Scandinavian cardiovascular journal : SCJ
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Scand. Cardiovasc. J. · Jun 2003
Comparative StudyPlatelet function after coronary artery bypass grafting: is there a procoagulant activity after off-pump compared with on-pump surgery?
After off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB) haemostasis might be better preserved compared with on-pump coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). The aim of this study was to investigate whether this possibly better preserved haemostasis results in a procoagulant activity of the platelets. ⋯ This study has mainly indicated that platelets after OPCAB were more easily activated in the early postoperative period. After CABG with cardiopulmonary bypass we found a temporary platelet dysfunction which seemed to be overcome within the first postoperative day.
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Scand. Cardiovasc. J. · Jun 2003
Comparative StudyPrehospital behaviour of patients admitted with acute coronary syndrome or witnessed cardiac arrest.
To study prehospital behaviour of patients admitted with acute coronary syndrome or witnessed cardiac arrest. ⋯ Patients misinterpret symptoms of acute coronary syndrome and are misguided when calling for medical assistance. Perceiving jeopardy had positive influence on the behaviour. Awareness of therapeutic options influences the decision-making process.