Abstract
Percutaneous mitral valve procedures are under investigation as a novel method to treat mitral valve insufficiency with a catheter-based, closed heart, non-surgical approach. The technical opportunities, the expectations for the future and the implications for the conventional surgery are discussed.
Original language | English |
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Journal | European Journal of Cardio-thoracic Surgery |
Volume | 26 Suppl 1 |
Publication status | Published - Dec 2004 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
- Surgery