Biomechanical–Structural Correlation of <i>Chordae tendineae</i> in Animal Models: A Pilot Study

The mitral valve apparatus is a complex structure consisting of the mitral ring, valve leaflets, papillary muscles and <i>Chordae tendineae</i> (CT). The latter are mainly responsible for the mechanical functions of the valve. Our study included investigations of the biomechanical and st...

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Main Authors: Justyn Gach, Izabela Janus, Agnieszka Mackiewicz, Tomasz Klekiel, Agnieszka Noszczyk-Nowak
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-06-01
Series:Animals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/6/1678