Summary
This expert systematic review, endorsed by major European and North American cardiac surgery societies, synthesises evidence on conduit selection for coronary artery bypass grafting. The authors conclude that whilst the left internal thoracic artery to left anterior descending artery remains the gold standard, individualised conduit strategy based on patient anatomy, clinical characteristics, and surgeon expertise optimises surgical outcomes in multivessel CABG.
Regional applicability
The recommendations from EACTS-endorsed guidance are directly applicable to UK cardiac surgical practice, as EACTS is the primary professional body for European cardio-thoracic surgeons. These findings inform standard-of-care decisions in NHS cardiac centres.
Key measures
Graft patency, patient outcomes, conduit performance, technical considerations for different arterial and venous conduit options in CABG
Outcomes reported
The systematic review evaluated evidence on conduit selection (internal thoracic arteries, saphenous vein grafts, and other arterial options) for coronary artery bypass grafting, considering patient anatomy, clinical characteristics, and surgeon experience.
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