Academic Contributions

Publications & Scientific Research

Advancing the boundaries of cardiovascular surgery through peer-reviewed research, clinical trials, and international presentations at AATS, STS, and EACTS congresses.

All Coronary Minimally Invasive Robotic Aortic Valvular
Coronary • 2023 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcvs.2023.04.019

Long-term Patency and Clinical Outcomes of Total Arterial Revascularization Using Bilateral Internal Mammary Arteries: A 10-Year Retrospective Cohort

Furtado A., Sharma V., Rao P. et al. — Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery (JTCVS)
Abstract Summary:

Evaluates 10-year follow-up data of 1,240 patients receiving bilateral internal mammary artery (BIMA) skeletonized grafting. Demonstrated 94.2% graft patency and superior freedom from cardiac events compared to saphenous vein conduits.

Minimally Invasive • 2022 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2022.08.042

Minimally Invasive Right Anterior Minithoracotomy versus Conventional Median Sternotomy for Mitral Valve Repair: Propensity-Matched Comparative Analysis

Furtado A., Chen K., Miller J. et al. — Annals of Thoracic Surgery
Abstract Summary:

Investigated perioperative morbidity, recovery metrics, and 5-year valve durability in 480 patients. Patients undergoing minithoracotomy experienced 45% less blood loss, 2.4 days shorter hospital stay, and comparable leaflet repair durability.

Robotic • 2021 DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezaa380

Robotic-Assisted Beating Heart Coronary Revascularization: Technical Mastery and Safety in High-Risk Cohorts

Furtado A., Peterson M., Gupta R. — European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery (EJCTS)
Abstract Summary:

Reports technical nuances, learning curves, and outcomes of Da Vinci-assisted left anterior descending artery revascularization in octogenarians and multi-comorbid individuals.

Aortic • 2020 DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivaa192

Valve-Sparing Aortic Root Replacement (The David V Procedure) for Ascending Aortic Aneurysms and Aortic Regurgitation: Surgical Nuances and 8-Year Hemodynamics

Furtado A., Adams C., Thorne E. — Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery
Abstract Summary:

Presents clinical experience with reimplantation valve-sparing technique in bicuspid and tricuspid aortic valves, highlighting geometric commissural orientation and long-term avoidance of anticoagulation.

Valvular • 2023 DOI: 10.1016/j.ihj.2023.01.004

Outcomes of Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) in Bicuspid Aortic Stenosis: Experience from an Asian High-Volume Center

Furtado A., Nair S., Krishna B. — Indian Heart Journal
Abstract Summary:

Analyzes procedural efficacy, paravalvular leak mitigation, and stroke rates in Asian anatomical subsets undergoing balloon-expandable and self-expanding transcatheter valve deployment.

Aortic • 2019 DOI: 10.1016/j.jvs.2019.06.112

Hybrid Endovascular Repair (TEVAR with Debranching) for Complex Type B Aortic Dissections Extending into the Visceral Segment

Furtado A., Bradley R., Jenkins L. — Journal of Vascular Surgery
Abstract Summary:

Evaluates single-stage hybrid carotid-subclavian bypass with stent-graft deployment for acute complicated Type B dissections, showcasing high technical success and spinal protection.

International Surgical Society Memberships

Dr. Arul Furtado actively presents outcomes and chairs sessions at leading cardiothoracic surgical symposiums:

AATS American Association for Thoracic Surgery
STS The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (USA)
EACTS European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
IACTS Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons