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Protocol for Relative Hydrodynamic Assessment of Tri-leaflet Polymer Valves
Published on: October 17, 2013
Simplified techniques of valve replacement
1Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, Texas Heart Institute, Houston 77225.
Abstract:
After an extensive trial of many different suture techniques for implanting valvular prostheses, we have recently returned to using a simple, continuous suture of monofilament polypropylene. We believe this technique has many theoretical and practical advantages. Valvular implantation takes less time and is even more secure than when individual sutures are used. In addition, the need for porous felt pledgets, which may harbor bacteria, is eliminated. This simple technique facilitates implantation in the mitral and aortic positions.
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