Why the study?
Does VSD closure with detachment of the tricuspid valve preserve valvular function in patients undergoing transatrial VSD closure?
Does VSD closure with detachment of the tricuspid valve preserve valvular function in patients undergoing transatrial VSD closure?
Detachment of the tricuspid valve is a safe and useful method for adequate exposure of a VSD, but should be avoided in small infants and patients with Down's syndrome.
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May support tricuspid detachment for VSD exposure in select cases; leaves open durability and use in infants or Down syndrome.
Tatebe et al. (1995) studied this question.
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