Xianming Fu
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Xianming Fu is a cardiovascular surgeon whose research centers on optimizing coronary revascularization techniques, with a particular focus on internal thoracic artery (ITA) harvesting. His work addresses a critical challenge in cardiac surgery: how to maximize the long-term patency of bypass grafts while minimizing surgical trauma. In his highly cited 2021 systematic review (25 citations), Fu comprehensively analyzed the gold-standard use of ITAs, detailing every technical nuance from harvesting to preparation for myocardial revascularization. This work serves as an essential reference for surgeons navigating the complexities of this demanding procedure. Building on this foundation, Fu’s 2022 cohort study (12 citations) demonstrated that minimally invasive left internal mammary artery harvesting techniques are not only safe during the learning curve but achieve results comparable to conventional open approaches. This finding has significant implications for reducing patient recovery times and surgical morbidity without compromising graft quality. Through these contributions, Fu is helping to advance less invasive cardiac surgery while maintaining the superior outcomes associated with ITA conduits—a balance that remains at the forefront of modern coronary artery bypass grafting.
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