Conclusions:
Despite of more challenging on LVD patients’ management, the immediately
outcomes post operation, and the long-term outcomes are similar between
groups are similar, indicating that the OPCAB is as safe and effective
as conventional CABG in all patients, regardless of LVEF. Recognition of
the safety of OPCAB in impaired LVEF patients can support the
development of comprehensive choices for LVD patients’ cardiac
surgeries. More longitudinal studies are needed to assess the safety of
OPCAB in real-world setting and to tailor interventions for LVD patients
accordingly.
Funding: None.
Conflict of interest: none declared.