Comparative Myocardial Protection Effects of Buckberg and del Nido in Mitral Valve Surgery: A Prospective Randomized Trial

Abstract

Background: Myocardial protection during cardiopulmonary bypass requires essential techniques to preserve myocardial function and protect the myocardium from cellular damage. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of del Nido cardioplegia in mitral valve surgery compared to Buckberg solution.