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Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 1982; 30(3): 159-162
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1022235
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The Syndrome of Congenital Absence of the Pulmonary Valve: Pathological, Clinical and Surgical Considerations

E. Reginato, V. S. Luisi, R. Macri, B. Murzi, S. Eufrate
  • Department of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Massa Hospital, Italy
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1981

Publication Date:
19 March 2008 (online)

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Summary

Four cases of congenital absence of the pulmonary valve are described. Three of them underwent successful operation. The fourth case, operated on in the first days of life, died because of severe respiratory distress. After examining the embryological aspects of this malformation, its treatment is discussed in relation to particular respiratory problems in infants and to the possibility of inserting prosthetic valves in children undergoing elective surgical treatment.

Key words

Congenital absence of the pulmonary valve - Tetralogy of Fallot with absent pulmonary valve - Agenesis of ductus arteriosus

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