| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2880622 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2009 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
The sustained reduction of left ventricular dimensions 3 years after operation suggests the Florida sleeve procedure is a durable valve repair. A minor increase in the degree of aortic insufficiency warrants close follow-up, but the absence of an increase of LVEDD supports continued use of the procedure in closely studied series.
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Authors
Philip J. MD, P. Kent MD, Charles T. MD, Thomas M. MD, MPH, Marco T. MD, Peter MD, Curtis G. MD, Tomas D. MD,