Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery: Aims and Scope

The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery is a premier peer-reviewed publication that showcases original articles on diseases of the heart, great vessels, lungs, and thorax, with a special emphasis on innovative surgical interventions. As an official publication of The American Association for Thoracic Surgery and The Western Thoracic Surgical Association, the Journal is dedicated to advancing the field of cardiothoracic surgery.

Focus and Coverage

The Journal focuses on cutting-edge techniques and developments in various areas, including:

• Acquired cardiac surgery
• Congenital cardiac repair
• Thoracic procedures
• Heart and lung transplantation
• Mechanical circulatory support
• Other cardiothoracic procedures

Recent Issues

Stay up-to-date with the latest research and advancements in cardiothoracic surgery. Browse our recent issues:

2023 (Volume 166)

• Issue 6, December 2023: p1477-1826, e467-e582
• Issue 5, November 2023: p1279-1476, e163-e466
• Issue 4, October 2023: p983-1278, e129-e162
• Issue 3, September 2023: p637-982, e67-e128
• Issue 2, August 2023: p283-636, e53-e66
• Issue 1, July 2023: p1-282, e1-e52

2023 (Volume 165)

• Issue 6, June 2023: p1919-2214, e239-e282
• Issue 5, May 2023: p1611-1918, e205-e238
• Issue 4, April 2023: p1261-1610, e145-e204
• Issue 3, March 2023: p787-1260, e85-e144
• Issue 2, February 2023: p411-786, e21-e84
• Issue 1, January 2023: p1-410, e1-e20

Explore the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery to stay current with the latest advancements in the field and discover new insights from leading experts.