Stunned myocardium after off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting

Authors
Grubitzsch, H Ansorge, K Wollert, HG Eckel, L
Citation
H. Grubitzsch et al., Stunned myocardium after off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting, ANN THORAC, 71(1), 2001, pp. 352-355
Citations number
6
Categorie Soggetti
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems","Medical Research Diagnosis & Treatment
Journal title
ANNALS OF THORACIC SURGERY
ISSN journal
00034975 → ACNP
Volume
71
Issue
1
Year of publication
2001
Pages
352 - 355
Database
ISI
SICI code
0003-4975(200101)71:1<352:SMAOCA>2.0.ZU;2-#
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 myocard ial stunning after off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting using the Octop us tissue stabilizer. On the basis of our experiences, means to prevent stu nning are discussed. (Ann Thorac Surg 2001;71:352-5) (C) 2001 by The Societ y of Thoracic Surgeons.