| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2876893 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2011 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
A rational for preoperative β-blockade exists. However, as with any medical intervention, its application should be tailored to specific clinical scenarios. With no differences in mortality or morbidity, our findings do not support preoperative β-blockade as a useful quality indicator for coronary artery bypass graft surgery.
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Authors
William T. MD, Morley A. PhD, Syma L. RN, BSN, Mitchell J. MD, Todd M. MD, Robert L. MD, James R. MD, Stuart J. BS, William H. MD, Michael J. MD,