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porcine valve - malak
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05-21-2007, 04:57 AM
porcine valve is indicated for the heart in which pt and why?
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05-21-2007, 05:26 AM
For patients who need aortic valve replacement. Mechanical valves are also used. I am not so sure about mitral valve. If pt need valve replacement, a porcine valve can be used that can last up to 10 years.
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