Thoracoscopic Transmyocardial Laser Revascularization: Is Prior Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting a Contraindication?

Objective:Recently, thoracoscopic techniques have been used to perform transmyocardial laser revascularization (TMR) in patients who are not suitable candidates for coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery or percutaneous coronary interventions. Whether or not prior CABG contraindicates a port ac