The Prognostic Value of Previous Coronary Stent Implantation in Patients Undergoing Myocardial Revascularization Surgery.

Background: Currently, studies are underway to determine whether coronary stent implantation with percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty before a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) influences the prognosis of surgery. This study aimed to assess the need for future revascularisation or all-cause mortality as a composite endpoint after CABG surgery among patients with previous stent implantation.

Methods: A retrospective, non-randomised study was performed on 721 patients who underwent CABGin our centre between 2012 and 2017.

Retropharyngeal Abscess. Clinical Review of Twenty-five Years.

Introduction: Retropharyngeal abscess is a serious condition. Its rare occurrence, thus sharing symptoms with other processes, make it a diagnostic challenge for the clinician. Therefore, it is critical to make an early diagnosis to prevent delaying treatment and avoid complications.