Myocardial damage mechanisms in coronary artery bypass surgery (literature review)

Abstract

The paper discusses modern views on myocardial damage mechanisms in coronary artery bypass surgery (CABG). The publications reviewed include those on molecular basis and pathophysiological pathways in ischemia/ reperfusion syndrome, as well as on potential cardioprotective strategies.

Keywords

• coronary artery bypass surgery
• reperfusion myocardial damage
• myocardial stunning
• inflammatory response
• anti-ischemic strategies
• cardioprotection