Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2879691 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2008 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Poor preoperative glycemic control, as measured by an elevated HbA1c, is associated with reduced long-term survival after coronary artery bypass surgery. Optimizing glucose control in these patients may improve long-term survival.
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Authors
Michael E. MD, Omar M. MD, PhD, John D. MD, Patrick MS, William A. MD, Cullen D. MD, Robert A. MD, Vinod H. MD,