Does t cell Activation drive CD4 decline in longitudinally followed HIV-infected Elite Controllers?
Elevated immune activation in ECs is not associated with a faster rate of CD4 decline.
Compared with median sternotomy, right thoracotomy is associated with a higher occurrence of stroke and less frequent mitral valve repair. Specific strategies for conducting the operation should be used to reduce the risk of stroke when right thoracotomy is used for mitral valve reoperation. In most instances, repeat median sternotomy, with its better exposure and greater latitude for concomitant procedures, is preferred.