Incidence, risk factors and prognosis of postoperative atrial arrhythmias after lung transplantation: a systematic review and meta-analysis

In conclusion, the significant risk factors for postoperative atrial arrhythmias were gender, age, history of atrial arrhythmias, vasopressor use, cystic fibrosis, interstitial lung disease, hypertension, coronary artery disease, hyperlipidaemia, cardiac index and left atrial size. Development of postoperative atrial arrhythmias has prognostic implications for length of stay and overall survival after lung transplantation. Prospective and randomized trials are needed to address these issues in the future.

Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - October 25, 2016 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Fan, J., Zhou, K., Li, S., Du, H., Che, G. Tags: Trachea and bronchi, History Thoracic Source Type: research