Optimal visualization of coronary artery anastomoses by gas jet Journal Articles uri icon

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abstract

  • A technique is described for improved visualization during the creation of coronary artery anastomoses employing a catheter-directed constant stream of oxygen to remove blood from the operative field. This technique is especially helpful when continuous blood cardioplegia is employed for myocardial protection.

authors

  • Teoh, Kevin
  • Panos, Anthony L
  • Harmantas, Athanasios A
  • Lichtenstein, Samuel V
  • Salerno, Tomas A

publication date

  • September 1991