Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2877039 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2012 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Aortic root replacement with a mechanical valve prosthesis can be performed safely with low mortality and acceptable morbidity. Perioperative myocardial infarction is the strongest independent risk factor of 30-day mortality.
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Authors
Bart P. MD, PhD, Sabri MS, Sailay MD, Marc A.A.M. MD, PhD, Robin H. MD, PhD, Wim J. MD, PhD,