%0 Journal Article %T Illustrated techniques for performing the Cox-Maze IV procedure through a right mini-thoracotomy %A Robertson, Jason O. %A Saint, Lindsey L. %A Leidenfrost, Jeremy %A Damiano Jr, Ralph J. %J Annals of Cardiothoracic Surgery %D 2014 %B 2014 %9 %! Illustrated techniques for performing the Cox-Maze IV procedure through a right mini-thoracotomy %K %X The Cox-Maze IV procedure has replaced the “cut-and-sew” technique of the original Cox-Maze operation with lines of ablation created using bipolar radiofrequency (RF) and cryothermal energy devices. In select patients, this procedure can be performed through a right mini-thoracotomy. This illustrated review is the first to detail the complete steps of the Cox-Maze IV procedure performed through a right mini-thoracotomy with careful attention paid to operative anatomy and advice. Pre- and post-operative management and outcomes are also discussed. This should be a practical guide for the practicing cardiac surgeon. %U https://www.annalscts.com/article/view/3246 %V 3 %N 1 %P 105-116 %@ 2304-1021