Sex differences in saphenous vein graft patency: A systematic review and meta-analysis

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  • Authors
    Lehtinen, Miia L.; Harik, Lamia; Soletti, Giovanni; Rahouma, Mohamed; Dimagli, Arnaldo; Perezgrovas-Olaria, Roberto; Audisio, Katia; Demetres, Michelle; Gaudino, Mario
  • Type
    Original Research
  • Journal
    Journal of Cardiac Surgery
  • Publication Date
    2022
  • Abstract

    Saphenous vein grafts (SVG) are the most commonly used conduits in coronary artery bypass grafting. Graft failure is observed in up to 50% of SVG at 10 years after surgery. Whether a difference in SVG patency rates exists between men and women remains unclear.

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