| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2875481 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2012 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Elevated postoperative AST level is an independent predictor of early and late mortality after CABG. Although it is not a specific indicator for cardiac damage, it can reflect ischemic effects on the other organs as an indirect sign of depressed cardiac function.
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Authors
Astrid G.M. MD, Sander MD, Mohamed A. MD, PhD, Albert H.M. MD, PhD,