Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2876506 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2011 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Bilateral internal thoracic artery grafting is a reasonable revascularization strategy in suitable patients up to age 70 years. As benefits of arterial grafting become more obvious over time, a longer period of follow-up will be needed to confirm the advantage of a BITA grafting strategy. In the meantime the BITA grafting advantage for patients older than 70 years is not clear.
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Authors
Teresa M. MD, Adriane M. MS, Michelle M. MD, Billie-Jean MD, P. Diane BN, MS, Doreen M. MD, MS, Colleen M. PhD, Peter D. PhD, Merril L. MD, William A. MD, MPH, “APPROACH” Investigators “APPROACH” Investigators,