| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2883383 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2006 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Our data demonstrate that it is possible to achieve an acceptable outcome in octogenarians who have reoperation of the aortic valve prosthesis. Early and mid-term survival is predominantly influenced by unexpected postoperative complications and not by preoperative risk factors, with the exception of diabetes mellitus.
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Authors
Thomas MD, Dirk MD, PhD, Georg MD, PhD, Armin PhD, Dieter MD, PhD, Reiner MD, PhD,