Current training in mitral valve (MV) surgery is affected by many factors, among which are the complexity of surgical procedures and complex three-dimensional anatomy of the MV. An MV repair..
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Minimally invasive mitral valve surgery demands a different mind-set from surgeons due to its high complexity and steep learning curve, especially in a fully endoscopic approach. Smaller incisions, working with..
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Primary cardiac tumors are a relatively rare disease entity, with myxomas being the most frequently found benign cardiac tumor. After confirmation of this diagnosis, patients are referred for the surgical..
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Although the long-term durability of transcatheter procedures has yet to be established, their emergence as an option for mitral valve repair seems to have provided the surgical community with another..
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Minimally invasive tricuspid surgery using a complete endoscopic approach has a steep learning curve. The purpose of creating the suture map is to allow placement of sutures with minimal tissue..
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Mitral valve replacement using an endoscopic approach is an advanced skilled procedure. The purpose of creating the suture map for mitral valve replacement is to allow placement of sutures with..
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