| Literature DB >> 18442605 |
Hirokuni Arai1, Fusahiko Itoh, Takeshi Someya, Keiji Oi, Kiyoshi Tamura, Hiroyuki Tanaka.
Abstract
Although numerous surgical techniques have been developed for ischemic/functional mitral regurgitation, none has clearly improved patient outcome. We report the clinical application of a new mitral complex remodeling procedure for ischemic/functional mitral regurgitation that allows comprehensive remodeling of the entire mitral complex. The mitral complex remodeling procedure consists of three major concepts: division and reconstruction of secondary chords, undersized annuloplasty, and bilateral papillary muscle relocation.Entities:
Mesh:
Year: 2008 PMID: 18442605 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2007.11.073
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann Thorac Surg ISSN: 0003-4975 Impact factor: 4.330