Ministernotomy for aortic valve replacement in a patient with osteogenesis imperfecta.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Open heart operations in patients with osteogenesis imperfecta are associated with increased morbidity and mortality resulting from tissue friability and bone brittleness. We used a ministernotomy approach for aortic valve replacement in a patient with osteogenesis imperfecta, with clear benefits and a satisfactory outcome.
Medical subject headings
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
- Osteogenesis Imperfecta
- Sternum