Optimal visualization of coronary artery anastomoses by gas jet.
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.
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Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Harmantas
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Lichtenstein
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Salerno
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D001026:Coronary Artery Bypass / Q000379:methods*; D006324:Heart Arrest, Induced / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D010100:Oxygen
D010100:Oxygen