Abstract
We describe herein the operative steps used to perform a transmyocardial laser revascularization by thoracoscopy. A special technique and specific equipment are required for the efficacy and safety of the procedure. Our preliminary results with this novel approach suggest that it could be a valid alternative to the thoracotomic procedure.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 351-352 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Surgical Endoscopy and Other Interventional Techniques |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 4 |
Publication status | Published - Apr 1998 |
Keywords
- Laser surgery
- Myocardial revascularization
- Thoracoscopy
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery