Reversal of ventricular dilatation in aortic regurgitation after valve replacement and cardiac support implant surgery using the CorCap cardiac support device.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The effects of combined aortic valve replacement, coronary bypass surgery, and passive containment surgery in a patient with long-standing aortic regurgitation and marked ventricular dilatation are described. After surgery there was a rapid decrease in left ventricular size and maintained ventricular function.
Medical subject headings
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart-Assist Devices
- Ventricular Dysfunction, Left