Zengshan Ma

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Zengshan Ma is a pioneering cardiothoracic surgeon whose research focuses on minimally invasive cardiac surgery, particularly the development and refinement of thoracoscopic techniques for congenital heart defect repair. His major contribution lies in advancing the field of beating-heart surgery, demonstrating that complex procedures like atrial septal defect closure can be safely performed without cardiopulmonary bypass or robotic assistance. His landmark study, "Thoracoscopic closure of atrial septal defect in perfused beating hearts," analyzing 856 cases over 14 years, has garnered significant attention with 5 citations, establishing a new paradigm for less invasive cardiac interventions. This work showcases his commitment to reducing surgical trauma and improving recovery times for patients. Ma's achievements include pioneering the modified thoracoscopic technique (MTCST) at his center, which has become a benchmark for non-robotic, minimally invasive cardiac surgery. His research continues to influence surgical protocols worldwide, offering a safer, more accessible alternative for atrial septal defect repair.