Optimizing mitral valve exposure with conventional left atriotomy.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The standard surgical approach to the mitral valve is accomplished through a longitudinal incision in the left atrium, posterior and parallel to the interatrial groove. Many other surgical approaches have evolved. This report describes a technique of optimizing mitral valve exposure via the standard approach. These modifications are simple, do not lengthen the procedure, and usually obviate the need for more complex maneuvers.
Medical subject headings
- Heart Atria
- Mitral Valve