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Almost Indefinitely Durable: World's First Unique Heart Valve Prosthesis Made From the Body's Own Tissue Implanted

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A unique heart valve prosthesis made from the patient's own tissue has now been implanted for the first time at the German Heart Center Charité (DHZC). Unlike conventional replacement valves made from animal material, it is said to be virtually indefinitely durable – and suitable for use in children with congenital heart defects...
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A unique heart valve prosthesis made from the patient's own tissue has now been implanted for the first time at the German Heart Center Charité (DHZC). Unlike conventional replacement valves made from animal material, it is said to be virtually indefinitely durable – and suitable for use in children with congenital heart defects...

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bionity.com broke the news in on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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