Why the study?
Aortic leaflet extension valvuloplasty is routinely used in children and adolescents, but the material used may affect aortic valve function and durability.
Does the choice of material (autologous pericardium vs PTFE) affect long-term survival and reoperation rates in patients undergoing aortic leaflet extension valvuloplasty?
Does the choice of material (autologous pericardium vs PTFE) affect long-term survival and reoperation rates in patients undergoing aortic leaflet extension valvuloplasty?
Aortic leaflet extension valvuloplasty using either autologous pericardium or PTFE provides excellent long-term survival in congenital aortic valve disease, with no significant difference in reoperation rates between the materials.
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