# CT Surg IX — Board Review with AI Insights

> Thoracic surgery self-assessment tool with multiple-choice questions and detailed explanations. (iPhone/iPad app by Bender Apps, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ct-surg-ix/id601665070 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bender Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894916304)
- Category: Medical, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 102 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-02-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ct-surg-ix/id601665070/reviews.md

## What is CT Surg IX?

SESATS IX is a comprehensive self-assessment and review tool for cardiothoracic surgeons, trainees, and residents preparing for board examinations or maintaining clinical knowledge.

The app includes a full set of SESATS IX multiple-choice questions covering:
	•	Lung and chest wall disorders
	•	Mediastinum and diaphragm
	•	Acquired adult cardiac disease
	•	Congenital heart disease
	•	Critical care

Each question includes detailed answer choices, explanatory critiques, and supporting references. Many questions also feature associated imaging, including radiographs, CT scans, and procedural media.

Users can tailor their learning experience by selecting how strictly questions are evaluated, allowing for flexible self-testing or repeated attempts for reinforcement.


AI-Enhanced Learning (Optional Subscription)
An optional auto-renewing subscription unlocks AI Updates, which provide:
	•	Contemporary clinical context
	•	Evaluation of whether the original answer and critique remain current
	•	Summary of key changes in cardiothoracic practice since the questions were written

Important Note
SESATS IX was originally published in 2012 by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. While it remains a valuable educational resource, some content may be outdated and should be interpreted in the context of current guidelines and clinical practice.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Multiple-choice questions
- Adjustable test stringency
- Explanatory critiques
- Literature references
- Image and video support
- CT scan integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI Features - Annual Access | $19.99 | per year |
| AI Features - Monthly Access | $1.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ct-surg-ix/id601665070/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Iqbal Khan

*2018-06-21, version 1.2*

Question’ critique and references are not available in this version which is very important to for revision.

### 1/5 — app needs updating to work with the latest iPhone software version iOS 12

*2017-10-21, version 1.1*

app needs updating to work with the latest iPhone software version iOS 12

## Frequently asked questions about CT Surg IX

### What is SESATS IX?

SESATS IX is a self-assessment tool for thoracic surgeons, offering multiple-choice questions covering various thoracic surgical disorders. It aims to demonstrate cognitive skills in the field.

### What topics does SESATS IX cover?

SESATS IX covers thoracic surgical disorders of the lung and chest wall, mediastinum, acquired and congenital heart disease, and issues in critical care.

### Can I adjust the difficulty of the questions in SESATS IX?

Yes, you can choose the stringency of the test by opting to be given one or more chances to answer correctly, allowing you to adjust the difficulty to your preference.

### Does SESATS IX include multimedia content?

Yes, some questions in SESATS IX have associated images, videos, or CT scans to enhance the learning experience.

### What is the update frequency for SESATS IX?

SESATS IX was last updated on January 2, 2018, with version 1.2. It is important to note that some content may be outdated as SESATS 11 is the most current version for maintenance of certification.

### What devices support SESATS IX?

SESATS IX is available for iPhone and iPod devices.

### Is SESATS IX suitable for all ages?

SESATS IX has an age rating of 12+, making it appropriate for older teenagers and adults.

### Does SESATS IX have ads?

No, SESATS IX does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.07 — 2026-06-15

User interface bug fixes. New icon and name.

### 2.0.6 — 2026-05-21

Updated the disclaimer to reflect current status of material.

### 2.0.5 — 2026-05-13

• Added integration links to Oral Boards AI for interactive oral board preparation
• Continued refinements and bug fixes

### 2.0.4 — 2026-04-24

New: Explore Topics in the Literature
Instantly jump from SESATS explanations to real PubMed searches in CardioThoraxia.

Minor UI refinements and performance improvements.

### 2.0.3 — 2026-04-16

•	Track your progress at a glance with new gauges on topic cards
•	Easily redeem offer codes for AI Updates right within the app

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