Biocompatible circuits : inflammation and soluble adhesion molecules after cardiopulmonary bypass

ABSTRACT In the modern era, the most common post-operative complications following cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) are neurocognitive deficits (NCD) and atrial fibrillation (AF). Both morbidities have been linked to inflammation resulting from surgery, anesthesia and CPB. Microemboli, inadequate oxygen...

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Main Author: Marcoux, Jo-Anne Éloria
Other Authors: Hiebert, Linda
Format: Others
Language:en
Published: University of Saskatchewan 2011
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Online Access:http://library.usask.ca/theses/available/etd-06182011-085623/