Author/Authors :
I. Birdi، نويسنده , , A. J. Bryan، نويسنده , , D. Mehta، نويسنده , , S. Pryn، نويسنده , , C. Walsh، نويسنده , , P. Wilde، نويسنده , , G. D. Angelini
، نويسنده ,
Abstract :
Left ventricular volume reduction has recently been introduced as a surgical treatment for end stage dilated cardiomyopathy. This operation involves the resection of a slice of viable left ventricular myocardium in order to reduce the wall tension imposed upon the contracting heart chamber. Early results are encouraging, but clinical evaluation on a larger scale is required. In the present article, we describe the indications, surgical principles and results of left ventricular volume reduction surgery with reference to our groupʹs experience.
