| Literature DB >> 16798256 |
Yasuhiro Shudo1, Kazuhiro Taniguchi, Toshiki Takahashi, Hajime Matsue.
Abstract
We describe a simple reproducible method for chordal replacement using expanded polytetrafluoroethylene sutures during a mitral valve repair. With this technique, fine length adjustments of the new chordae are easy to make and it is possible to tie the two ends of the suture securely without slippage.Entities:
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Year: 2006 PMID: 16798256 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2005.05.087
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann Thorac Surg ISSN: 0003-4975 Impact factor: 4.330