Table 2.
Frequency of Early Postoperative Complications
| Regular List (n=711) | High-Risk List (n=111) | P Value | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postoperative atrial fibrillation, % | 72 (10.1) | 16 (14.4) | 0.140 |
| Postoperative VAD, % | 24 (3.4) | 4 (3.6) | 0.892 |
| Respiratory failure, % | 48 (6.8) | 12 (10.8) | 0.119 |
| Worsening renal function, % | 61 (8.6) | 12 (10.8) | 0.434 |
| Renal failure (hemodialysis) | 80 (11.3) | 16 (14.4) | 0.326 |
| Reoperation for bleeding, % | 84 (11.8) | 14 (12.6) | 0.789 |
| Sternal wound infection, % | 40 (5.6) | 8 (7.2) | 0.488 |
| Stroke, % | 11 (1.5) | 0 (0) | 0.189 |
| 30-Day mortality, % | 32 (4.5) | 4 (3.6) | 0.660 |
VAD indicates ventricular assist device.