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Isolated Human Pulmonary Artery Structure and Function Pre‐ and Post‐Cardiopulmonary Bypass Surgery

Abstract Background Pulmonary dysfunction is a known complication after cardiac surgery using cardiopulmonary bypass, ranging from subclinical functional changes to prolonged postoperative ventilation, acute lung injury, and acute respiratory distress..

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Pro: Mechanical Ventilation Should Be Continued During Cardiopulmonary Bypass

POSTOPERATIVE PULMONARY dysfunction, a known complication after cardiac surgery, is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Pulmonary complications include hypoxemia; increased work of breathing; atelectasis; pneumonia; and in 2% to..

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