Intraoperative transesophageal echocardiographic assessment of myocardial protection in a redo ascending-arch aortic operation

Eur J Cardiothorac Surg. 2003 Nov;24(5):827-9. doi: 10.1016/s1010-7940(03)00518-9.

Abstract

In a redo operation of the ascending aortic arch, transesophageal echocardiography was useful in confirming antegrade infusion flow of cardioplegia solution into the left main coronary artery.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aortic Aneurysm / surgery*
  • Aortic Dissection / surgery*
  • Cardiac Catheterization / methods
  • Cardioplegic Solutions / administration & dosage*
  • Echocardiography, Transesophageal*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Intraoperative Care / methods*
  • Reoperation

Substances

  • Cardioplegic Solutions