Coronary surgery in women: How can we improve outcomes
Brittany A. Zwischenberger, Oliver K. Jawitz, Jennifer S. Lawton
Abstract
Thoracic Surgery Meeting, International Coronary Congress Session. In this opinion, we consider the factors that contribute to the differences in outcomes after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) between women and men to provide strategies to optimize outcomes in women.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineGuidelineRandomized controlled trialAnginaCoronary artery diseaseCanadian Cardiovascular SocietySpecialtyRevascularizationInternal medicinePhysical therapySurgeryFamily medicineMyocardial infarctionPathologyCardiovascular Issues in PregnancyAcute Myocardial Infarction ResearchAntiplatelet Therapy and Cardiovascular Diseases