Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2882762 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2006 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Matching surgical strategy to patient-related factors and needs resulted in excellent outcomes. Our data support the use of a protocol based on patient characteristics to drive the surgeon's choice between an on-pump CABG or OPCAB approach. As such, OPCAB can be viewed as a tool to be used by the surgeon developing a best practice in treating coronary artery disease.
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Authors
James M. MD, Robert S. MD, James S. MD, Marcello G. MD, Kimberly CRNFA, Jo Ann H. CRNP, Susan CRNP, Richard N. MD, Bartley P. MD,