title: AORTIC PUNCH: AN ADJUNCT FOR CANNULATION OF THE ASCENDING AORTA DURING EXTRACORPOREAL CIRCULATION.
abstract: A new aortic punch has been designed for use during cannulation of the ascending aorta. The instrument is extremely safe, and it effectively shortens the steps required for aortic cannulation.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Medical Center Del Oro Hospital, 8081 Greenbriar, Houston, Texas 77054.
authors.forename: Pedro A.
authors.initials: PA
authors.lastname: Rubio
authors.forename: Edward M.
authors.initials: EM
authors.lastname: Farrell