Double valve replacement through an aorto-annulo-atriotomy using an aortic-valved graft in a mitral position

Ann Thorac Surg. 2002 Jun;73(6):1986-7. doi: 10.1016/s0003-4975(02)03545-2.

Abstract

We present a modified technique for the reconstruction of the intervalvular fibrous body in double-valve replacement through an aorto-annulo-atriotomy. This technique allows the surgeon to enlarge and reconstruct both annuli by using a tailored aortic-valved conduit in a mitral position.

MeSH terms

  • Aorta / surgery
  • Aortic Valve / surgery*
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures / methods
  • Heart Atria / surgery
  • Humans
  • Mitral Valve / surgery*