Abstract
This article presents a feasible operative technique for the closure of various types of ventricular septal defects in infant heart surgery via a minimally invasive technique (partial inferior sternotomy). Additionally, the limitations of this alternative surgical access are presented and a comparison with the contemporary literature is given. The etiology, pathophysiology and diagnostic work-up of this cardiac malformation and the aftercare of affected patients are discussed elsewhere.
| Translated title of the contribution | Minimally invasive closure of ventricular septal defects in pediatric cardiac surgery |
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| Original language | German |
| Pages (from-to) | 14-20 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Journal | Zeitschrift fur Herz-, Thorax- und Gefasschirurgie |
| Volume | 32 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Feb 2018 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Cardioplegia
- Extracorporeal circulation
- Partial inferior sternotomy
- Suture techniques
- Thoracic surgical procedures