| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9978499 | The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
This study strongly suggests that the combination of preoperative cerebral ischemic injury and use of cardiopulmonary bypass can predict postoperative health status at 3 months. Cerebral magnetic resonance imaging might be a more specific indicator than age for preoperative assessment of vulnerability or resilience during rehabilitation after on-pump cardiac surgery.
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Authors
Lars RN, MS, Marit Helen RN, MSN, Per Kristian MD, Bjørn MD, Christian MD, David MD, PhD, FRCPE, Runar MD, PhD, Steinar MD, Astrid Klopstad RN, PhD, Berit Rokne RN, PhD, Erik MD, PhD,