title: A simplified method for the occlusion of the venae cavae during cardiopulmonary bypass.
abstract: The method of caval occlusion during cardiopulmonary bypass using snares is at times cumbersome. An alternative technique of caval occlusion around venous cannulas using elastomer tape is described.
mesh_terms: D002315:Cardiopulmonary Bypass / Q000379:methods*; D003250:Constriction; D014684:Venae Cavae / Q000601:surgery*