomy. DisclaimerThe information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet.

Nov 27, 2023 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Aaron Weiss |Faisal G. Bakaeen |Edward Soltesz |Jean-Luc A. Maigrot

1 INTRODUCTION Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a major cause of mortality worldwide and is associated with significant disability and impaired quality of life.1 Ischemic cardiomyopathy (ICM) is characterized by ventricular dysfunction resulting from impaired myocardial blood flow due to CAD.

Apr 25, 2023 | ctsnet.org | Edward Soltesz

CTSNet held a joint webinar with ERAS Cardiac Society on April 22, 2022 to provoke professional discussion on the topic, "Enhanced Recovery After Surgery: Improving Outcomes in Patients Requiring Mechanical Circulatory Support." This webinar was moderated by Daniel Engelman and Rawn Salenger of ERAS-CS and premiered two unique presentations from cardiovascular experts Edward Soltesz, MD and Michel Kindo, MD.