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Dr. Yiyao Jiang is a pioneering cardiothoracic surgeon whose research focuses on advancing minimally invasive cardiac surgery, particularly comparing thoracoscopic and robotic approaches for complex procedures. Her major contributions lie in evaluating the clinical outcomes of these cutting-edge techniques for cardiac myxoma resection and atrial septal defect (ASD) repair. In her landmark 2023 study, which has garnered 6 citations, Dr. Jiang conducted a single-center retrospective analysis of 46 patients, demonstrating that both total thoracoscopic and robotic approaches are safe and effective for myxoma resection, with robotic surgery offering potential advantages in precision and recovery. Her 2022 work on ASD repair, cited 2 times, used propensity matching to compare these minimally invasive methods, revealing that robotic surgery reduces surgical trauma compared to conventional techniques. Dr. Jiang’s research is instrumental in guiding surgical decision-making, helping clinicians choose between thoracoscopic and robotic platforms to optimize patient outcomes. Her work underscores the evolution of cardiac surgery toward less invasive, technology-driven solutions, making her a key figure in the field of minimally invasive cardiothoracic surgery.
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