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Coronary sinus injuries during retrograde continuous normothermic blood cardioplegia
A L Panos1, I S Ali, P L Birnbaum
1Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|December 1, 1992
Insights
Injuries to the coronary sinus during cardioplegic arrest are rare but potentially lethal. This report details cases of coronary sinus injury during retrograde continuous normothermic blood cardioplegia, emphasizing prevention and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Cardiac Anesthesia
Background:
- Coronary sinus injuries during cardioplegic arrest are infrequent but carry significant risks.
- Retrograde continuous normothermic blood cardioplegia is a technique used in cardiac surgery.
Observation:
- This study presents case reports of injuries to the coronary sinus.
- These injuries occurred during retrograde continuous normothermic blood cardioplegia procedures.
Findings:
- The case reports highlight the occurrence of coronary sinus injuries.
- The findings underscore the potential lethality of such injuries.
Implications:
- Emphasizes the need for vigilance and specific preventive measures during retrograde cardioplegia.
- Provides insights into treatment strategies for managing coronary sinus injuries.
- Aims to improve patient safety in cardiac surgical procedures involving the coronary sinus.
Abstract:
Injuries to the coronary sinus during cardioplegic arrest are rare but potentially lethal. We herein present case reports of injuries to the coronary sinus occurring during retrograde continuous normothermic blood cardioplegia, and emphasize preventive measures and treatment.