Expert Analysis: The role of the posterior left pericardiotomy in reducing pericardial effusion and postoperative atrial fibrillation after cardiac surgery.

The Role of the Posterior Left Pericardiotomy in Reducing Pericardial Effusion and Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation After Cardiac Surgery – American College of Cardiology

Related study from the same authors: #AHA21 – RCT: Among patients undergoing cardiac surgery, routine posterior left pericardiotomy can prevent postoperative atrial fibrillation.

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