| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2876412 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2012 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Redundant MV leaflet tissue reduces mechanical stress on the noncoapted leaflets; the extent of coaptation or frictional interleaflet interaction does not independently influence leaflet stresses. Repair techniques that increase or preserve noncoapted leaflet area may decrease mechanical stresses and thereby enhance repair durability.
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Authors
Chun PhD, Arminder S. MD, Derek P. MD, Thomas J. BS, Clayton J. MD, Melissa M. MD, Mathieu MD, Robert C. MD, Joseph H. MD, Benjamin M. MD, MS,