State of the Art Surgical Coronary Revascularization

This authoritative textbook is dedicated to the art and science of surgical coronary revascularization, organized into 71 chapters across 9 sections and written by more than 100 recognized world experts. It covers every aspect of the surgical management of coronary artery pathology and ischaemic heart disease, from pathophysiology and evaluation to medical and percutaneous management.

Extensive sections address pre-, intra- and postoperative management of coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) patients, alongside the core surgical principles of CABG with special focus on conduit selection and optimizing both on- and off-pump surgery to reduce morbidity and mortality. Detailed chapters explain how to improve outcomes with arterial and venous bypass grafts, less invasive approaches, CABG in special clinical situations, and when CABG is combined with concomitant surgical procedures.

Each chapter is underpinned by a strong, updated evidence basis while emphasizing crucial practical surgical techniques, making this an indispensable companion for adult cardiac surgeons and allied health professionals interested in surgical coronary revascularization.

Key Features

Highlights

• 71 chapters organized in 9 sections
• Written by over 100 recognized world experts
• Covers pathophysiology, evaluation, and medical and percutaneous management of ischaemic heart disease
• Detailed sections on pre-, intra- and postoperative management of CABG patients
• Focus on conduit selection and optimizing on- and off-pump surgery
• Includes less invasive approaches and CABG in special clinical situations

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