Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5597358 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2017 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Autologous vein has the potential to function as a mitral valve leaflet substitute because it adapted morphologically and remained viable in the intracardiac position. Technical refinement in creating and implanting the leaflet is needed to improve the progression of MR.
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Authors
Jacques T. MMed (Thor), PhD, Andre MMed (Anes), PhD, Gawie MMed (Thor), Izak MMed (Forens Path), MMed (Anat Path), Adriaan MBChB, MMed (Anes), Pieter MBChB, MMed (Cardio), Philip MBChB, MMed (Cardio),