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Integrated myocardial revascularization

The integration of minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting with catheter-based interventions is being practiced with increasing frequency both in the standard and high risk patient populations. The procedures can be staged on different days or done concurrently in either an operative cath...

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Published in:European journal of cardio-thoracic surgery 1999-11, Vol.16 (Supplement-2), p.S12-S17
Main Author: Fonger, James D
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The integration of minimally invasive coronary artery bypass grafting with catheter-based interventions is being practiced with increasing frequency both in the standard and high risk patient populations. The procedures can be staged on different days or done concurrently in either an operative cathlab or an operating room with imaging capabilities. The new clinical issues raised with these new approaches are reviewed for practitioners considering adopting this new treatment strategy.
ISSN:1010-7940
1873-734X
DOI:10.1093/ejcts/16.Supplement_2.S12