Repair of the torn, friable right atrium after decannulation.
We describe a technique to repair the torn, friable right atriotomy cannulation site. It results in a tension-free, hemostatic repair.
St Cyr
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Department of Surgery, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, Denver 80262.
Fullerton
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Harken
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D002315:Cardiopulmonary Bypass / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006325:Heart Atria / Q000293:injuries*; D006335:Heart Injuries / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D011093:Polyethylene Terephthalates; D012421:Rupture; D013536:Suture Techniques
D011093:Polyethylene Terephthalates