Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2978583 | The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | 2016 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Bioprosthetic valve thrombosis account for 11% of all reoperations for bioprosthetic valve dysfunction, and preoperative diagnosis can be made based on echocardiographic features. Early reoperation can be prevented if BPVT is identified and treated preoperatively.
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Authors
Alexander C. Egbe, Heidi M. Connolly, Hartzell V. Schaff,