| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2980760 | The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery | 2014 | 13 Pages |
Abstract
In selected patients with severe heart failure, less-invasive valve surgery is a viable option, yielding at least equivalent efficiency, safety, and effectiveness to complete sternotomy. However, achieving these outcomes requires surgeons experienced in less-invasive surgery.
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Authors
Tomislav MD, Mislav MD, Sarah J. MS, A. Marc MD, Joseph F. MD, Lars G. MD, PhD, Randall C. MD, MPH, Nicholas G. MD, Eugene H. MD,