Bridging annuloplasty for common atrioventricular valve regurgitation.

Takayama, T; Nagata, N; Miyairi, T; Abe, M; Koseni, K; Yoshimura, Y · Ann Thorac Surg · 1995

case_series · Level IV

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Abstract

Progressive common atrioventricular valve regurgitation is a serious condition in children with a univentricular heart. We developed a repair procedure that consists of using a Teflon tape bridge and total circular annuloplasty to divide the common atrioventricular valve into two atrioventricular valves. This procedure was performed in 2 infants, and the results were satisfactory. Details of the technique are described.

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