Optimized Local Infarct Restraint Improves Left Ventricular Function and Limits Remodeling [ORIGINAL ARTICLES: ADULT CARDIAC]

Conclusions
Optimized isolated infarct restraint can limit adverse LV remodeling after MI. The tested device affords the potential for a patient-specific therapy to preserve cardiac function after MI.

Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - December 31, 2012 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Koomalsingh, K. J., Witschey, W. R. T., McGarvey, J. R., Shuto, T., Kondo, N., Xu, C., Jackson, B. M., Gorman, J. H., Gorman, R. C., Pilla, J. J. Tags: Myocardial infarction ORIGINAL ARTICLES: ADULT CARDIAC Source Type: research