The use of adenosine for repair of penetrating cardiac injuries: A novel method

Authors
Lim, R Gill, IS Temes, RT Smith, CE
Citation
R. Lim et al., The use of adenosine for repair of penetrating cardiac injuries: A novel method, ANN THORAC, 71(5), 2001, pp. 1714-1715
Citations number
9
Categorie Soggetti
Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems","Medical Research Diagnosis & Treatment
Journal title
ANNALS OF THORACIC SURGERY
ISSN journal
00034975 → ACNP
Volume
71
Issue
5
Year of publication
2001
Pages
1714 - 1715
Database
ISI
SICI code
0003-4975(200105)71:5<1714:TUOAFR>2.0.ZU;2-H
Abstract
The use of intravenous administration of adenosine to expedite cardiorrhaph y in penetrating cardiac trauma by inducing temporary asystole is described . It is quicker, more effective, and safer than the traditional methods. (A nn Thorac Surg 2001;71:1714-5) (C) 2001 by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons .