Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2879512 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2008 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
This study presents one of the largest series of St. Jude Medical Biocor aortic valves in the world. Results indicate an age-dependent risk of structural valve degeneration beginning as soon as 7 years postoperatively for patients below the age of 65 years, but show a low overall incidence of valve-related complications and excellent durability.
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Authors
Walter B. MD, Ina M. MD, Daniel J. MD, Klaus MD, Carolin Schricker, Sabine MD, Ruediger MD,