Rossi M, De Paulis S, Gaudino M, Guarneri S, Martinelli L, Zamparelli R, Possati G, Schiavello R. Managing Latex-Free Mitral Valve Replacement.
Ann Thorac Surg 2005;
79:703-5. [PMID:
15680871 DOI:
10.1016/j.athoracsur.2003.08.035]
[Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/28/2003] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
Abstract
The management of cardiac surgery patients with latex allergy can be challenging. We describe successful mitral valve replacement in a latex-allergic patient using an integrated multidisciplinary approach. We also provide a list of some available latex-free products or latex-free alternatives.
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