Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in the prevention of postoperative atrial fibrillation in open heart surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract:Aim. To evaluate the literature data on the efficacy of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) in the prevention of postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) in elective cardiac surgery, including onor off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting and/or valve replacement and/or repair.Material and methods. The search for studies was carried out using the PubMed database and Google Scholar from 2005 to January 31, 2022. From the initially identified search results, 19 articles were analyzed. The design of artic… Show more
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