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Minimally Invasive Approach versus Sternotomy for Cardiac Surgery in Jehovah's Witness Patients.

Heemoon LeeJihoon KimJong Hyun LeeJae Suk Yoo
Published in: Journal of cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia (2024)
MICS for JW patients showed favorable early outcomes and mid-term survival compared to conventional sternotomy. MICS may be a viable option for JW patients who decline blood transfusions.
Keyphrases
  • end stage renal disease
  • ejection fraction
  • cardiac surgery
  • newly diagnosed
  • minimally invasive
  • peritoneal dialysis
  • type diabetes
  • acute kidney injury
  • skeletal muscle
  • left ventricular
  • insulin resistance