Abstract
A noncellular xenogeneic extracellular matrix derived from the porcine small intestinal submucosa can be used as a new patch material with potential advantages. We review the literature on the use of this material in cardiac surgery.
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MeSH terms
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Aged
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Animals
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Bioprosthesis*
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Cardiac Surgical Procedures / methods*
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Extracellular Matrix / transplantation*
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Female
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Heart Ventricles / surgery
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Heterografts*
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Humans
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Intestinal Mucosa / transplantation*
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Intestine, Small / transplantation*
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Myocardial Infarction / surgery
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Swine