Offâpump coronary surgery (OPCAB), advatages and disadvantages
Cardiac and General Anesthesiology
APRIL 6, 2024
"Off-pump" coronary bypass bypass surgery (OPCAB) was developed in response to concerns regarding the potential side effects of CPB. The goal of this procedure is to achieve total revascularization while avoiding CPB. Positioning the heart for transplantation without compromising hemodynamics is achieved with the use of several retraction devices and deep pericardial sutures.
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