| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2876521 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2011 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
In contrast to antegrade cardioplegia, retrograde cardioplegia is associated with increased cardiomyocyte apoptosis, impaired immediate postoperative systolic function, and lack of long-term favorable left ventricle remodeling after aortic valve replacement, suggesting inadequate myocardial protection.
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Authors
Tommi MD, PhD, Markus MD, Antti MD, PhD, Juha W. MD, PhD, Jussi P. MD, Mika MD, PhD, Kari MD, PhD, Kristiina MS, Pekka MD, PhD, Kari MD, PhD, Timo MD, PhD,