Abstract

Objective:To introduce the procedure for better exposure of the ventricular septal defect(VSD)from fused septal leaflet pouch.Method:Among the 28 cases,the septal leaflet of tricuspid valve in 22 cases was incised and the papillary muscle in 6 cases was dissected to expose the rim of the hidden VSD for proper anatomic repair.Results:There was no death,no significant intraoperative or postoperative complications and tricuspid valve dysfunction.Conclusion: Opening the fused septal leaflet pouch is safe and beneficial to a better exposure and repair of the hidden defect. Key words: Heart defect; congenital; Surgery; operative

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