| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2878464 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2010 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
New, late-onset AF after mitral valve repair for leaflet prolapse is significantly increased in patients with greater degrees of preoperative TR, and late survival is subsequently decreased. To avoid the adverse consequences of late AF, the addition of surgical AF ablation may be warranted.
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Authors
John M. MD, Rakesh M. MD, DPhil, Joseph A. MD, Thoralf M. MD, Hartzell V. MD,