Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9168467 | Heart, Lung and Circulation | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
The question of whether to use the radial artery or the saphenous vein graft as supplementary grafts remains unanswered. Current patency data suggest that there is a marginal advantage of radial artery over saphenous graft patency, particularly between 5 and 10 years after surgery. However, there appears to be improved patency of the saphenous vein when used as a coronary artery bypass with the advent of aspirin, lipid-lowering and anti-hypertensive therapy.
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Authors
Brian FRACS, James FRACS, John FRACP,