TY - BOOK AU - Siavosh Khonsari TI - Cardiac Surgery: Safeguards and Pitfalls in Operative Technique SN - 0397516266 U1 - 617.412 KHO PY - 0000///132008/// CY - Philadelphia PB - Lippincott-Raven, 1997 Original from the University of Michigan Digitized N2 - he long-awaited Second Edition of this successful text continues to provide the most current, proven guidance for enhancing operative technique and avoiding potential complications. A smooth writing style incorporated with step-by-step illustrations offers a vivid presentation of the most essential knowledge, including management of infected sternal wounds; repair of the mitral valve with modern prosthetic rings; correction of the pulmonary artery sling; performance of coronary artery bypass graft surgery with minimal assistance; management of Epstein's anomaly in the neonate; and much more. Both adult and pediatric cases receive ample coverage. Pitfalls and errors are highlighted throughout with a hazard sign; and Nota Bene (NB) notations are used to emphasize points of particular importance ER -