The cycle of form and function in cardiac valvulogenesis
The formation and remodeling of the embryonic valves is a complex and dynamic process that occurs within a constantly changing hemodynamic environment. Defects in embryonic and fetal valve remodeling are the leading cause of congenital heart defects, yet very little is known about how fibrous leafle...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Magdi Yacoub Institute
2011-12-01
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Series: | Global Cardiology Science & Practice |
Online Access: | http://www.qscience.com/doi/pdf/10.5339/ahcsps.2011.10 |