[Ventricular function following reinforcement of the mitral ostium].
After implantation of a metal ring into the mitral position the ventricular function seems to be slightly impaired in the early postoperative phase. 6 months after operation, however, ventricular function is unchanged which excludes a significant hemodynamic influence of mitral valve stiffening.
D000818:Animals; D004285:Dogs; D006350:Heart Valve Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects; D006439:Hemodynamics; D008943:Mitral Valve / Q000601:surgery*
Ventrikelfunktion nach Versteifung des Mitralostiums