PubMed · 14602338
Sizing for modified David's reimplantation procedure.
Abstract
The problem of sizing the graft, annulus, and left ventricular outflow tract for the David reimplantation type of aortic valve preserving procedure remains a concern, particularly in patients with Marfan syndrome. To resolve this issue, a modified method used in over 20 patients is described of doing the repair around a Hegar's dilator. In essence, the size chosen is according to the patient's normalized annular size based on body surface area. This technique also creates a neosinus in the root.
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Lars G Svensson. 2003. Sizing for modified David's reimplantation procedure.. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0003-4975(03)00439-9
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