| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2874534 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2013 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
We demonstrated that patient acuity and surgeon experience are significantly associated with the decision to perform concomitant SA for AF. Only the most experienced surgeons performed SA in patients with more complex clinical presentation. These findings, together with the negative impact of AF on patient outcomes, should prompt a comprehensive approach to educate and train surgeons in the performance of SA for AF when clinically justified.
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Authors
Niv MD, Linda PhD, Sharon MBA, Sari D. PhD,