Degenerative processes in bioprosthetic mitral valves in juvenile pigs
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Glutaraldehyde-treated bioprosthetic heart valves are commonly used for replacement of diseased heart valves. However, calcification and wear limit their durability, and the development of new and improved bioprosthetic valve designs...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2011-05-01
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| Series: | Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery |
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| Online Access: | http://www.cardiothoracicsurgery.org/content/6/1/72 |