Abstract
Widespread adoption of minimally invasive mitral valve repair and replacement may be fostered by practice consensus and standardization. This expert opinion, first of a 3-part series, outlines current best practices in patient evaluation and selection for minimally invasive mitral valve procedures, and discusses preoperative planning for cannulation and myocardial protection.
Publication types
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Consensus Development Conference
MeSH terms
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Cardiac Surgical Procedures / methods*
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Heart Valve Diseases / diagnostic imaging
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Heart Valve Diseases / surgery*
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Humans
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Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures / methods
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Mitral Valve / diagnostic imaging
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Mitral Valve / surgery*
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Patient Selection
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Practice Guidelines as Topic
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Preoperative Period
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Radiography, Thoracic