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Combining excision of an epicardial lipoma with a planned coronary bypass procedure achieved an unexpectedly good clinical result in a patient with coexisting coronary artery disease.
Simultaneous excision of an epicardial lipoma during coronary bypass surgery can be effectively performed.
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May support combined procedures in select patients; leaves open prospective evaluation of risks and benefits.
Harjola et al. (1985) studied this question. Combining excision of an epicardial lipoma with a planned coronary bypass procedure achieved an unexpectedly good clinical result in a patient with coexisting coronary artery disease.
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