| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9173600 | Journal of Vascular Surgery | 2005 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
Continued smoking after lower limb bypass surgery results in a threefold increased risk of graft failure. Smoking cessation, even if instigated after the operation, restored graft patency towards the patency of never smokers. These results indicate that adequate smoking cessation strategies in patients eligible for lower limb bypass surgery are of utmost importance.
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Authors
Edith M. MD, Joep A.W. MD, Marie-Louise MD, PhD, Ron J.G. MD, PhD, Harry R. MD, PhD, Martin H. MD, PhD,