Mild cognitive deficits before CABG may be a marker for cerebrovascular disease and increased risk of adverse neurologic outcomes.
For patients undergoing coronary-artery bypass grafting (CABG), adverse neurologic outcomes, including stroke and cognitive decline, are major concerns. Even mild cognitive deficits before surgery may be a marker for cerebrovascular disease and increased risk.
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