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1Serviço de Cirurgia Cardiotorácica, Hospital Santa Cruz, Carnaxide.
Acta Medica Portuguesa
|April 1, 1997
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This review covers coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) techniques and outcomes, highlighting how factors like coronary anatomy and patient health influence results. Optimal results depend on close collaboration between medical and surgical teams.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Medical History
Abstract:
After reviewing the history of coronary surgery the author describes the different grafts used in coronary artery bypass grafting and its results. They vary with coronary anatomy, left ventricle function, age, arterial hypertension, diabetes, etc. The rationale of the different surgical approaches are discussed, emphasizing the advantages of a close medical-surgical cooperation.