Publications by authors named "Mira Ivkovic"
Long-term results after reconstructive surgery for aneurysms of the left ventricle.
Heart Surg Forum
December 2009
Background: Aneurysms of the left ventricle (LV) present a serious consequence of myocardial infarction, causing mechanical, thromboembolic, and arythmogenic complications. We present our experience in LV remodeling and long-term follow-up results.
Methods: From May 1998 to February 2009, 85 patients with postinfarction LV aneurysm underwent reconstructive procedures.
Article Synopsis
- Percutaneous coronary intervention with stent placement is commonly used for revascularization, especially in cases of acute coronary syndrome, with increasing reports of stent thrombosis.
- The most recent ACC/AHA/SCAI guidelines suggest using bare-metal stents or balloon angioplasty if surgery is anticipated within 6-12 months after stent placement.
- A case study of a 56-year-old male with colon cancer highlights the risk of myocardial infarction from bare-metal stent thrombosis, emphasizing the need for better strategies for managing patients at high risk for stent thrombosis.
Background: Endoscopic radial artery harvest provides better cosmetic result without compromising the quality of the graft. We sought to compare postoperative harvesting site neurologic and vascular outcome.
Methods: From 10/2002 until 10/2004, 50 patients were randomized to have their radial artery harvested for coronary bypass either endoscopically (group A, n = 25) or conventionally (group B, n = 25).
Objective: Postoperative bleeding is still one of the most common complications of cardiac surgery. Antifibrinolytic agents successfully reduce bleeding, but there are controversies concerning adverse effects after their systemic use. By topical application of antifibrinolytic agents in pericardial cavity, most of these effects are avoided.
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