Related Experiment Video
Updated: May 7, 2026

10:52
Closure of a Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO): An Intervention Sequence
Published on: December 23, 2022
Perventricular device closure of ventricular defects in 235 young children: a single-center experience
Hua-Shan Xu1, Kamran Yunus Inamdar, Khan Mohammed Firoj
1Cardiovascular Surgery Department, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Institute of Clinical Medical Research of Universities Henan, Zhengzhou, Henan, China.
The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
|October 1, 2013
Abstract
No abstract available in PubMed .
Keywords:
28.2Related Concept Videos
Mitral Stenosis I: Introduction
Mitral Valve Stenosis (MVS) is a heart condition where the mitral valve narrows, impeding blood circulation from the left atrium to the left ventricle. The etiology and pathophysiology of this condition are multifaceted, leading to a cascade of cardiovascular complications.Causes of Mitral Valve StenosisRheumatic Heart Disease: It is the main cause of mitral valve stenosis, particularly in developing nations. This condition arises from rheumatic fever, an inflammatory illness resulting from...
Mitral Stenosis III: Medical Management
Mitral stenosis, a condition marked by the narrowing of the mitral valve, necessitates an integrated approach for effective management. This approach includes preventative measures, medical therapy, and surgical interventions to reduce symptoms and prevent complications.PreventionPrevention of mitral stenosis primarily focuses on reducing the incidence of bacterial infections, particularly streptococcal infections, which can lead to rheumatic fever and subsequent valvular damage. Timely...
