Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9945103 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Regional myocardial acidosis of a magnitude frequently encountered during aortic clamping is an independent determinant of adverse 30-day outcomes after cardiac surgery. Its reversal by pH-guided myocardial management has the potential of improving postoperative patient outcomes.
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Authors
Dharam J. MD, SM, Nancy A. BS, Kunda S. MD, Vladimir MD, Michael D. MD, Patrick R. CCP, Shukri F. (FACS),