Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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9945419 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2005 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Redo MVR in children can be performed safely with low morbidity and mortality. A larger prosthesis can often be placed in these children. A surprisingly high percentage of patients eventually require transplantation, perhaps reflecting unnecessary delay in referral for redo MVR.
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Authors
Kirk R. MD, Joseph M. MD, Paul M. MD,