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Simple and easy method for chordal reconstruction during mitral valve repair ANNALS OF THORACIC SURGERY Shudo, Y., Taniguchi, K., Takahashi, T., Matsue, H. 2006; 82 (1): 348-349

Abstract

We describe a simple reproducible method for chordal replacement using expanded polytetrafluoroethylene sutures during a mitral valve repair. With this technique, fine length adjustments of the new chordae are easy to make and it is possible to tie the two ends of the suture securely without slippage.

View details for DOI 10.1016/j.athorscur.2005.05.087

View details for Web of Science ID 000238521600071

View details for PubMedID 16798256