Key result
Coronary revascularization using the radial artery demonstrated 1.4% operative mortality and 94% late graft patency at a mean of 14 months.
Why the study?
Is the radial artery a safe and effective conduit for coronary bypass surgery?
Population
148 patients (18 females) undergoing myocardial revascularization between July 1992 and May 1994
Design
Case_series
Follow-up
6 to 20 months (mean 14 months) for late patency
Authors
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Supports radial artery grafting in CABG; hypothesis-generating and should not yet change practice.
Observational (n=148)
Is the radial artery a safe and effective conduit for coronary bypass surgery?
The radial artery can be used safely as an alternative conduit in coronary bypass surgery, demonstrating excellent early and late patency rates.
Calafiore et al. (2010) conducted an observational in Coronary artery disease requiring revascularization (n=148). Radial artery graft was evaluated on Late graft patency (6 to 20 months). Coronary revascularization using the radial artery demonstrated 1.4% operative mortality and 94% late graft patency at a mean of 14 months.
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