Single-Suture Neochorda-Folding Plasty for Mitral Regurgitation

Korean J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2016 Feb;49(1):70-2. doi: 10.5090/kjtcs.2016.49.1.70. Epub 2016 Feb 5.

Abstract

The single-suture neochorda-folding plasty technique is a modification of existing mitral valve repair techniques. In the authors' experience, its simplicity, reliability, and versatility make it a useful technique for mitral valve repair, especially when a minimally invasive approach is used.

Keywords: Minimally invasive; Mitral regurgitation; Repair.