Evolution of OPCAB surgery in a single institution

J Card Surg. 2002 Nov-Dec;17(6):514-9. doi: 10.1046/j.1540-8191.2002.01007.x.

Abstract

Off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB) grafting is becoming popular worldwide. The development of exposure and stabilization techniques have made this surgery a simple, safe, and routine procedure. The evolution of OPCAB surgery at our institution is presented and discussed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass / methods
  • Cardiopulmonary Bypass / trends*
  • Coronary Disease / surgery
  • Humans
  • Myocardial Revascularization
  • United Kingdom