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Comparison of percentage of GME transmitted post filter from the venous line and from the post trap/reservoir monitoring site. The comparison is provided for both GME counts and embolic load.
| GME Transmitted | Valve (%) | CABG (%) | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| VL to filter (counts) | 28 ± 4.6 | 22 ± 4.0 | .39 |
| VL to filter (load) | .14 ± .08 | .08 ± .026 | .47 |
| Post trap/venous reservoir to filter (counts) | 10 ± 1.6 | 22 ± 2.5 | <.001 |
| Post trap/venous reservoir to filter (load) | 1.3 ± .24 | 3.6 ± .75 | .007 |
