| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2879100 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2010 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Our large series failed to detect a protective effect of preoperative statin therapy on perioperative outcomes or long-term survival in patients undergoing isolated valve surgery. Valve patients undergoing concomitant coronary artery bypass grafting, however, appear to receive a long-term survival benefit from statins.
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Authors
Michael A. MD, PhD, Joerg MD, Thomas MD, PhD, Franka MD, Ardawan MD, Torsten MD, PhD, Friedrich W. MD, PhD,