A modified needle holder for mitral valve surgery |
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Authors: | W R Dimitri |
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Abstract: | Maneuvers to improve access during difficult mitral valve surgery such as excessive traction on the mitral annulus, retraction and inversion are attended with increased risk of serious complications. A needle holder has been designed to facilitate the placement of sutures during mitral valve or other intracardiac procedures where access is difficult. |
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