Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2874473 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2012 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Vocal cord and swallowing dysfunction are common in infants after the Norwood operation and may increase the need for tube feeding regimens. Modification of surgical techniques for dissection and mobilization of the aorta can significantly reduce the incidence of these adverse outcomes.
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Authors
Konstantin MD, Karen PhD, CPNP, Robert H. MD, J. Paul MD, Jesse MS, MA, Peter B. MD,