Radial Artery-to-Aorta Anastomoses Using Symmetry Aortic Connectors: Two Cases
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https://doi.org/10.1532/hsf.1097Abstract
Symmetry aortic connectors (St. Jude Medical, Minneapolis, MN, USA) present a new alternative to hand-sewn proximal vein graft anastomoses. This report of 2 cases documents the feasibility of using these connectors for radial artery grafts as well.References
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