Pulmonary endarterectomy is effective and safe in patients with haemoglobinopathies and abnormal red blood cells: the Papworth experience [ADULT CARDIAC]

CONCLUSIONS Results of PEA in this complex patient group were satisfactory. Expert haematological advice is important and exchange blood transfusions may be necessary. The presence of abnormal haemoglobin does not contra-indicate PEA surgery.

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Source: European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - August 30, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Mahesh, B., Besser, M., Ravaglioli, A., Pepke-Zaba, J., Martinez, G., Klein, A., Ng, C., Tsui, S., Dunning, J., Jenkins, D. P. Tags: Electrophysiology - arrhythmias ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research