Journal of cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia
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J. Cardiothorac. Vasc. Anesth. · Oct 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialNot All Sounds Have Negative Effects on Children Undergoing Cardiac Surgery.
This study was designed to evaluate the role of music therapy on the level of stress in children undergoing repair of congenital heart disease. ⋯ Listening to favorable music by children undergoing repair for congenital heart disease resulted in less stress and more relaxation.
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J. Cardiothorac. Vasc. Anesth. · Oct 2015
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Is an Independent Predictor of Postoperative Atrial Fibrillation in Cardiac Surgery.
To test the hypothesis that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a risk factor for development of postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) after cardiac surgery. ⋯ OSA is significantly associated with POAF in cardiac surgery patients. Further investigation is needed to determine whether or not use of positive airway pressure in OSA patients reduces the risk of POAF.