| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2883575 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2006 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
In some patients, atrial flutter or fibrillation may be the cause rather than the consequence of left ventricular dysfunction. Importantly, systolic function and functional status can be significantly improved with the restoration of sinus rhythm by the Cox-maze procedure.
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Authors
John M. MD, Joseph A. MD, Richard C. MD, Kenton J. MD, Thoralf M. MD, Hartzell V. MD,