Spring retractor: a new adjunct for aortic valve surgery.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2011.01.095.
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Abstract
We describe a new aortic retractor that is effective in maintaining aortic root geometry and providing for adequate intraoperative visual valve assessment, and therefore enables the surgeon to perform precise aortic valve repair or replacement procedures.
Medical subject headings
- Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Diseases
- Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
- Intraoperative Care
- Surgical Instruments