The network meta-analysis of aortic no touch techniques provides a “Class 1, Level of evidence B’ indication for minimising the aortic manipulation during CAGS.
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Network meta-analysis favouring anaortic cag
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Macquarie University Hospital surgeon Professor Michael Vallely and his team have completed a network meta-analysis of the latest evidence for off-pump heart surgery across the world. The research shows that a ‘no touch’ or ‘anaortic’ approach has a significant impact on reducing stroke.