title: Simple and secure aortotomy closure.
abstract: We describe a technique for closure of the transverse aortotomy incision after standard aortic valve replacement. This has proved to be an excellent technique that is expeditious and ensures a good seal of the aortotomy edges. It is easily reproducible, with consistently good results.
authors: Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Wellington Public Hospital, Wellington South, New Zealand.
authors: Jayapadman
authors: J
authors: Bhaskar
authors: Ashok K
authors: AK
authors: Sharma
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D001011:Aorta / Q000601:surgery*; D001021:Aortic Valve; D019918:Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D013536:Suture Techniques