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Cardiothoracic Anesthesia Glossary
100 terms total — 2 showing — Last updated 26 Oct 2026
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resternotomy
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Reopening of the sternum for repeat cardiac surgery or emergency access.
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bypass graft patency
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The state of a coronary bypass graft remaining open and functional after surgical placement.
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graft patency
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The state of a bypass graft remaining open and functional, allowing adequate blood flow to the target coronary territory...
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