Minimally invasive versus sternotomy approach for double ‐patch repair of partial anomalous pulmonary venous connection and sinus venosus defect in pediatric and adult patients: Mid to long‐term outcomes

ConclusionsThe minimally invasive approach can be a safe and practical alternative for the double-patch repair of PAPVC and SVD. It ensures a repair with comparable quality to sternotomy, but with better cosmetic and psychological outcomes.

Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - November 2, 2022 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Ahmad Ali Amirghofran, Elahe Nirooei, Mohammadreza Edraki, Amir Rajaei Ramsheh, Gholamhossein Ajami, Hamid Amoozgar, Hamid Arabi, Rahim Hemmati Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research