Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2877358 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2012 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Patients undergoing MIE are less likely to remain intubated. Omission of a pyloric drainage procedure or performance of thoracic or neck incisions appear to be important determinants of respiratory complications. Technical aspects of the procedure in addition to the surgical approach influence important respiratory outcomes.
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Authors
Charles T. MD, MS, Thomas MD, Tolutope O. MD, Shiva PhD, Sidhu P. MD, Michael S. MD, Jeremiah MD, Jonathan F. MD, Malcolm M. MD,