Unusual pitfall of use of retrograde cardioplegia.

Eucher, P M; Louagie, Y A; Buche, M; Haxhe, J P; Chenu, P; Schoevaerdts, J C · Ann Thorac Surg · 1995

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

The use of retrograde cardioplegia can lead to several complications, mainly related to injuries during the cannulation of the coronary sinus. We herein present a case report of injury to the right coronary artery related to kinking due to the pursestring on the right atrium.

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