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Ann Thorac Surg 2003;76:458
© 2003 The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Invited commentary

George Asimakopoulos, FRCSa

a Cardiothoracic Department, Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London W12 0NN, United Kingdom

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Well-conducted studies addressing the issue of vein graft patency are of major importance. Data provided will determine the future use of vein grafts and reinforce the argument for or against total arterial revascularization. The study by Chello and colleagues provides comprehensive evidence that distension of vein grafts after harvesting, promotes endothelial injury and neutrophil-endothelial interaction in vitro. Important issues raised by this study concern the effects of graft handling on endothelial activation, early . . . [Full Text of this Article]






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