Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
4761157 Pathology 2008 8 Pages PDF
Abstract
Bioprosthetic heart valves in VADs show significant changes which appear to correlate with duration post-implantation. These changes suggest that haemodynamic forces and the inflammatory reaction may play a significant role in the long-term durability of the porcine bioprostheses in these devices.
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