Publications by authors named "Erika Nibbering de Souza Lima"
Rev Bras Cir Cardiovasc
October 2010
Article Synopsis
- The study focuses on the incidence of mediastinitis, a serious complication, in cardiovascular surgery patients, with a review of 1038 cases from May 2007 to June 2009.
- The occurrence of mediastinitis was noted in 2.4% of patients, primarily affecting those with diabetes, smoking history, obesity, and other health issues, and it was linked to a high mortality rate (32%).
- Key complications included respiratory issues, strokes, and organ failures, with Staphylococcus aureus identified as the most common bacterial culprit; coronary artery bypass grafting was specifically associated with a heightened risk of infection.
