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The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon

The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon publishes articles from thoracic and cardiovascular surgeons, cardiologists, anesthesiologists, physiologists, and pathologists. It features original articles and reviews on clinical advances and the theoretical background of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery. Case reports are published in the open access companion journal The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon Reports. The journal also publishes an annual Pediatric Cardiology open access supplement issue in cooperation with the German Society for Pediatric Cardiology and Congenital Heart Disease.

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Subject Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems, Respiratory System, Surgery
Impact Factor 1.4
Quartile Q3
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 0171-6425
eISSN 1439-1902
Invitation Only No
Cost Range €3390 / $3620 APC

Submission Instructions

The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

How To Do It

Cover Letter A cover letter must be submitted. Cover letter must briefly outline the manuscript contents and the message the authors wish to convey, include any confidential information for the Editor, and give the name, location, and dates of any prior scientific meeting presentation.
Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 100 words. Abstract structure is not specified.
Manuscript Main text should be about 800 to 1000 words. Manuscript must be organized as Introduction, Technique Description, and Discussion. Manuscript must include at least three keywords chosen from the provided list.
References Reference list may contain a maximum of 5 references. References must be numbered consecutively in order of first appearance, cited in square brackets, use Index Medicus journal abbreviations, and list all authors if there are 6 or fewer or the first 3 followed by et al if there are more than 6.
Figures & Tables Submission may include a maximum of 5 figures and/or a video. Figures must be uploaded as separate files, and each table must be uploaded as a separate .doc or .docx file. Article must focus on the illustrations provided.
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Recent Publications

Interstage Interval and Pulmonary Function in Two-Stage RATS for Bilateral Multiple Primary Lung Cancers

Hao Xu, Meifeng Li, Linyou Zhang

10.1055/a-2965-7831
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Comment: Redo Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: The Hidden Challenges of Propensity-Matched Comparisons

Carl-Thaddäus Braun, Darko Radakovic, Marcus-Andre Deutsch

10.1055/a-2970-6709
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Beyond Length of Stay: Early Discharge after CABG

Christos Voucharas, Athina Myrou, Angeliki Vouchara

10.1055/a-2970-6676
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Association Between Postoperative NSAID and Chest Drainage Duration After VATS Pleurodesis

Florent Leviel, Paul Tarpin, Florence De Dominicis, Geoni Merlusca, Alejandro Witte Pfizer, Julien Epailly, Olivier Georges, Osama Abou-Arab

10.1055/a-2965-7880
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Minimally Invasive Thymectomy for Myasthenia Gravis Feasibility and Functional Outcomes

Nicolas Mwesigwa, Abdulla Al-Shamari, Samsul Islam, Tasnim Chowdhury, Ibrahim Ibrahim, Pablo Garcia-Reitboeck, Jeremy Smelt

10.1055/a-2969-6473
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

After acceptance, proofs are sent to the corresponding author, followed by online first publication (Thieme eFirst).

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter must be submitted during online submission and should briefly outline the contents of the manuscript and the message the authors wish to convey. Confidential information for the Editor and details of prior scientific meeting presentation should be included there.

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Research Topics

Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments Aortic Disease and Treatment Approaches Congenital Heart Disease Studies Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes Cardiac Structural Anomalies and Repair Infective Endocarditis Diagnosis and Management Cardiac and Coronary Surgery Techniques Transplantation: Methods and Outcomes Tracheal and airway disorders Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies Cardiac Arrhythmias and Treatments Cardiac Ischemia and Reperfusion Aortic aneurysm repair treatments Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Pleural and Pulmonary Diseases Trauma Management and Diagnosis Cardiovascular Function and Risk Factors Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes Cardiac Imaging and Diagnostics Pulmonary Hypertension Research and Treatments Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Studies Organ Transplantation Techniques and Outcomes Coronary Interventions and Diagnostics

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