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Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2002;21:1121-1122
© 2002 Elsevier Science NL

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‘Shunt shuffle’—a simple technique of introducing intracoronary shunts for off-pump coronary artery bypass

The Cardiothoracic Centre – Liverpool, Thomas Drive, Liverpool, L14 3PE, UK

Received 3 January 2002; received in revised form 12 February 2002; accepted 19 February 2002.

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Intracoronary shunting is a useful method for maintaining distal perfusion as well as providing a bloodless field during off-pump coronary revascularization. Intracoronary shunts require insertion of both ends through a limited arteriotomy, which sometimes can be troublesome. We describe the ‘shunt shuffle’ as a simple technique, which allows rapid, atraumatic and easy insertion of intracoronary shunts.

Key Words: Shunt shuffle • Intracoronary shunts • Off-pump coronary artery bypass

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