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Title
Left ventricular false aneurysm complicating mitral valve repair.
Publication Date
1993-07-01
Author(s)
Chan, R
Lubicz, S
Oliver, L
Calafiore, Paul
Type of document
Journal Article
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Abstract
Left ventricular false aneurysm is a rare complication of mitral valve replacement or myocardial infarction. A case of left ventricular false aneurysm complicating mitral valve repair is presented. The patient was clinically asymptomatic, and the diagnosis was made on postoperative transesophageal echocardiography. The patient subsequently underwent successful mitral valve replacement and false aneurysm repair.
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Citation
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery; 56(1): 175-6
Jornal Title
Annals of Thoracic Surgery

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