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St. Jude Medical: Patient Information - http://www.sjm.com/procedures/procedureindex.aspx
FAQs about heart valve surgery, post operation and artificial valves. |
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Patient's Guide to Heart Surgery. - http://www.cts.usc.edu/hpg-heartvalvesurgery.html
In depth look at the heart, its valves, problems, preparing for and after surgery, the risks, recovery and medications. Includes a special note to family and friends and how to keep you heart healthy after the procedure. |
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Mitral Valve Repair Center - http://www.mitralvalverepair.org/
Surgeon at Mount Sinai Medical Center explains the function and diseases of valves, and what treatments are available. |
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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons: Patient Information - http://www.sts.org/doc/3620
Causes of malfunction, warning signs for a failing valve, how to know if surgery is needed, options for replacement, what the difference is between mechanical and biological replacement valves, why surgery is necessary, risk of surgery and how will I be after surgery. |
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Mid Atlantic Surgical Associates - http://www.heartsurgeons.com/pr3.html
Explanation of heart valves, reasons for needing surgery and pictures of all types of replacement valves available. |