| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8670707 | The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | 2018 | 27 Pages |
Abstract
Loss of intraoperative MEPs is serious, and increases the risk of paraplegia in any ICA management strategy. Even with intact MEP, ligation of T8-12 ICAs is associated with increased risk. These findings support reattachment of T8-12 ICAs whenever feasible.
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Authors
Rana O. MD, Harleen K. MD, MPH, Syed T. BS, Ernest MS, Akiko MD, PhD, Charles C. PhD, Hazim J. MD, FACS, Anthony L. MD, FACS,