Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9945393 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2005 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
This is a novel surgical alternative for a very high risk population. Potential advantages over current options include minimization of blood contact with nonbiological surfaces, preservation of annular motion, freedom from anticoagulation, and a theoretical lower rate of calcification.
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Authors
Marcelo G. MD, James S. MD, James M. MD, Robert S. MD, Richard N. MD, Bartley P. MD,