Mitral Valve Growth After Posterior Annular Stabilization With Untreated Autologous Pericardial Strip in Children With Mitral Valve Insufficiency

Stabilization of the posterior annulus with pericardial strip prevents further posterior annular dilation and allows anterior MV leaflet and its annulus to grow in relation to body size over time, as well as preserving flexible properties of the MV orifice.