Pak J Med Sci
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To investigate the relationship between family history of cancer, coping style and psychological distress. ⋯ The negative coping style will predispose to a more stronger psychological distress among the individuals with family history of cancer.
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Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common arrhythmia seen after coronary artery surgery. The purpose this study was to determine incidence of AF that develops after coronary surgery and the factors affecting its development. ⋯ Advanced age, male sex, hypertension and prolonged P-wave duration are the factors that are associated with AF after coronary surgery. Avoidance of CPB does not decrease AF development.