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Does N-acetylcysteine prevent postoperative atrial fibrillation in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass and/or valve surgery?
Does N-acetylcysteine prevent postoperative atrial fibrillation in patients undergoing coronary artery bypass and/or valve surgery?
Prophylactic use of N-acetylcysteine significantly reduces the incidence of postoperative atrial fibrillation in patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
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Supports prophylactic NAC to reduce postoperative AF after cardiac surgery; confirms benefit in this RCT of bypass/valve patients.
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