A technique to repair type I left ventricular rupture following mitral valve replacement.
Rupture of the posterior left ventricle is a serious complication following mitral valve replacement. A successful method of repair is illustrated. The causes, other methods of repair, and means to prevent this complication are discussed.
Applebaum
R E
RE
Division of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University of Maryland Hospital, Baltimore.
Sequeira
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A
McLaughlin
J S
JS
D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006341:Heart Rupture / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006350:Heart Valve Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006352:Heart Ventricles; D006801:Humans; D008943:Mitral Valve; D013536:Suture Techniques