Abstract
We describe a simple and safe technique for achieving retrograde cerebral perfusion via a small coronary sinus type catheter placed in the superior vena cava. This method is especially useful when the need for circulatory arrest is first recognized intraoperatively and a single two-stage venous cannula has already been placed for cardiopulmonary bypass. The advantages of this technique over other currently employed methods for retrograde cerebral perfusion are discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 65-67 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of Cardiac Surgery |
Volume | 11 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1996 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Surgery
- Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine