Added: Feb 06, 2009
This minimally invasive procedure for the replacement of a defective aortic valve has many advantages over traditional open heart surgery. Patients with aortic valve disease, such as aortic stenosis can cause shortness of breath, chest pain, and passing out. This surgery replaces the valve with a mechanic or porcine valve.~ Detroit Medical Center
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