Mitral Valve Repair
2007
Murphy DA, Miller JS, Langford DA. Endoscopic robotic mitral valve surgery. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 2007 Apr;133(4):1119-20; author reply 1120. Partial text .
Murphy D, Smith JM, Siwek L, Langford DA, Robinson JR, Reynolds B, Seshadri-Kreaden U, Engel AM. Multicenter Mitral Valve Study: A Lateral Approach Using the da Vinci Surgical System. Innovations: Technology and Techniques in Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery. 2007 March; 2(2): 56-61. Abstract .
While clinical studies support the effectiveness of the da Vinci® System when used in minimally invasive surgery, individual results may vary. Surgery with the da Vinci Surgical System may not be appropriate for every individual. Always ask your doctor about all treatment options, as well as their risks and benefits.