Search for dissertations about: "Cardiac Surgical Procedures: adverse effects"

Found 1 swedish dissertation containing the words Cardiac Surgical Procedures: adverse effects.

2. 1. Atrial fibrillation after cardiac surgery : an analysis of risk factors, mechanisms, and survival effects

   Author : Giovanni Mariscalco; Bengt Åberg; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; atrial fibrillation; adult; cardiac surgery; coronary artery bypass grafting; valvular surgery; cardiopulmonary bypass; mortalilty; histology; catecholamines; embolism; Surgery; Kirurgi;

   Abstract : Background: Despite the recent improvements in surgical techniques and postoperative patient care, atrial fibrillation (AF) remains the most frequent complication after cardiac surgery. Although postoperative AF is often regarded as a benign clinical condition, this arrhythmia has significant adverse effects on patient recovery and postoperative survival. READ MORE