Dystrophic calcification of the radial artery.

Deshpande, R P; Chukwuemeka, A; Iqbal, A; Desai, J B · Ann Thorac Surg · 2000

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Abstract

The radial artery continues to enjoy resurgence in popularity as a conduit for coronary artery bypass grafting but few studies have examined the prevalence of preexisting disease in this vessel. We highlight a potential, avoidable pitfall when use of the radial artery for coronary artery bypass grafting is proposed.

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