Release of Cardiac Biomarkers and Inflammatory Response during Cardiopulmonary Bypass: Comparison of Different Biocompatible Materials Used in Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) is an effective and invasive cardiac surgery to salvage blocked coronary artery. Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is usually applied to support circulation during temporary cardiac arrest. Studies have demonstrated that cardiac injury, inflammation, and oxidative s...

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Main Author: Sohn, Namseok
Other Authors: Lee, Paul
Format: Others
Language:en
Published: University of Saskatchewan 2008
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Online Access:http://library.usask.ca/theses/available/etd-08202008-111304/