| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2878192 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2010 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Non-blood group-compatible homografts have a significantly higher early reoperation rate than blood group-compatible homografts. Contegra grafts have a very low early reoperation rate and could therefore be used in neonates and children younger than 3 years of age, if a blood group-compatible homograft cannot be found. In children older than 3 years blood group compatibility is less important.
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Authors
Jan T. MD, PhD, Jorge MD, Norman E. MD, Jalal MD, Maurice MD, Afksendiyos MD, PhD,