Comparison of flexible, open with semi-rigid, closed annuloplasty-rings for mitral valve repair
Abstract Background Mitral regurgitation is a frequent valvular disease, with an increasing prevalence. We analysed the long-term outcomes of mitral valve repair procedures conducted over the last 10 years in our clinic using almost exclusively two different annuloplasty ring types. Methods A single...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-03-01
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Series: | Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13019-021-01405-1 |