Morphological Changes in Endothelial Cell Organelles in a No-Touch Saphenous Vein Graft.

Akira SugayaNobuhiko OhnoTakashi YashiroKoji Kawahito

Published in: Brazilian journal of cardiovascular surgery (2022)

Necrotic changes in endothelial organelles characterized by swelling of nuclei and mitochondria were prominent in CT saphenous vein graft. The normally maintained ultrastructure of preserved endothelial cells in NT saphenous vein graft could contribute to long-term patency.

Keyphrases

endothelial cells
coronary artery bypass
high glucose
computed tomography
vascular endothelial growth factor
contrast enhanced
magnetic resonance
acute coronary syndrome
percutaneous coronary intervention