A tribute to Giancarlo Rastelli.
Giancarlo Rastelli (1933-1970) was a pioneer cardiac surgeon who developed a classification of atrioventricular canal and a novel surgical procedure that revolutionized the management of children with congenital heart disease. Rastelli lived a short, yet fascinating life. His work was ahead of its time and laid the foundation for the treatment of complex congenital cardiac anomalies.
Konstantinov
Igor E
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Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. igorkonst@hotmail.com
Rosapepe
Felice
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Dearani
Joseph A
JA
Alexi-Meskishvili
Vladimir V
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Li
Jia
J
D006321:Heart / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D049673:History, 20th Century; D006801:Humans; D007558:Italy; D008297:Male; D009206:Myocardium / Q000473:pathology; D010336:Pathology; D013903:Thoracic Surgery / Q000266:history*