Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2876706 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2012 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Functional QOL outcomes within the first 2 years after early MV repair are excellent using open and robotic platforms. A robotic approach may be associated with slightly improved early QOL and return to employment-based activities. These results may have implications regarding future evolution of clinical guidelines and economic health care policy.
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Authors
Rakesh M. MD, DPhil, Ryan M. MA, Harold M. MD, Marianne PhD, Zhuo MS, David T. PhD, Tali PhD, Maurice E. MD, Hartzell V. MD,