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Ann Thorac Surg 1984;38:70-71
© 1984 The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

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Evacuation of Calcific Valvular Debris Using a Standard Ellik Evacuator

William Y. Moores, M.D.*, Joe D. Morris, M.D., Otto Gago, M.D.

Cardiothoracic Surgery and Research Service, Veterans Administration Medical Center, San Diego, CA, and The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI

Accepted for publication January 16, 1984.

* Address reprint requests to Dr. Moores, Department of Surgery, VA Medical Center (112J), 3350 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92161

A simple but effective technique is described for removing calcific and other debris following aortic and mitral valve replacement. This technique uses an Ellik evacuator, which is readily available in most operating rooms. An 11-year experience is presented, documenting the efficacy of this method in several hospitals.




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