Predictors for Late Reoperation After  Surgical Repair of Acute Type A Aortic Dissection

Conclusions We found several risk factors for both late reoperation and death. Specifically, aortic diameter in the early phase after the initial operation and nonuse of β-blockers were strong predictors. The ratio of the false lumen to the true lumen may also be a new and useful indicator for late reoperation.
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research