Ann Thorac Surg. 1981 Apr;31(4):379-80. doi: 10.1016/s0003-4975(10)60974-5.
The Annals of thoracic surgery
I M Ross, T E Theman
PMID: 6971078 DOI: 10.1016/s0003-4975(10)60974-5
A technique is described for intermittent decompression of the left ventricle. This method provides all of the advantages of left ventricular venting while eliminating the hazards. The technique is most advantageous in coronary artery operations.