Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
9945689 The Annals of Thoracic Surgery 2005 5 Pages PDF
Abstract
Early open pulmonary embolectomy using cardiopulmonary bypass is an effective form of treatment for acute massive pulmonary embolism with excellent long-term results. Preoperative cardiac arrest is associated with a high mortality. Spiral computerized tomography and transesophageal echocardiography are important diagnostic tools.
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Pulmonary Embolectomy for Acute Massive Pulmonary Embolism
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