Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2883377 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2006 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Mitral valve surgery for idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy to treat end-stage heart failure is relatively safe and effective in elective status. However, isolated mitral reconstruction without any other type of surgery may not suffice for an extremely enlarged LV.
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Authors
Taiko MD, Hisayoshi MD, Tadashi MD, Fumikazu MD, Joji MD,