Topical Vasodilators for preventing radial artery spasm during harvesting for coronary revascularization: Comparison of 4 agents

Nisanoglu V., Battaloglu B., Ozgur B., Eroglu T., Erdil N.

HEART SURGERY FORUM, vol.9, no.6, 2006 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 9 Issue: 6
  • Publication Date: 2006
  • Doi Number: 10.1532/hsf98.20061070
  • Journal Name: HEART SURGERY FORUM
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Inonu University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Background. There is still controversy about which vasodilator solution is best for storing radial artery (RA) conduits prior to coronary artery bypass grafting. The aim of this pilot study was to investigate how 4 different topical vasodilators applied during RA harvesting affect blood flow with the vessel in situ.