Abstract
Background: Open abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair is associated with a significant morbidity (primarily respiratory and cardiac complications) and an overall mortality rate of 4% to 10%. We tested the hypothesis that perioperative fluid restriction would reduce complications and improve outcome after elective open AAA repair.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 28-34 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Annals of Surgery |
Volume | 250 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jul 2009 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery