| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9153174 | American Heart Journal | 2005 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
LAA occlusion at the time of CABG is safe. The rate of complete occlusion improves, to acceptable levels, with increased experience and the use of a stapling device. A large trial is needed to determine if LAA occlusion prevents stroke.
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Authors
Jeff S. MD, Eugene MD, Andre MD, Kevin MD, Lloyd MD, Stefan H. MD, Irene MD, Labib MD, Corey MD, Sandra BSc, Carlos MD, Peter MD, Victor MD, Eva MD, Stuart J. MD,