Art Valves
Different types of valve art
Before starting with echocardiographic evaluation of a valve prosthesis it is necessary to be aware of the different types of valve prostheses. There is a difference in the kind and in the type and diameter. Thus, each manufacturer has its own characteristics. And there is a difference in whether the prosthesis is biologically or mechanically created.
Click [Mechanical|here] for normal mechanical prosthesis
Click [Biological|here] for normal biological prostheses
References
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