Stunned myocardium after off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting.

Grubitzsch, H; Ansorge, K; Wollert, H G; Eckel, L · Ann Thorac Surg · 2001

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting is increasingly performed. Because these procedures are associated with temporary myocardial ischemia, there is a risk of ischemia-related complications. We report two cases of myocardial stunning after off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting using the Octopus tissue stabilizer. On the basis of our experiences, means to prevent stunning are discussed.

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