Tom C. Nguyen

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Tom C. Nguyen is a leading cardiothoracic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on minimally invasive mitral and tricuspid valve surgery. His major contributions stem from his leadership in the Mini-Mitral International Registry (MMIR), the largest global dataset of its kind, which has provided critical insights into surgical outcomes. His most cited paper, "Aortic cross-clamp time correlates with mortality in the mini-mitral international registry" (2023, 31 citations), established a direct link between prolonged cross-clamp times and increased mortality, offering a key benchmark for improving surgical safety. In a subsequent study (2025, 3 citations), he compared endoscopic and direct vision approaches across 7,513 patients, demonstrating that technique choice significantly impacts recovery and complication rates. With over 30 citations on his top work alone, Nguyen’s research has shaped modern valve surgery protocols, emphasizing the balance between minimally invasive benefits and procedural risks. His work is essential reading for surgeons and trainees aiming to optimize patient outcomes in cardiac surgery.

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1. 1
   Aortic cross-clamp time correlates with mortality in the mini-mitral international registry

   31 citations · 2023
2. 2
   Endoscopic and direct vision approaches in minimally-invasive mitral and tricuspid valve surgery – insights from the mini-mitral registry

   3 citations · 2025

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